Douarnenez is a beautiful town on the coast in Brittany located in Northern France. There are activities for everyone, so pick which one that matches your schedule. To see authentic and old historical boats head to Port-Musée in the towns oldest harbor. They have five boats open to the public each with its own unique treasure.
After your exploration of the museums head to the marina on the Isle of Tristan. The island offers plenty of treasures from it’s rich botanical gardens and plentiful of vegetation. There’s also the house of a princess, in which they believe the treasure is still buried. To see breathtaking views head over to the village of Les Plomarch. The stunning panoramic views attracts many sightseers daily. The journey around Plomarch will educated and provided history about the fisherman who used to stay on the cottages around the area and will provide history about the Roman remains around the area.
Don’t forget to relax
After a long day touring Dournenez relax at any of their four beaches. The largest beach Le Ris beach offers a variety of activities. The Place de Dames provided the most family friendly options. Be sure to check out some water activities such as windsurfing. Plage des Sables (also known as White Sand Beach) in the Tréboul district is perfect for you. For a unique experience visit Saint-Jean beach to dip your feet in seawater that is heated to 31°C, talk about a spa day.
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