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Welcome to Douarnenez Bay Degemer mat e Bro Douarnenez.

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ouarnenez Bay is an ideal base from which to explore the region of Finistère: to the north, you have Crozon Peninsula with its magnificent cliffs; to the south, the Pays Bigouden with its large fishing ports; to the west there’s the Pointe du Raz (the Land’s End of France); and to the east, Locronan, one of the most beautiful villages in France.

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Blue seas, green fields

Accessible to those of limited mobility

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Heritage trail

Church

Chapel

Manor House

Mill

Wash-house

Megaliths

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Walking, hiking & cycling

p 6-7

Watersports

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The Bay & the Beaches

p 10-11

Heritage & Boat Festivals

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Well-being & Relaxation

p 14-15

Markets & fine food

p 16-17

Art & Atmosphere

Viewpoint





p 18-19

Our thanks to photographer Yann Cousin, who kindly allowed us use of his images. www.yannco.fr

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lue Seas, Green Fields

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ouarnenez Bay, one of the most beautiful bays in Europe, is located in the French county of Finistère (‘Penn Ar Bed’ in Breton), which is sure to seduce you with its coastal and countryside landscapes. The area known as Douarnenez Bay actually covers five different towns that welcome visitors all year round, offering a wonderful variety of things to see and do. DOUARNENEZ This charming town is renowned for its four ports: - the old port of Rosmeur, the heart and soul of the town - Port-Rhu, which is dedicated to the town’s maritime heritage - the marina in Tréboul, scene of great nautical events - the fishing port, still a working sardine port today In addition, Douarnenez is home to two natural sites that offer a magnificent view over the bay itself, and are perfect for exploring on foot: the Plomarc’h and the mysterious Île Tristan.

KERLAZ Overlooking Douarnenez Bay, Kerlaz has a coastline that can either be discovered by road or via the GR34 coastal path. Here, you’ll also find the Nevet Woods, a gem for walkers. Take a moment to seek out the unusual church here, whose stained glass depicts the famous legend of the drowned city of Ys.

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This rural community has a wealth of hidden treasures: manors, mills, sacred monuments and LE JUCH granite roadside crosses can all be seen along the Once a feudal village, Le Juch is well worth pathways. a detour, especially for its typical architecture The waters here, which abound in fish, are sure to and traditional Breton houses built from local delight freshwater fishermen. granite. The church, which has been classed as an POULLAN-SUR-MER Historic Monument, harbours Poullan has a rich religious heritage as well as a two curiosities: Saint Michel coastline with a magnificent panorama over defeating the Devil – which is known as the ‘diable du Juch’ – Douarnenez Bay. Several pathways and trails inland lead you to prehistoric remains, from standing and a stained glass window stones and table-like structures to a well-known depicting Clovis (first King of gallery grave. the Franks, 481-511 AD). You can also admire the listed chapels of NotreThis is great spot for outdoor Dame-de-Kérinec and Saint-They, nestling in pockets activities, including freshwater of greenery. fishing, walking and cycling on the sheltered Green Way. 5

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alking, Hiking & Cycling

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walker’s paradise, Douarnenez Bay also has plenty to offer cyclists and mountain-bikers. Enjoy discovering our heritage of chapels, ancient washhouses, sacred monuments and prehistoric standing stones as well as our beautiful coast.

As a family, you can set your own pace.

Les randos de la Ville d’Ys Tél : 06 71 12 08 43 www.randosvilledys.com Dz Sport et Nature Tél : 06 76 55 12 82 Ets Stephan Location de vélos / VTC / VAE Tél : 02 98 92 72 97

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If you love walking, you’ll love Douarnenez Bay. All along the coastline, you can explore this protected environment, especially the GR34 coastal path, which is also known as the ‘chemin des douaniers’ (where the customs officers used to walk). As it follows the edge of the cliffs, this trail guarantees some of the best views of the Bay. Throughout the five towns of Douarnenez Bay there are various walks, trails and circuits, helping you to venture through the rich heritage of our diverse pastoral landscapes, with circular trails of between 8km and 26km.

The natural site known as ‘Les Plomarc’h’ is just a few minutes’ walk from the town centre, a haven of tranquillity where the calm of the countryside and the seaside always delights visitors of any age. The coastal path from the marina in Tréboul leads to the popular sunbathing and watersports beach aptly known as ‘Les Sables Blancs’ (the white sands). The seafront between Rosmeur Port and the Port-musée boat museum offers a spectacular view over the Bay and across to Île Tristan. Nevet Woods with their large pathways and smaller, winding trails, sit between the towns of Kerlaz and Le Juch. The Green Way (voie verte) is a wonderful trail for families, created from a former railway track that leads from Douarnenez to Le Juch and beyond, a perfect outing on foot or by bike.

