We invite you on an astonishing voyage of discovery along a fascinating coastline. As if it had been fashioned by a lace-maker, southern Brittany continues to unfurl its coastal arabesques around the Gulf of Morbihan and Quiberon Bay. Its estuaries, bays and rias, its many islets and peninsulas, form pictures that are constantly changing with the rhythm of the tides. Touching, vibrant and terribly alive, these kilometers of untamed shoreline are ideal for disconnecting from the world around you and taking part in gentle activities: on foot, by bike or even on horseback, the experience of the marine environment and nature is dense, profound and regenerating.
For an immediate immersion in the spectacular maritime landscapes of Morbihan, head for the Quiberon peninsula, where the land resists the advance of the waves for only a few dozen meters! I It’s great to stroll along the Côte Sauvage with its granite rocks, watching for the light playing on the cliffs, contemplating and listening to the surf. Walk barefoot on the beaches, dip your ankles, play with the sand to awaken your childlike soul. There’s plenty to see and do, with your nose to the wind and your gaze on the horizon, so you can fill up on iodine and sharpen all your senses.
Belle-Île-en-Mer is a jewel, a self-respecting myth. To get to Brittany’s largest island, we’re offering you a low-carbon way to travel by sailboat! La navette des Iliens takes you from Quiberon to Belle Île, following the wind and currents, on a large, comfortable catamaran (with bench seating and bar) that can carry 79 passengers! Enjoy this 1h30 crossing without engine noise and connect with the sea and the spray. Watch the crew maneuver, listen to the wind through the hatches, and experience your crossing as a real voyage!
Get around the island by bus, on foot or by bike. Several hiking trails combine coastal scenery, heritage discoveries and exploration of enchanting coves. The horizon opens wide, and you can breathe in the open sea while soaking up the island’s distinctive atmosphere. A visit to the island’s capital is a must. Le Palais boasts a rich historical heritage, with a Vauban city and a bustling port, the legacy of its flourishing economic past.
The Ria d’Étel is a unique aquatic universe, a place where river, land and sea intermingle to form a vast network of waterways. Here, nature expresses itself to the full via ecosystems that adapt to both fresh and salt water, which seeps inland twice a day… In this natural setting, man has established oyster farming as well as numerous sea-related activities. To visit this special place, we’ll take our time and whet your curiosity with fun experiences throughout the day: on foot along the paths or in a sea kayak along the inlets, you’ll have to orient yourself, understand and decipher the landscapes, moving from one discovery to the next.
By mid-day, it’s time to enjoy a meal made with fresh, local produce, lovingly concocted in a sumptuous natural setting. The experience of the place continues right through to your taste buds, for the ultimate communion between body and landscape…
