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Information about the region Brittany
Trip Preparation
Latest version edited by Isabel.b
Entry/VisaTo travel into Brittany no visa is required. You will only need to bring your personal ID such as your passport.
Vaccines
There are no other vaccinations needed except for the standard vaccinations.
Climate
Due to Brittany being located on the West coast of France it is usually quite warm. Generally Brittany has a moderate climate both during summer and winter. During the summer months Brittany can reach a temperature up to 30 °C. During the Winter it gets somewhat colder and rainfalls occur more often.
Currency
The currency in Brittany is Euros.
Language
The language spoken in Brittany is French, however most locals can communicate in English and other European languages.
Telephone reception
The sockets are for EU citizens are the same, however if travelling from a non-EU country you will need to bring an EU adaptor. Mobile phones can be used without a problem.
Country and People
Customs / Culture / Traditions
Brittany has an equal amount of tradition, history and religion. In Brittany the Celtic influence and traditions are kept alive through language, music and festivals. The locals also take great pride in its gastronomy. Never the less the Neolithic period left its remainders in the city. Brittany’s architectural and cultural heritage can be identified through numerous castles, churches, museum, cathedrals and fortified towns.
Religion
The main religion which most people in Brittany follow is Christianity.
Brittany has an equal amount of tradition, history and religion. In Brittany the Celtic influence and traditions are kept alive through language, music and festivals. The locals also take great pride in its gastronomy. Never the less the Neolithic period left its remainders in the city. Brittany’s architectural and cultural heritage can be identified through numerous castles, churches, museum, cathedrals and fortified towns.
Religion
The main religion which most people in Brittany follow is Christianity.
Getting Around
Airports / Car rental
Brittany has many airports therefore it is possible to get to Brittany in many ways. Airports in Brittany can be found in: Brest, Saint-Malo, Lorient, Rennes and Saint-Brieuc. These airports have domestic and international services. To travel around in Brittany it is possible to take the train “TGV” and local buses. It is also possible to rent a car at each of these airports.
Public transport
One of the main public transports is the “TGV” train which links many cities to Brittany. It is also possible to travel on ferries which even take vehicles. Taxis and local buses are available in Brittany and are quite simple to use.
Taxis / Infrastructure
To get around in Brittany via Taxi is no problem. Taxi stands can be ordered at hotel resorts or be found at typical “taxi stands”.
Brittany has many airports therefore it is possible to get to Brittany in many ways. Airports in Brittany can be found in: Brest, Saint-Malo, Lorient, Rennes and Saint-Brieuc. These airports have domestic and international services. To travel around in Brittany it is possible to take the train “TGV” and local buses. It is also possible to rent a car at each of these airports.
Public transport
One of the main public transports is the “TGV” train which links many cities to Brittany. It is also possible to travel on ferries which even take vehicles. Taxis and local buses are available in Brittany and are quite simple to use.
Taxis / Infrastructure
To get around in Brittany via Taxi is no problem. Taxi stands can be ordered at hotel resorts or be found at typical “taxi stands”.
Discover and Enjoy
Latest version edited by Isabel.b
EventsSome events in Brittany are:
-“Lorient Interceltiques Festival” which takes place in the first half of August.
-“Vieilles Charrues Festival” which takes placed during mid-July, near Carhaix, Finistére. This is an open air music festival.
-“Festival de Cornouaille” which takes place at the end of July in Quimper Finistère and is Brittany’s biggest festival of Breton culture.
-“Fete des filets Bleu” which takes place mid-August in Corncarneau. This festival shows Brittany’s’ traditional music and dances.
Culinary Specialities
Brittany is very known for its Gastronomy. Traditional drinks include: Cider, “lambig”, “chouchenn” and varieties of beers. The local specialty is “Gallettes” which are thin pancakes which are made from buckwheat and can be eaten with a variety of things on them such as: eggs, ham etc. Another specialty of the local cuisine is “Crepes” which can be eaten with a variety of things according to desire, either with something savory or sweet. Sea food is also very popular in Brittany and some of the specialties include mussels, cotriade and oysters.
Sights
There are many different types of sight worth seeing whilst in the region Brittany amongst which you will find:
- Saint Malo
- La Pointe du Raz
- Inland Brittany “Monts d’Arrée”
- Oceanopolis in “Brest”.
- -Botanical Gardens in “Cornouailles and many other attractions.
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Hotel reviews for hotels in Brittany
... Hotel L'Hermine We stayed in May 2010 a 7 day circuit by car through the Brittany/Normandie and our ... six hotels independently booked over the internet. Unfortunately, it was very cold at night, five ... degrees during the day and at the 12 degrees. Otherwise the visit was very nice. Country and people ... are really worth a visit! Our 2nd stop at the hotel L'Hermine. The hotel is located on a side street ... Read more
in May 10
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Nicole, Age 36-40, Couple
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... transportation in Brittany is not very good. The town itself is a bit away from the hotel, but can be reached ... Hotel Europa Clean, rather small room with a great view of the ocean. Beach without fighting across ... the street or supervision a few meters away. The car is to be recommended, as the public ... on foot. In quiberon itself has it all, what tourists. The staff are very friendly. We would book ... this hotel again at the next time ... Read more
in July 10
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Veronika, Age 46-50, Couple
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Do not expect anything except the beautiful location
Hotel Maison Familiale in Plougrescant, Brittany
... accommodation in this 3 week Brittany showed us round trip. ... Hotel Maison Familiale The hotel in general, condition of the house: The house is very old, most ... of the rooms have Community bathrooms. The guests must bring your own towels and soap, but nowhere ... (for example at booking) sacramento. The house is very loud. The pictures on the website: http ... : Wavering www. Maison-familiale. Ch also indicate the veranda, a nice conservatory, but not for the guests ... Read more
in July 10
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Ulrich, Age 46-50, Family
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Small familiar hotel in lovely seaside resort
Hotel Auberge l'Air de Vent in Pléhérel-Plage-Vieux-Bourg, Brittany
... Hotel Auberge l'Air de Vent Small family hotel in a traditional Brittany house with kitchen ... and very friendly (! ) Family-run. Highly recommended. With two young children (1 + 3 years ... ) but an adventure. ... Read more
in July 10
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Ulrich, Age 36-40, Family
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... Hotel Le Brittany The hotel, a relais et chateaux, is a beautiful old hotel right on the harbor ... in the pool.HCLFHLFor 190 €I would have expected better and what experience in the Brittany. I would not recommend ... promenade. It was expanded, and there are numerous small room with a view to a single inner courtyard ... , the terrace all guests can use, endstanden. The rooms are in a lovely beach house style ... Read more
in April 11
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Alessandro, Age 36-40, Couple
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