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A rich mosaic of landscapes, Finistère has coasts and woodland, rocky peaks and marshes, canals and rivers - all of which encourages an astounding diversity of flora and fauna.

 

From the heart of the Regional Park to the peaks of the Montagnes Noires and Monts d'Arrée, there are breath-taking views at every turn.

You don't need to be a photographer to be speechless with admiration here: each season arrives in its own unique colours, changeable and mesmerising.  

Nature's finest in Finistère

Unmissable landscapes

 

Some of France's most beautiful, breathtaking landscapes are to be found in Finistère. From the miraculous light playing over the rocks and heather of the Monts d’Arrée to the...

Parks and Gardens

 

Why does Finistère have so many palm trees and exotic plants?

There is a surprisingly rich diversity of plant species in Finistère, and not all are to be found in public...

Protected Natural Environments

Sensitive natural environments

French laws passed in 1982 and 1983 granted regional councils the power to put into place schemes to protect, manage and open to the public...

Armorique Regional Park

A area of outstanding beauty

 

The Regional Natural Park of Finistère, created in 1969, was the second of its kind in France. Extending over 425 000 acres (of...

The Iroise Natural Marine Park

The Iroise Sea off Brittany's west coast has a wealth of seals, dolphins, seabass, lobster and even the occasional whale and basking shark further out. Part of the Atlantic Ocean, Iroise...

Environmental Discovery Centres

Environmental Discovery Centres are places where you can find out all about the flora, fauna and natural beauty of Finistère.

Through exhibitions, guided visits and organised walks, these...