On your bike! Cycling enthusiasts and mountain bikers can take their pick from the various trails on offer, some of which will suit all the family.

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atersports

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hether you’re a long-time fan of watersports or a complete novice, Douarnenez Bay with its clear, sheltered waters, is a fantastic spot and there’s no shortage of activities.

Centre Nautique Municipal Sailing courses/Surf School/Boat trips Tel: +33 (0)2 98 74 13 79 www.centre-nautique-douarnenez.fr Point Passion Plage Boat hire and private lessons Tel: +33 (0)2 98 74 33 33 Aviron Douarnenez Tel: +33 (0)2 98 91 52 90 www.aviron-dz.fr Armor Kayak Douarnenez For beginners, improvers and outings Tel: +33 (0)2 98 92 12 64 Breizh Road Surfing Surf school Tel: +33 (0)6 98 28 88 30 www.breizhroadsurfing.com Kite Sardin School Taster sessions and kite-surfing lessons Tel: +33 (0)6 80 67 14 16

Visitors of any age can try their hand at watersports and hone their skills. We offer courses for youngsters, kayaking, dinghy sailing, windsurfing, catamaran sailing and more. You could also try the adrenaline rush of surfing and kite-surfing! The sea-air is intoxicating even if you’re just out on a boat, whether a traditional tall-ship or a modern sailboat: this is, after all, one of the most beautiful bays in Europe. Treat yourself to a sea-fishing trip.

Nautical events Voile Horizons Boat trips, courses, boat hire

Tel: +33 (0)6 61 63 42 04 - 02 98 74 35 29

Grand Prix Guyader 1st – 10th May 2015 Tel: +33 (0)2 98 74 36 84

www.voilehorizons.com

Optimiste 29 - Handi-Cap-Ouest Trips in a boat adapted for people of limited mobility Tel: +33 (0)6 98 33 12 17 http://optimiste29.free.fr Jour de pêche Sea fishing, from the shore or from a boat Tel: +33 (0)7 86 38 81 84 Marche aquatique Iroise (aqua jogging) Tel: +33 (0)6 74 29 47 00 Iroise découvertes Boat trips, Sea fishing, boat hire Tel : +33 (0)7 71 26 81 44

30th Mini-Fastnet 8th – 20th June 2015 Tel: +33 (0)2 98 74 38 05 Mini Transat (Start of Lanzarote) 19th september 2015 Tél : + 33 (0)9 72 34 01 31 Mondial Laser Jeunes 2017 Tel: +33 (0)6 89 85 53 03 There are many regattas and sailing events in the Bay throughout the year. See our ‘What’s On’ section www.douarnenez-tourisme.com

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he Bay & the Beaches

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hatever the season, our seaside is always a delight for all ages: sunbathing, paddling, swimming, beach games, coastal walks or jogging – the choice is yours!

Thanks to its wonderful location in a sheltered bay, the area of Douarnenez Bay has plenty of beaches where you can swim safely. You simply have to choose whether you prefer the rocky creeks or fine white sand... Beaches with lifeguards (July & August) - La plage des Sables Blancs - La plage du Ris Our beaches are accessible to everyone: The Plage des Sables Blancs has a ‘Tiralo’ amphibious wheelchair, enabling handicapped people to get into the sea; just ask at the Lifeguard Station.

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Le p’tit Poulic Swimming School (for those aged 4+) Tél : +33 (0)6 19 19 23 22 Local swimming pool Tél : +33 (0)2 98 92 23 24 Tide Times A calendar of tide times is available from the Tourist Office in Douarnenez Tel: +33 (0)2 98 92 13 35

Larger beaches

Smaller beaches

Plage des Sables Blancs Plage du Ris Plage de Trezmalaouen

Plage Saint Jean Plage des Dames Plage Pors Cad Rocky creeks Pors Melen Ar Gorred

