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The Brittany Region

Discover the charm of Brittany, France's most beautiful peninsula. The magic of Brittany lives as much in the forests of the hinterland as in the variety of her coastline, towns and festivities. In the kingdom of the standing stones, manor houses and forests, the legends still haunt the countryside with Merlin the Magician, Sir Lancelot, the fairy Viviane in Broceliande Forest as well as the Poulpikans, those mischievous little elves.

The Breton and European megalithic heritage (4,500 and 3,700 BC) in:
- Carnac (largest site in the world) more than 6 000 artefacts selected for their scientific and aesthetic interest.
- Locmariaquer (major monuments) the broken Grand Menhir, Table des Marchand dolmen and the Er Grah Tumulus.
- Arzon "Cairn du petit Mont" an immense dry-stone shelters a complex monument built b/t 5,000 and 2,500 BC

Several remarkable chateaux from the middle age onwards, linked by the Dukes of Brittany trail, and specially
- Suscinio (13th c.) Plessis Josso (14th c.) Josselin (14/16th c.) its museum with 600 dolls & figurines (Rohan Collection)

For both adults and children (Animals, Parks or attractions listed as "Not to be missed in Morbihan")
- Branféré Chateau (16th c.) wander freely amongst animals from around the world in a botanical safari park and admire the collection of pictures by Héléne Jourde, animal painter and the park's founder.
- Aquarium (Vannes) Explore the underwater world of one of Europe's richest collection of tropical fish. Face to face with fearsome predators, be amazed by rare and captivating species.
- Le Jardin aux Papillons (Vannes) Walk around among hundreds of exotic butterflies flying free in a garden of light, water and rare exotic flowers.
- Univers du Poète Ferrailleur (Lizio), 1st prize "Regional Tourism Awards" this local artist invents an amazing topsy-turvy world. Our poet-inventor has brought his fabulous microcosmic world to life by creating an eco-friendly house ...
- Coëtarlann Aventures (Nivillac) Explore a magnificent valley walking on air from treetop to treetop. Supervised by professional staff, this aerial walkway offers countless challenges. Pure excitement and lots of fun guaranteed !!

Feasts and Festivals:
- Traditional Fêtes d'Arvor (Vannes): musical shows, Celtic and bagadou bands, Fest Noz, street parades, fireworks (August)
- Festives Halles (Questembert) Streets arts festival, more than a hundred artists, craftsmen and women and thousands of visitors will come together in the magnificent 16th c. market halls (August, last week-end)
- Interceltic Festival of Lorient (90' drive), the annual shop window for creative artists from all Celtic nations. 10 days and 10 nights of cultural celebration with Scotland, Ireland, Isle of Man, Wales, Cornwall, Galicia, the Asturias and Brittany.
- Jazz (Vannes) offers the chance to hear even more Jazz and its spin-offs. Magical open-air concerts in the Limur garden "Jazz off" fringe events in bars, Jazz in town throughout the week !!! (late July, early August)

Morbihan offers 850 kms of coastlines, sail for a tour of the Gulf and visit the islands, Ile aux Moines and Ile d'Arz. Explore Belle Ile en Mer and Houat. Lunch and dining cruise (Damgan Tourist office for booking).
Gourmet cruises down the river Vilaine, candlelit dinners and tours from Easter to November (Arzal or La Roche Bernard).

"Petites Cités de Caractère" so called for their rich architectural patrimony, they all are worth a visit:
Josselin - Lizio - Malestroit - La Roche Bernard - Rochefort en Terre

The full range of activities mentionned above are all easily accessible (between 15' and 1 hour drive maximum) . There are many other places of interest, we let you the pleasure to discover them by yourselves, if you have enough time ....

 

Morbihan Area

Well located in Morbihan for touring, Damgan is a popular seaside resort. Its sandy beaches stretch over 8 kms long from the Bay of Kervoyal to the pretty port of Penerf. Here you will find all what you are looking for an enjoyable stay

Busy markets on Saturday (all year round) plus Tuesday and Wednesday (high season).
Good créperies (our favorite L'Ecurie), seafood restaurants (Le Gallion) as well as the "Irish Pub" are 600 yards from home.
For "Pêche à pied" lovers (fishing on foot) Damgan is an earthly paradise. Lots of people come specially every large tides, for fun and happy atmosphere (Feb, March, April, late August, Sept, Oct) !!

Activities and Leisures on your doorstep
- Sailing schools, kayaking, surfing, diving, fishing, beach volley, basket or football competitions
- Skate park, mini-kart, merry-go-round (front beach) Cinéma and mini-golf
- Out and in-door Tennis courts (Loch space)
- Numerous concerts at the "Kiosque" (May to Sept) - Library and a full range of activities or workshops for children
- Health course around the Loch or bird-watching (listed by ONF, Forests national office)
- Pedestrian-only front beach "Promenade" and a fantastic coastal path which leads you along 8 kms
- The natural arch of Pont St Sauveur and the tiny chapel
- "Oyster House" (July/August) and oyster farms, the Latin Quarter
- The Englishmen's Tower or the picturesque St Peter's church

 

Getting There

Fly to Lorient with Aer Arann from Cork, Galway, Kerry, Waterford,
Fly to Nantes with Ryanair from Dublin and Shannon or with Aer Arann from Cork
Fly to Rennes with Aer Lingus from Dublin or with Flybe from Belfast,
Lots of flights available from UK (Bournemouth, Bristol, Edinburgh, London, Manchester, Nottingham, Southhampton)

Ferry to Saint-Malo from Poole (Condor ferries) or from Plymouth and Portsmouth (Brittany ferries)
Ferry to Roscoff from Rosslare (Irish ferries) or from Cork (Brittany ferries)
Ferry to Cherbourg from Rosslare or Portsmouth
Ferry to Caen ouistreham from Portsmouth

Car hire available at all ferryports and airports with Avis, Europcar or Hertz.
Excellent connections to Damgan:
75mns from Lorient or Nantes - 90mns from Rennes - 2h30 from Saint-Malo,
3H from Roscoff - 3H30 from Caen - 4 H from Cherbourg

Nearest Travel Links

• Airport: Lorient or Nantes 75mns ( Rennes 130kms, 90mns) (90 km)
• Ferry: Saint-Malo ( km)
• Railway: Vannes (25 km)

 

Suitable types of Holiday Morbihan

• Fishing
• Horse riding
• Tennis courts
• Watersports
• Sailing
• Mountain Biking
• Diving
• Swimming
• Walking
• Surfing
• Waterskiing
• Windsurfing

 

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Exterior Facilities in Ker Loch Home - Beach Holiday - South Brittany

• Balcony/Terrace
• Parking space
• Private garden
• Children's playground

 

Rental Details

Facilities in Ker Loch Home - Beach Holiday - South Brittany

• Central heating
• Cooker
• Dish washer
• Freezer
• Fridge
• Highchair
• Iron
• Kettle
• Microwave
• Television
• Toaster
• Washing machine
• Safe

High standard quality matresses and pillows, all have protections
Blankets are supplied but please bring your own sheets and towels.
Bed linen can be supplied on request and beds made ready prior to your arrival (extra charge 15€/bed)
Highchair and a small bath for your baby
Electric convectors throughout the accommodation ensure you a comfortable stay all year round

 

Bedrooms / Bathrooms

• Bedrooms (2)
• Showers (1)
• WCs (1)

 

Sleeps a Maximum of 6 people:

• Single Beds (2)
• Double Beds (1)
• Sofa Beds (1)

 

Furniture

• Dining Seats (6)
• Lounge Seats (4)