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Visiting Brittany, France


Brittany's dramatic 750-mile coastline traces a rugged hem against the chilly Atlantic. Attractions such as St-Malo's 1689 Fort National, the prehistoric ruins and striking beauty of Gavrinish Island and Brest's Oceanopolis aquarium cling to the rocky shoreline of France's most northwestern province. Nantes, Rennes and Brest are the largest cities. Rennes is just two hours from Paris by TGV. Breton and Gallo, the ancient languages of this Celtic province, are still spoken in pockets throughout... more » Brittany's dramatic 750-mile coastline traces a rugged hem against the chilly Atlantic. Attractions such as St-Malo's 1689 Fort National, the prehistoric ruins and striking beauty of Gavrinish Island and Brest's Oceanopolis aquarium cling to the rocky shoreline of France's most northwestern province. Nantes, Rennes and Brest are the largest cities. Rennes is just two hours from Paris by TGV. Breton and Gallo, the ancient languages of this Celtic province, are still spoken in pockets throughout the area. « less
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La Rance Hotel

Nov 20, 2009

I found this hotel by accident after the one I usually stayed in was full: it was a GREAT FIND! Excellent value for mone; great proprietor/proprietrix - very friendly! The rooms are first rate and...more

Manoir de Rigourdaine

4 of 5 stars
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Nov 20, 2009

My wife and I booked this hotel as part of a 3 week vacation of France in the latter part of September, 2009. We used this hotel as a base for 3 days visiting the Brittany area. The owner, Patrick,...more

Le Chateau de Kerminaouet

5 of 5 stars
The Netherlands
Nov 17, 2009

We have stayed twice in this small chateau in Tregunc, Brittany. Once in August 2008 and the last time in October 2009. The first time was in the Pigeonnier. It was perfect if you travel with two...more

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