Top 5 outings in Brittany

At the westernmost tip of France you will find Brittany, one of France's most popular tourist regions. Surprising Brittany is rich in attractions. Here you can spend a day soaking up culture in one of the historic cities or relaxing on the beach. On the coast, you will find beautiful, rocky coastlines and picturesque villages. Lovers of the beach and active or cultural excursions will be in their element in Brittany! You can stay in this region in one of our Villatents at camping Domaine du Logis or camping Château de Galinée. In this blog, we would like to give you the Top 5 trips in Brittany that are definitely worthwhile.

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Domaine du Logis
France, Brittany

Domaine du Logis is a beautiful 5-star campsite in France located on the grounds of a 15th-century castle. It is a peaceful and wooded campsite with plenty of greenery. The campsite's facilities are housed in and between the old outbuildings of the castle. This long building is the heart of the campsite! Here you will find the reception, the cozy bar, the restaurant, the playground, and the swimming pool with a water spray park. In addition, there is a mini-golf course, a football cage, a BMX track, and a football field on the campsite. Sports enthusiasts can use the fitness room free of charge. On the terrace, you can romantically enjoy the view of the castle. In the evening, the bar comes to life, and during the high season, concerts are organized, and sports events are broadcast. The entertainment team also organizes various activities such as sports tournaments, aqua aerobics, karaoke, and themed evenings.Swimming pool with water spray park: In the castle courtyard, you will find the heated outdoor swimming pool. There is a larger swimming pool with loungers around it, a toddler pool with a fun slide, and a water spray park with water play equipment.Fun activities for children: During the high season, sports and games activities are organized, and there is a mini club. The playground in the campsite's courtyard is the place to make new friends. Several times a week, children can enjoy a pony ride around the campsite.Charming towns nearby: The campsite is located in the heart of Brittany, between Rennes and Saint-Malo, close to the charming towns of Combourg and La Chapelle. Several coastal towns can be reached within 30 minutes.

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Camping L'Orangerie de Lanniron
France, Bretagne

L’Orangerie is a spacious castle campsite located on the outskirts of Quimper. This well-maintained 5-star campsite sits on a beautiful 45-hectare estate dating back to the 17th century. The campsite offers stunning views of the Odet River, the orangery, and the ancient castle gardens. This is the perfect place for a carefree family holiday. You’ll find an indoor pool, a 1500 m² water park, and a wellness area. Unique to this campsite is the 9-hole golf course. For more activities, you can enjoy basketball, tennis, badminton, table tennis, or pétanque. During the high season, children can participate in an active animation program with a wide variety of activities. There’s also an adventure park with a net course and a zipline. Not in the mood to cook? Grab a quick snack from the takeaway or indulge in a gourmet meal at the campsite restaurant, where you can enjoy fine dining and views of the swimming pool. The nearby Odet River flows through the area, and the beach is only 13 km away.Plenty of water fun: In addition to the indoor pool, the campsite features a beautiful 1500 m² water park. You’ll find slides, a lazy river, fountains, and hot springs. Children can safely splash in a specially designed toddler pool next to the main pool. Family-friendly activities: There’s plenty to keep children entertained, including treasure hunts, a petting zoo, trampolines, inflatable play equipment, and a 350 m² adventure park with a net course and a zipline. In the high season, fun daily activities are organized, such as crafting, gardening workshops, and group games in the estate’s gardens. Beach and nature nearby: The campsite is just 20 minutes from the beaches of Sainte Marine, Kermor, and Bénodet, perfect for a family beach day. Additionally, you can kayak and paddleboard on the Odet River and explore the stunning coastline of southern Finistère.