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he highlight of any visit to Douarnenez, the Port-musée is the only museum of its kind in the whole of France, including not only exhibits but real boats that you can board. Its collection is of national importance, inviting visitors to learn more about maritime cultures from all over the world. Climb aboard the museum’s boats that are moored up on the quayside to gain an even greater insight into life on board and life ashore. Spread over more than 1300m², discover exhibitions that change every year. The Port Rhu also offers a wealth of boat-builders and wooden-boat restorers so that you can learn all about our rich maritime heritage. Port Rhu Discovery Trail Come and find out all about the history of this trade port and its boatbuilding yards through to the present day, with videos, first-hand accounts and photos straight to your smartphone or onto a tablet that you can request from the Tourist Office. Download the ‘Port Rhu’ circuit now from

Le Port-musée Tel : +33 (0)2 98 92 65 20 www.port-musee.org Le Chasse-Marée Nautical books and gifts Tel : +33 (0)2 98 92 66 33 www.chasse-maree.com

To sail on traditional boats Centre Nautique Municipal Boat trips on a traditional sardine sailboat (the Telenn Mor) Tel: +33 (0)2 98 74 13 79 www.centre-nautique-douarnenez.fr Association un langoustier pour Douarnenez Boat trips aboard the Skellig Tel: +33 (0)6 84 51 78 95 www.unlangoustierpourdouarnenez.org Association Treizour Outings by boat, sailboat or rowing boat Tel: +33 (0)2 98 74 06 41 http://treizour.com Korriganez Tel: +33 (0)6 50 56 30 36 www.korriganez.com

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he famous boat festival ‘Temps Fête’ takes place every two years, based around either Port Rhu or the Port du Rosmeur. On the water, you’ll see a spectacular array of tall-ships, hundreds of traditional sailboats and smaller vessels all gliding along before your eyes. On shore, you can enjoy concerts, shows, street theatre and performances in a wonderfully festive atmosphere. Boat Festival July 2016 Tel : +33 (0)2 98 92 29 29 www.tempsfete-dz.com Open Day on Port Rhu 1st – 3rd May 2015 Your chance to learn all about our maritime heritage!

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ell-being & Relaxation

o you want to unwind, and to recharge your batteries? Stop off in Douarnenez Bay, where the leisure activities, range of walks and protected natural sites are as much a tonic for the body as they are for the mind.

Perhaps you’d prefer a little pampering?

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ome and explore Douarnenez by wandering through the old quarters, a labyrinth of alleyways and side-streets. The call of the gulls and the rushing of the waves provide the soundtrack to your adventure. Make the most of the fresh sea air as you admire the sailboats and fishing boats bobbing and gliding through the water. Take time out to discover the hidden riches of Douarnenez Bay, including the ancient gallery grave, standing stones, picturesque wash-houses, fountains, mills and chapels.

Le chemin de sardine, The Sardine Trail (free) traces the history of the women who worked in the canneries, who were known as ‘Penn Sardin’ in Breton – meaning ‘sardine heads’, 17 information panels translated into English. The Tourist Office also offers guided visits in french, on ‘Douarnenez and the great sardine saga’ from April to October and throughout school holidays. The ‘Sacred Trail’, guides you through sites that are connected to Breton 14 traditions and religious beliefs.

Douarnenez is a great place to simply relax and do as little as you want. Leave your worries behind; come and relax. Everything you need is here for an unforgettable stay. Thalasso Douarnenez Tel: +33 (0)2 98 75 55 55 www.thalasso.com Espace Aqua Détente (Spa suite) Thalasso Douarnenez Tel: +33 (0)2 98 74 47 47 Le Galet Bleu Spa-sauna Tel: +33 (0)2 98 92 30 44 There is a wide range of accommodation offering a relaxation or well-being suite, such as a spa or sauna..

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ome and enjoy the flavours of our local produce. The star of the show is the sardine, freshly-caught, which you can enjoy grilled in one of our many restaurants, or you can take home with you in a commemorative tin, produced in one of our canneries using traditional methods

Association des artisans fabricant le véritable Kouign Amann Tél : +33 (0)2 98 92 37 24 Complete list of bakers available from the Tourist Office BISCUIT FACTORY - SELLING TO THE PUBLIC

Biscuiterie du Kouignn Amann du Pays de Douarnenez Tél : 02 98 91 09 00 www.marin-cothalem.fr CANNERIES – SELLING TO THE PUBLIC Conserverie Chancerelle - Connétable Tel: +33 (0)2 98 92 32 08 www.connetable.com Conserverie La Pointe de Penmarc’h Tel: +33 (0)2 98 11 07 07 www.pointedepenmarch.com Conserverie Kerbriant (also open to visitors) Tel: +33 (0)2 98 70 52 44 www.kerbriant.fr

Treat your tastebuds to the incomparable Kouign Amann, an irresistible cake of butter and sugar that was invented right here in Douarnenez at the end of the 19th century. If you’re serious about your sweet treats, choose your Kouign Amann from one of the bakers who belong to the association ‘Artisans fabricant le véritable Kouign Amann’ – that way you’re sure of getting the real thing! You can also learn more about local food know-how by visiting a local cannery or biscuit producer (ask the Tourist Office for details).

