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The beautiful region of Brittany on France’s North West coast is an ideal choice for a seaside holiday! What’s more, it couldn’t be easier to travel to Brittany on the ferry from the UK, meaning you can bring your own car to France without having to worry about what you’re bringing with you. Our three Siblu parks in the region Domaine de Kerlann, Le Conguel and Les Pierres Couchées are perfect for a relaxing family getaway. Aside from its gorgeous beaches and hidden coves, Brittany is also known for its Celtic culture, its delicious regional delicacies and its mild climate. So much to explore..! |
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| While many holidaymakers are drawn to Brittany for its beautiful coastline, the region has so much more for to offer than just long days at the seaside. For families with kids there are loads of options for a fun and educational day out: visit one of France’s biggest and most fascinating aquariums (Océanopolis near Brest), or for something nearer to your Siblu park, check out the ‘L’Aven Park’ (within walking distance of Domaine de Kerlann). Here you’ll find a petting farm, adventure playgrounds, rides, a huge hedge maze and everything you need for a kids’ dream day out. Brittany is also unique in terms of its proud Celtic heritage and culture. You can experience its music and traditions first hand at a range of festivals during the summer months, for example the internationally-famous Lorient Interceltic Festival or the Festival de Cornouaille in Quimper. Domaine de Kerlann’s local town, the picturesque Pont-Aven, even hosts its own Breton festival, the gorse flower festival at the beginning of August, which is believed to be the oldest folk festival in Brittany! |
Why Choose Brittany?
Drive Yourself
It's easy to get the ferry to Brittany from the UK meaning you can bring your own car with you to your Siblu mobile home.
Natural Beauty
The Brittany coastline is renowned for its unique, wild beauty.
Culture
Have a dance to some traditional Breton tunes or treat yourself at a local crêperie.
Day Trip Options
Festivals, aquariums, zoos, charming towns and bustling cities.
Brittany History
The Megalithic Complex at Carnac
Thought to be the largest collection of standing stones in the world, this series of megalithic sites just north of the Breton village of Carnac consists of stone alignments, burial chambers and individual standing stones spread out over an area of 4km. Take your time to wander amongst them and marvel at the fact that some of these structures date back as far as 4500 BCE!
Puy du Fou
Somewhere between theme park, historical re-enactment and massive spectacle, Le Puy du Fou in Les Epesses transports kids and adults alike back into a larger than life version of the past. Step into the Medieval City, experience the Circus Games in the amphitheatre, or watch as Viking warriors launch their attack on Fort de l’An Mil! It’s worth staying for the evening to experience the night time spectacle: hundreds of actors, fireworks, water features and projections. An experience like no other!
Pornic
Pornic is the perfect example of a charming Breton seaside town. Take a seat at one of the bars or restaurants scattered along its pretty fishing port and watch the world go by as you tuck into some of this area’s regional delicacies. Pornic also has its fair share of history, look out for its 10th century castle and its megalithic structures.
Concarneau
The seaside town of Concarneau has two parts to it: the modern mainland town and then the fortified medieval old town, the ‘Ville Close’ which is situated on a long island in the middle of the harbour. Take a boat trip across the harbour and gaze at this unique floating town from the water or wander its streets and explore the fishing museum.
Brittany Culture
Lorient Interceltic Festival
If your holiday dates coincide with the town of Lorient’s Interceltic Festival in August, it’s well-worth experiencing. Brittany is a region that is proud of its Celtic heritage, and every year this huge festival welcomes participants from Galicia to Scotland for a celebration of Celtic culture and music. Get ready for a feast for your eyes and ears in the form of concerts, parades and dances.
Nantes
The city of Nantes on the Loire river is also well worth a visit during your stay in Brittany. There’s plenty of historical interest here: take a guided tour of the imposing ‘Castle of the Dukes of Brittany’ which was the Breton residence of the French monarchy for many years. The castle is just a stone’s throw away from the Historical Museum of Nantes which explores Nantes’ rich political and maritime history. Kids also love letting off steam in the beautiful Jardin des Plantes botanical garden right in the city centre.
Pont-Aven
Pont-Aven is picturesque little town just next to the Domaine de Kerlann, famous for having inspired a series of painters (particularly the famous impressionist Paul Gaugin) with its charming streets, rich vegetation, waterways, boats and windmills. You can take tour along the river and discover the town from the comfort of a boat or enjoy discovering the quaint streets at your own pace. There’s nowhere quite like Pont-Aven!
Quimper
Quimper is an ancient Breton town known for its rustic riverside charm (the town is criss-crossed with footbridges spanning the River Odet) and its amazingly well-preserved ‘Old Town’ area (think charming half-timbered houses and cobbled streets). It’s also home to museums (on subjects ranging from Breton history to fine art), Roman remains, a gothic cathedral and some beautiful parks and gardens. A great choice for a day out away from your Siblu holiday park!
Brittany Nature
La Presqu’île de Crozon
The Crozon peninsula (presqu’ile de Crozon) is a protected nature reserve in the Finistère area of Brittany, famed for its creeks, jagged headlands and glittering ocean. Its also home the 17th century Tour Vauban, a fortified garrison which is now considered a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Perfect for long walks and picnics.
The Gulf of Morbihan
The beautiful Gulf of Morbihan with its 42 islands (many of which are owned by celebrities) is a bay like no other. Take a boat over to the Ile aux Moines or the Ile Arz to enjoy scenic walks and dips in the creeks and coves, or to the prehistoric island of Gavrinis, home to a number of ancient megalithic structures.
Salt Flats at Guérande
The medieval village of Guérande is famous not only for its incredibly well-preserved walled ramparts which have survived from the middle ages but also for the high quality ‘fleur de sel’ salt which occurs naturally in its square marshes. Take a guided tour of the salt marshes to learn more about traditional salt-harvesting techniques and to learn and about the diverse birds and plants that live there.
Ile de Noirmoutier
Known for its unique microclimate and salt-water wetlands, the Ile de Noirmoutier is an ideal place for a day out in nature. With over 25 miles of beaches it makes a brilliant spot for water sports. It is also a great place to eat well: Noirmoutier boasts some amazing fresh seafood as well as an interesting delicacy in the form of its ‘bonotte’ potatoes, which are believed to be the most expensive in the world!
Travelling to Brittany from the UK
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Getting the ferry to France from the UK is particularly popular with holidaymakers staying at our three Brittany parks. FERRY Brittany Ferries operates the following routes (please check their website for more details/updates): Plymouth-Roscoff Portsmouth-St Malo, Cherbourg, Caen and Le Havre Poole-Cherbourg |
Distances/ approximate driving time from Roscoff ferry port
Domaine de Kerlann
81 miles/ approx 1 hr 42 minute drive
Le Conguel
122 miles/ approx 2 hrs 55 mins drive
Les Pierres Couchées
178 miles/ approx 3 hrs 35 mins drive
Distances/ approximate driving times from St Malo ferry port
Domaine de Kerlann
137 miles/ approx 2 hrs 38 mins drive
Le Conguel
139 miles/ approx 2 hrs 50 min drive
Les Pierres Couchées
127 miles/ approx 2 hrs 26 mins drive