BRITTANY ATTRACTIONS |
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Some of the great places to go and things to see or do when staying at La Marette in Brittany |
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Dinan - Port & Ancient TownA medieval stronghold overlooking the exceptional Vallée de la Rance , Dinan is undeniably one of the most exquisite cities of Brittany. Still entirely surrounded by its ramparts, a unique heritage that has managed to protect it over the centuries. Inside there is a belfry, churches and convents, many timbered houses and narrow streets to explore. |
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CancaleCancale lies along the coast to the east of Saint Malo. It is a picturesque fishing village popular with visitors many of whom are drawn by its reputation as the oyster capital of Brittany. Though a small town it is well served by a large number of restaurants, many specialising in seafood. |
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Le Mont Saint MichelA world heritage site since 1979 this rocky outcrop had its first monastic settlement in the 8th century. Over the centuries it has been home to numerous Dukes of Normandy, then during the French revolution it housed prisoners who were opposed to the republican regime. This is a must see whilst on you holiday. |
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Rennes - capital of BrittanyThe Metropolitan district of Rennes is widely acknowledged and visited for its 2000 year old history, but is equally popular for its wealth of interesting sights and places to visit with many shops and restaurants scattered throughout the faithfully restored streets and squares. |
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DinardThe well established seaside resort of Dinard offers clean beaches, activities, boat trips and even a casino ! |
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Beaches of North BrittanyA beach for everyone, the numerous beautiful beaches vary from the well established with many laid on activities to the wild and rugged such as those on Cap Frehel. |
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beach - cap frehel |
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Local marketsThere are many local markets, from food to antiques, all are great fun whether looking for local ingredients to cook for supper or scouting for an antique bargain to take home. |
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french markets - renne (top) & dinan |
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Jugon Les LacsLocated in a small valley, on the shore of a beautiful 4km long lake, Jugon-les-Lacs is like an oasis in the middle of an ocean of greenery. The many activites include sailing,windsurfing, canoeing and pedalos, angling, mountain biking and cycling or for the more leisurely just rambling in the wooded countryside. |
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Karting Saint MaloOn the largest circuits in the region offering karting experiences according to age and level of competences. |
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Cobac Parc - Dinan12 hectares of wooded environment offering thirty different activities for children and adults to come and enjoy individually or as a family. |
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Zoo & Chateau La Bourbansais La Bourbansais estate welcomes you all year round to visit its zoo and its chateau, for shows and discoveries as a family, in groups or even large parties. |
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The Grand Aquarium - St MaloLe Grand Aquarium (The Mysteries of the Sea) includes a 3D cinema, and a large touch-pool . Visitors can venture out on a five-minute dive in a submarine to a world where real and unreal meet. The highlight of the Aquarium is the diversity of its species. |
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Haras National de LamballeTake a guided tour to see the Postier Breton horses, superb saddle rooms and 19th century coaches. |
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Parc de Prehistoire de Bretagne Visit the recreated scenes of prehistoric man and dinosaurs including Tyrannosaurus Rex, Stegosaurus and many others all set in 25 hectares of lunar landscape lakes and woods. Both educational and exciting for the children. |
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