Arradon

Arradon

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownArradonÎle-aux-Moines at 3.7 km
Insee code56003Île-d'Arz at 4.4 km
Postcode56610Ploeren at 4.6 km
Latitude47.6276660Vannes at 5.8 km
Longitude-2.8228170Séné at 6.5 km
AltitudeFrom 0 to 61 metersLarmor-Baden at 7.2 km
Surface18.49 km²Baden at 7.2 km
Population5215 inhabitantsPlougoumelen at 7.6 km
Density277 inhabitants/km²Plescop at 7.9 km
Chief townVannes (at 7.3 km, 12 min)Bono at 9.5 km
DepartmentMorbihanSaint-Avé at 9.5 km
RegionBrittanySearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

A little history ...

Arradon name probably goes back to the era of independent Gaul. It would then of Celtic Aradunum "Ara Hill." The Roman conquerors, who often inspired by local place names to name the place and would set the name of the town today. Bounded on the south by the coast, the east by the wooded valley of the River Vincin and north by the municipality of Ploeren, Arradon has a genuine geographical unit. Located west of Vannes, which it is distant 7 km, Arradon is anchored in the Gulf of Morbihan. Arradon was once primarily focused on agriculture. Not until the late 19th century that the town has valued its location on the Gulf. Oyster farming, and more recently sailing and boating came broaden the range of economic activities of the municipality.


SIGHTSEEING

The municipality has set up in 2007 a circuit interpretation of heritage.

A viewpoint located Kerglas, the highest point of the town, you can view the locations of 14 steles depicting the built and natural heritage.

Detailed information
Information pointsVisitor Information Centre of Arradon
Leisure centresBeach Kerbilouet,   Beach Pen Boc'h,   Marina of Arradon
MonumentsCastle of Kéran,   Manor of Kérat
Performance hallsCultural Centre La Lucarne
Natural sitesHeadland of Arradon

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS

Markets on the church square. Two traditional markets: Tuesday and Friday morning.

May: Seaweed Festival in rhythm (music festival), tent.

The first week of August: Feast traditional Moustoir: Mass near the chapel of St. Martin, a parade of folk groups, shows bagad circles and Celtic in the afternoon, free concert to 18h and from 19h30 menu Breton , fest-noz. Information +33 2 97 61 12 20 (the festival committee Moustoir).

The first week of September: Feast of the oyster. From 12am the site of Balvras. Tasting of oysters, mussels, burgers, pancakes, pastries and beer in Germany. Afternoon lively music and dance of Brittany and German. Information +33 2 97 44 78 82 (twinning committee Arradon Hochenschwand).

In October Catagolfe. The tip of Arradon home to one of the largest catamarans racing in France and in the top three in Europe.

PHOTOS
View on the coast of Arradon
 
Catagolfe (Credit: Hall Arradon)
exhibition (Photo credit: City of Arradon)
 
Market (Photo credit: City of Arradon)
Oyster (Credit: L. Prodhomme)
  
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Tuesday 14 February
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Wednesday 15 February
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Thursday 16 February
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RESTAURANTS 
La Grange à Jules
Arradon
Festive Auberge du Morbihan, karaoke and dance for your birthday dinner with friends, family meals, funerals life of a young girl or boy etc. .. On reservations.
Located in ArradonFrom 35 € to 40 € per person 
Best Western Vannes Centre
Vannes
Our Chef & his team offer traditional innovating cuisine with regional accent. The restaurant, overlooking a terrace surrounded by ancient walls, can be modulated to accomodate 30 up...
Located 5.6 km from ArradonFrom 10 € to 25 € per person 
La table du kerver
Saint-Gildas-de-Rhuys
The restaurant is located 200 m from the Atlantic Ocean on the golf Rhuys Kerver in lush greenery.
Located 11.5 km from ArradonFrom 15 € to 50 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Le val de brangon    
10
Baden
The Val de Brangon is located 4mm from the dock at L'Ile aux Moines and range of the Gulf of Baden. Nathalie and Patrick welcome you in their farmhouse completely renovated in 1824...
Located 6 km from ArradonFrom 160 € to 180 € the double room 
Les hauts de la ville  
Vannes
Jean-Pierre welcomes you (2à7nuits minimum) in his house ideally situated 5 minutes from downtown in a quiet area 300 meters from shops, bus station, rapid voice in two bedrooms for...
Located 6.4 km from Arradon50 € the double room 
Ar Couette  
Bono
At the heart of the legendary Gulf of Morbihan and its 365 islands, the Ar Couette Bed Breakfast is a step authentic and soothing. Authentic, for the five comfortable rooms, located...
Located 8 km from ArradonFrom 90 € to 150 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Résidence La Brise
Île-aux-Moines
Bargain ideal for enjoying the sweetness of Brittany and the unique charm of one of the most beautiful islands in the Gulf of Morbihan: For rent, nice duplex apartment on the Ile aux...
Located 3.8 km from ArradonFrom 400 € to 900 € per week 
Le rez de jardin Chez Michèle
Île-aux-Moines
Discover the charm of our island island that has all the advantages of a small protected island, located 5 minutes by boat from the mainland. Our house is ideally located due south,...
Located 3.9 km from ArradonFrom 500 € to 800 € per week 
Gite clairmatin
Vannes
Brand new cottage located in a residential area of valves 2 steps from the medieval town and the marina; Gite of 70 m² with terrace overlooking the walled garden and trees. Private...
Located 4.9 km from ArradonFrom 390 € to 650 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Camping La fontaine du hallate en Morbiha    
9.5
Plougoumelen
This green campsite located in the Morbihan, welcomes you in a nature preserve, not far from one of the most beautiful bay in the world the Gulf of Morbihan. Our environmental policy...
Located 6 km from ArradonFrom 13.30 € to 15.30 € per day 
Camping le tindio  
Arzon
Located 1 km from the Port du Crouesty, The Tindio has direct access to the Golfe du Morbihan and an exceptional view of Lîle aux Moînes. Beaches and shops nearby. From 12 € * camping...
Located 9.1 km from ArradonFrom 12 € to 16 € per day 
Camping du Haras    
8
Monterblanc
Camping charming 3 stars on the heights VANNES and the Gulf of Morbihan. Health heated, heated swimming pools, water slide, trampoline, bouncy castle, multisport... Arrivals of mobilhomes...
Located 13.5 km from ArradonFrom 14 € to 20 € per day 

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HOTELS
Logis Le Stivell  
Arradon
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Located in ArradonRoom from 64 €
Hôtel Beau Rivage     
7.3
Arradon
The Beau Rivage hotel is located in Arradon, a small seaside town on the Gulf of Morbihan, one of France's most beautiful natural sites. In Southern Brittany, 15 minutes away from the...
Located in ArradonRoom from 50 €
La Villa Du Golfe 
Arradon
In South Brittany, Villa du Golfe sits in a large park, only 50 metres from the sea. It has a private tennis court overlooking the Ile aux Moines. The villa has 5 bedrooms and a suite,...
Located in ArradonRoom from 414 €

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Résidence Azur
Residence Azur, situated in Morbihan on the Quiberon peninsula. It offers comfortable accommodation and free Wi-Fi access....
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