Coastal towns

Coastal towns

Take to the seas and get the wind in your sails!

Head off to Finistère's seaside towns, which are greeted by the daily tides, bathed in coastal sunshine and caressed by the sea breezes...

Brest

Océanopolis, the National Botanic Conservatory and major cultural events all add to the richness of this harbour town nestling on the edge of the world.

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Concarneau

Town of Art and History, Concarneau is famous for its walled town and its still thriving fishing harbour.

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Douarnenez

Douarnenez, with its history of sardine fishing, is also famous for its three ports: the old port of Rosmeur, the Port-Rhu and the fishing port.

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Facing the sea, this town was established on a peninsula jutting out into Morlaix Bay. Its buildings are imposing and solid, built to resist the elements as well any invaders, which tells you a little about the maritime background of this deceptively...

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Picturesque Ports

Stroll along the quay, enjoy the shifting water and the bobbing boats, watch a seagull soaring upwards to the skies, enjoy the sun’s warmth as you sip a hot chocolate or a cool, long drink in a sunny pavement café…. Finistère is not just there to be ...

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