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Camping Paradis La Bretonnière
France, Vendée

Camping La Bretonnière is located in the beautiful countryside of Vendée and offers an unforgettable holiday experience for the whole family. This 4-star campsite is known as a flower campsite due to its beautiful trees and flowers. At La Bretonnière, you can enjoy a variety of dining options during the high season, including a cozy snack bar with delicious pizzas and (Dutch) snacks and a bakery where you can enjoy fresh bread and croissants every morning. There’s also a handy campsite shop for all your daily needs and a charming bar where you can relax with a drink or a delicious ice cream. For active guests, the campsite offers extensive sports facilities, with a multi-sports field and outdoor fitness. For children, there’s a game room with table football, billiards, and air hockey. For the little ones, there’s a playground with slides, swings, and a bouncy castle, as well as a mini goat farm. In addition, the campsite offers an entertainment program that provides fun for all ages.Close to the beach and river: La Bretonnière is located just 12 kilometers from the beautiful Atlantic beaches. You’re also a short distance from a picturesque river, perfect for relaxing walks or a refreshing dip.Excellent swimming facilities: The campsite has two pools, including a heated indoor pool and an outdoor pool with a separate toddler pool. With plenty of loungers and aquagym sessions, relaxation is guaranteed.Versatile sports and recreation options: The campsite offers a wide range of sports facilities. On the multi-sports field, you’ll find a tennis court, football, beach volleyball, and basketball. For fitness enthusiasts, there’s even an outdoor gym.

01 Mont Saint-Michel

Just off the coast of Normandy you will find one of France's most famous structures and sights: Mont Saint-Michel. A fairytale peninsula with a huge abbey you can see from afar. Wherever you look, the bay of Mont Saint-Michel looks wondrous. Sand, sea and sky share the horizon. With just under four million visitors a year, it is a real tourist attraction.

You used to be able to reach the island only on foot when it was low tide, but a large pedestrian bridge has now been built to welcome tourists to the peninsula. This exceptional location is included in the Unesco World Heritage List, so it is definitely worth a visit!

02 Brocéliande

Have you ever heard of the legend of King Arthur and the sword in the stone? The origin of this legend lies in the beautiful forest of Brocéliande. A fairytale forest, you could also call this beautiful forest in Brittany. The Forêt de Paimpont, or Brocéliande, with an area of 9,000 hectares, is a special place for beautiful walks. The villages and towns surrounding the forest make good use of famous legends such as Merlin the Magician, knight Lancelot and fairy Vivianne. Especially in spring and autumn, the forest exudes a fairytale atmosphere. The forest is also home to the Tombeau de Merlin, part of what was once a dolmen, and the Fontaine de Bareton, a water spring that features in the legends surrounding Merlin and Arthur.

03 Alligator Bay

If you go on holiday to northern Brittany with children, a visit to Alligator Bay in Beauvoir, a stone's throw from Mont Saint-Michel, is highly recommended! This animal park with more than 800 reptiles is an experience for young and old! Here you will find Europe's largest group of crocodiles and alligators together in one indoor hall, where they have recreated their natural habitat as closely as possible. Outside, you will find more than 400 turtles, some of which are free to pet. The park also has terraria full of iguanas, chameleons, lizards, snakes and verrines that you can view at eye level. Want a unique day out? Then Alligator Bay is definitely worth a visit. Check out some photos of Alligator Bay below.

04 Carnac

In fourth place in this top five outings in Brittany, you'll find Carnac. With over 2,000 hours of sunshine a year, Carnac is located on Brittany's sunniest coast! In Carnac, you can see the famous menhirs (the name in French for: a large stone) used by prehistoric peoples to make formations. This is one of the most remarkable concentrations of upright stones in the world. As many as 3,000 menhirs stand here among the moors in lines about 1 kilometre long. It is recommended to admire these megaliths in the morning or evening sun. Made famous by the comic strips of Asterix and Obelix, the menhirs nonetheless date back 5,000 to 3,000 years BC, long before the Gauls.

Another attraction is the town centre, where everyone meets on market days. Carnac is chic on the inside and outside. With its villas, pine trees and five large beaches, Carnac is a very popular resort. The 2-kilometre Grande Plage confirms Carnac's class. You can't help but indulge in the lifestyle here!

05 Beaches in Brittany

When people think of Brittany, they often do not immediately think of a beach holiday, but Brittany's beaches, with their fine sand, are among the most beautiful in Europe! The beaches are certainly not inferior to those on the Côte d'Azur, Normandy and Languedoc. Along the coast of Brittany are pink granite cliffs which, together with the sandy beaches and buildings, form a beautiful interplay. The action of the wind and sea water have caused the rocks to take bizarre shapes at times. If you stay in Brittany, the coast is never far away. 


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