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The historic heart of city of Concarneau, The walled city will seduce you with its ramparts steeped in history. An essential part of Brittany Walled town of Concarneau sits majestically at the heart of the town's fishing and yachting harbours. The interior has retained its ancient charm.
The history of this legendary fishing and trading port
Concarneau is a fishing town and has always been populated by sailors. These fortifications, born of warfare in the Middle Ages, have undergone numerous modifications over the centuries and are now classified as a "World Heritage Site". historical monuments since the early 20th century. They evoke the past of this military square.
On an island 350 m long and 100 m wide, the town is surrounded by granite ramparts 2.5 m to 3 m wide, nine towers and three gates. Its famous belfry, which dominates the entrance, wasn't built until 1906, but this hasn't stopped it from becoming the emblem of the town. city of Concarneau. Its clock has been telling the town's inhabitants the time for over a century.
Visit and stroll around Concarneau
Today, it's a real pleasure for many visitors to come and stroll through the walled city of Concarneau, walk through these narrow streets and enjoy an ice cream or a sweet made with chocolate. salted butter caramel or a kouign-amann, a delicious Breton specialty!
You can also walk along the ramparts and admire an inescapable view of the city. Concarneau Bay, the fishing port and the marina. Visit the fishing museum, Or take the «little ferry» to the other side of the harbor, a delightful stroll.
In summer, you can enjoy the artists, singers and street performers who come to liven up the town. walled city of Concarneau.
Surroundings of the Ville Close
Apart from its walled town, Concarneau will charm you with its walk along the Corniche during which you can discover coves and sandy beaches, ideal for a relaxing break. In fact, here are a few concarnoises beaches not to be missed :
- Beach of Sables Blancs
- Cabellou Beach
- Plage des Dames
- Cornouaille Beach
This is also where the GR34 trail passes through!
Just a few minutes' drive from the city of Concarneau, You can also discover the magnificent village known as «The City of Painters», Pont-Aven. Fouesnant is also not far away, a pretty natural spot with white sand and clear water.
Finally, if you continue on your way a little further, take a dip in Bénodet! La 5-star seaside resort in Finistère !
Book your stay at Naéco Le Pouldu and visit the prettiest towns in Finistère
Located 45 minutes from Concarneau, the’hotel Naéco Le Pouldu offers you rooms and apartments in a quiet environment, ideal for organizing your cultural outings.
Discover more places to visit around Naéco Le Pouldu :
- Kercousquet Windmill
- The island of Groix
- 24 hours in Le Pouldu
If you're in the mood for a more exotic destination, Concarneau is the perfect port of call. Glénan islands !