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trolling through the market in the morning, buying seafood and fresh fish, tasting hot crêpes and meeting the local producers… a truly French experience! Covered market for fresh produce and seafood every morning in Les Halles except sunday, Douarnenez Centre. Large open-air market in Tréboul every Wednesday and Saturday morning, all year round. Farmers’ Market for local produce in Poullan Sur Mer and Kerlaz, summer only.

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ouarnenez Bay offers a rich and varied programme of events throughout the year. The locals, known as ‘douarnenistes’, love a good party and will no doubt inspire you to take part in whatever is going on.

For young and old alike, there are shows, concerts, sea shanties, the famous boat festivals, traditional fêtes, carnivals, fishermen’s suppers and cultural highlights such as the Film Festival.

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or art-lovers, there are several exhibition spaces, art galleries and workshops ready to welcome you.

A list of galleries and workshops is available from the Tourist Office.

Le Carnaval des Gras 14th - 18th February 2015 Tel: +33 (0)2 98 92 41 57 Fête du chant traditionnel (song festival) 7th – 10th May 2015 Tel : +33 (0)2 98 74 71 14

Ça cartonne à Douarnenez Regatta of cardboard boats 7th June 2015 http://bateauxencarton.fr

La nuit des Sables Blancs

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Concerts on the Sables Blancs beach 25th and 26th June 2015

For sailing enthusiasts, there are regattas brightening up the horizon all through the year. Find a full list of events on our website: www.douarnenez-tourisme.com

38ème Festival du cinéma 21nd – 29th August 2015 Tel : +33 (0)2 98 92 09 21 www.festival-douarnenez.com Festival de musique classique (classical music) 8th and 10th October 2015 Tel : +33 (0)6 12 08 18 48 La vie en Reuz Bands and street theatre 22nd – 24th August 2015 www.lavieenreuz.com

Getting here

BY ROAD : COMING FROM Paris : Take the motorway to Rennes, then the toll-free motorway to Rennes then Quimper (600km) Nantes : Toll-free motorway to Quimper (250km) Rennes : Toll-free motorway to Quimper (220km) Quimper : 25 km

BY PLANE : AIRPORTS... Quimper - Cornouaille (18 km) Tel. +33 (0)2 98 94 30 30 Brest - Bretagne (80 km) Tel. +33 (0)2 98 32 86 00 Lorient - Bretagne Sud (100 km) Tel. +33 (0)2 97 87 21 50

BY TRAIN : TRAIN STATION Quimper (25 km) Tel: 3635 (within France) www.en.voyages-sncf.com Bus connections to Douarnenez (35 minute journey, ticket 2€) Tel: 0 810 810 029 (within France)

GPS coordinates Latitude : 48.093 2665 Longitude : -4.330 4099

DOUARNENEZ BAY TOURIST OFFICE - 1st cat.

Open all year round July & August : 7 days a week, 10am to 6.30pm April to October : Monday to Saturday 10am-12.30pm and 2pm-6pm Plus Sundays and French Bank Holidays 10.30am-12.30pm (mid-April to mid-September) NoveNovember to March : Monday to Saturday 10am-12.30pm and 2pm-5.30pm This Tourist Office has the ‘Tourisme et Handicap’ label, and is equipped with an induction loop amplifier, tourist information in braille and a suitable reception desk.

Imprimé sur du papier PEFC

www.douarnenez-tourisme.com

Impression : Imprimvit 02 98 92 28 66

Tél : +33 (0)2 98 92 13 35 [email protected]

Crédit photos : ©Office de Tourisme du Pays de Douarnenez Scott Davis-Bernard Galéron. ©Port-musée Francis HolveckMairie de Douarnenez Van Malleghem. Marque Bretagne D.Leroux/BDI/Marque Bretagne - E.Pain/BDI/Marque Bretagne - Studio Diaphane/CRTB/Marque Bretagne - Berthier Emmanuel/ CRT Bretagne/Marque Bretagne - O.Marie/CRTB/Marque Bretagne - Thalasso Douarnenez

1 rue du docteur Mével - 29100 DOUARNENEZ