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6 islands in Brittany chosen as "must see" by CNN Travel!

11/21/2017

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Groix, Morbihan, Brittany : Thomas Pesquet‏
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Looking for serenity, unspoiled nature and that elusive far-away-from-it-all feeling? 
These exquisite little-known islands off the coast of Brittany, France offer a mix of pristine sandy beaches, hidden coves, dramatic coastline, natural reserves and historic or prehistoric sites. 
Some permit cars, others do not, and though day trips are doable, most offer lodging, dining and bike rentals to get the most out of your stay.
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1. Ushant, Brittany
On the ferry ride over you'll understand why Ushant -- the westernmost point of France -- is called "the island at the end of the world."
Eight kilometers long and four kilometers wide, this perpetually windswept island -- known in French as Ouessant -- remains almost as it was hundreds of years ago, when sheep farmers, fishermen and sailors were its only inhabitants. 
Now they're joined by artists and vacationers happy to leave the world behind and traverse the island's stretches of biking and walking trails past lighthouses, vertiginous rocky cliffs, hidden beaches, lighthouses and dramatic seascapes. 
Getting there: Take Penn Ar Bed ferries from Brest (2.5 hours) or Le Conquet (1.5 hours). You can stop off en route at the tiny island of Molène, just a few miles from Ushant.

2. Île de Batz, Brittany
Luxuriant palm trees and white sandy beaches belie the fact that this is indeed Brittany. 
Just a hop from the mainland, this three-and-a-half-kilometer-long, car-free island is easily explored on foot or by bicycle over its coastal footpath. 
Many prefer to grab a picnic and head to Grève Blanche, the island's largest and loveliest beach, or the Jardin Georges Delaselle botanic garden, harboring 2,000 species of plants from every continent. 
Getting there: Three ferry companies make the 15-minute trip from Roscoff: Compagnie Finistérienne de Transport Maritime, Armor Excursions and Compagnie Maritime Armein.

3. Île de Bréhat, Brittany
A discreet and private sanctuary for generations of French vacationers, this island off Brittany's wild and jagged Côtes-d'Armor is actually several islands joined at low tide. 
Thanks to the passing Gulf Stream, the island's mild microclimate supports Mediterranean palms and luxuriant flowers and is also home to 270 pairs of nesting puffins, which can be spotted from the beach alongside other seabirds. 
The dramatic coastline of the northern island is best for coastal walks and lighthouse viewing, and Guerzido, to the south, is among its best beaches.
Getting there: A 10-minute ferry ride from Pointe de l'Arcouest drops you at Port-Clos on the southern island.

4. Belle Île en Mer, Morbihan
The largest of Brittany's many islands, 16-kilometer-long Belle Île en Mer, off Brittany's southern Morbihan coast, is also its most diverse, with dozens of charming hamlets and hotels, as well as camping, dining and nightlife options. 
Add to that exquisite natural beauty encompassing fields and dunes, sprawling sandy beaches -- Grands Sables and Port Donnant are the most spectacular -- hidden coves, lighthouses, archeological sites and a 17th-century fort. A walk or bike ride along the Côte Sauvage is a must for views of the picturesque coastline and crystalline sea, which were frequently painted by Monet.
Getting there: Compagnie Océane makes the 45-minute crossing from Quiberon. You can also take the Compagnie du Golfe from Vannes (two hours) and Port Navalo (50 mins).


5. Groix, Morbihan
Ringed by wild coastline and jagged, storm-battered rocks, it's plain to see why eight-kilometer-long Groix was named "Witch's Island" by the Breton natives. 
Or maybe it was to keep people away, as this remote island's stunning natural beauty, white sand beaches and sparkling turquoise waters are a treasure known only to the few French vacationers, cyclists, nature lovers and birdwatchers that come here.
While picturesque in the sunshine, Groix's three ports, charming villages, country churches and solitary lighthouse turn ferociously thrilling when a storm rolls in.

Getting there: Compagnie Océane operates 45-minute ferry crossings from Lorient. The port is a short distance out of the city center, so you may wish to travel there by bus or taxi.


6. Île-aux-Moines, Brittany
Among the 42 islands of the legendary Morbihan Bay, cross-shaped Île-aux-Moines is the most popular. 
Known as "the pearl of the gulf," it attracts a lively crowd for its biking, boating and all-round fun in the sun. Seven kilometers long, this temperate island offers sun-worshippers long sandy beaches and clear shallow bays, and its dazzling coastal landscapes are easy to explore on foot or by bike.
In the south, the 6,000-year-old Dolmen de Pen-Hap standing stones affirms its prehistoric past.
Getting there: Ferry shuttles depart every half hour year-round from Port-Blanc, Baden, for the five-minute ride to the island. In July and August there are three ferries a day from Vannes.​


Source - CNN Travel


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Breizh Amerika veut relier Bretagne et USA

8/6/2016

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Les élus du conseil départemental du Morbihan et de la délégation venant des États-Unis et d'Irlande. |

L'association propose des échanges économiques, culturels et touristiques entre notre région et leur pays.

​Dans le cadre du Festival interceltique de Lorient, Breizh Amerika a organisé la venue d'une délégation de personnes venant des États-Unis et d'Irlande. Cette délégation a été reçue hier, au conseil départemental du Morbihan à Vannes.

Une occasion mise à profit par le président du comité de la Saint-Patrick de New York de remettre l'invitation pour la 257e parade de la Saint-Patrick 2018 aux États-Unis à Patrick Mahé, président du cercle des partenaires du bagad de Vannes.

Lors de cette rencontre, élus du département et membres de la délégation ont évoqué la nécessité « de mettre en place des échanges économiques, culturels et touristiques entre les USA et la Bretagne ». Michael David Vincent, chercheur a Louisiana State University, a rappelé les liens particuliers entre cet état notamment et Belle-Ile. « Il faut voir s'il y a des opportunités. En tout cas, j'en suis convaincu... »
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Quant à Alasdair McDonnell, leader du Parti social-démocrate et travailliste depuis 2011, membre de l'Assemblée d'Irlande du Nord pour Belfast-Sud, il a rappelé sa « volonté de rester en Europe. Le Brexit est une folie. L'Europe est bonne, il faut travailler ensemble, travailler avec la Bretagne. »

Source - Ouest France

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