Hot Beach Regions in France

Posted by Jude Buttle on Tuesday, October 21, 2008

Brittany

Jutting out of the northwest side of France, Brittany is a popular destination, boasting history, tradition and fine beaches.

How To Travel

There are several airports in Brittany serving destinations in France, the UK and the rest of Europe. The main one is Rennes, which is in the east of the region.

TGV train services link Brittany with some of France's major cities such as Paris, Lyon, Marseille and Lille. In addition there are ferry services that take passengers, vehicles and freight to Ireland, England and the Channel Islands.

Must See Beaches

Dinard

 

Dinard is situated on the western side of the Rance estuary across the water from picturesque St Malo and is considered to be one of the finest seaside resorts in Europe. This former fishing village boasts a number of beaches, with the best being the beautiful sandy beach of Plage d'Ecluse.

This curvy bay has fine golden sand which is backed by miles of seaside promenades set amongst palm trees and a wide selection of flowers.

La Baule

 

Located in the far south east of Brittany, facing onto the Atlantic Ocean, La Baule is a fine sandy beach that is fronted by a pleasant promenade and stretches for about four miles.

The bay has gentle waves that are ideal for water sports such as surfing and yachting and a number of offshore islands that make the scenery even more attractive.

La Baule developed as a prestigious seaside resort during the late 1800s and has been a popular retreat for wealthy Parisians. Nowadays, the resort is known for its modern hotels, golf courses and casino.

Benodet Beach

 

At the mouth of the River Odet, Benodet is considered one of the best family resorts in Brittany, with plenty of activities for children such as windsurfing and beach club crèches. The large Plage du Trez in the centre of the bay is the beach to seek out and the area is packed out during July and August.

You can hire pedaloes and beach kayaks or take a cruise to the Glénan Islands or up the peaceful River Odet towards Quimper.

Out of the Sun

Located on the Atlantic coast of western France, Brittany is a rugged region, offering spectacular scenery, ancient towns and magical islands.

The region is known for warm and welcoming locals, fine regional cuisine consisting mainly of shellfish and seafood and cider.

The region's capital is Rennes, a picturesque city known for its art, history and medieval quarters. It lies on a hill between the rivers Ille and Vilaine.

Rennes is famous for its half-timbered houses, as well as the impressive Parliament of Brittany building and the Basilica Saint-Sauveur.

Forty-five miles west of Rennes is the small town of Josselin, which is dominated by its medieval castle, Chateau de Josselin, recognisable due to its three ornate towers.

Formerly a fortified island at the mouth of the Rance, Saint-Malo is an important port linking Brittany with England and the Channel Islands and is one of the most visited places in Brittany.

Its famous citadelle has cobbled streets of restored 17th and 18th Century houses and the centre is a bustling area, brimming with restaurants and shops.

Other attractions include many megalithic (large stone structure) monuments near Carnac, calvaries, (elaborately carved sculptures of crucifixion scenes) the famous oyster beds of the little fishing port of Cancale and - as Brittany is the second largest cider-producing region in France - there's an apple and cider museum in Pleudihen Sur Rance.

 

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