Douarnenez
Douarnenez
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Douarnenez .... In French: "Earth Island".
City Douarnenez result of the merger in 1945 of common Douarnenez ("Douarnenez-center"), Tréboul, and Ploaré Pouldavid become today the districts of Grand-Douarnenez.
The origin of Douarnenez itself goes back much further.
Douarnenez, well known for its fish canneries, is much less for its Gallo-Roman. Nevertheless, both stories have in common a major player: the sardine. The path of the sardine, circuit path, was designed to share with you this unique history.
Douarnenez this, firstly, a picturesque urban heritage consists of former canning factory owners of houses, families of fishermen and workers of Sardinerie. On the other hand, seaside villas, the largest to the smallest, dot the neighborhood Tréboul.
Wearing Rosmeur.
Port Museum: With almost 250 boats entered in its records, the port-museum has Douarnenez the first French collection of traditional boats. 5000 objects complete the fund motors, sails, nets, packing machines, tables ... Presentation of the museum's collection that highlights the universal maritime expertise. From fishing to boating, Brittany and European shores to those of Africa or the Pacific, the museum presents a thirty-sized boats and hundreds of objects. Traditions such as the modernization of coastal navigation are illustrated by the collection. The famous fish-canning business is represented in a new space.
The path of sardines: The path of the sardine is a two hour walk around to discover Douarnenez and its history.
Tristan Island is an island not far from Douarnenez, owned by the Conservatoire du Littoral. It is an island classified, accessible at low tide (banned unaccompanied, please check). In a roundabout way, the island reveals its secrets: the height of Napoleon III, the former canning factory, the house master of the family Richepin the terrible stories of Guy de La Fontenelle Eder ...
The natural site of Plomarc'h: Pleasant Parkway between sea and countryside with panoramic views over the bay of Douarnenez. Playground for children, traditional Breton village and educational farm.
The archaeological site: Free access and within walking distance of the coastal path Plomarc'h. The archaeological site of Douarnenez is one of the most important industrial sites Gallo-Roman Northern Europe. The Romans were making "garum," condiment made from fish.
The Coastal Trail White Rocks: From the marina, which hosts numerous sailing competitions, the road to waterfront provides access to different beaches Tréboul. The bay view is remarkable. The water is exceptional for water activities is still driven by the sailing school.
The Spa: Relaxation and wellness.
Boating: boat trips, water sports: catamaran, dinghy sailing, kayaking, windsurfing.
Horseback riding: ride and internship ...
Art Gallery: Exhibition of artists.
The large market town on the marina Tréboul every Wednesday and Saturday morning.
The maritime festivals: collection of old rigs in July.
The celebration of seagulls: Breton traditional festival to August 15.
The film festival in late August.
 | Wearing Rosmeur |  |
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 | Tréboul |  |
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 | House Douarnenez |  |
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 | Les Résidences D'armor Douarnenez |  | | Les Résidences d'Armor features a lovely indoor swimming pool with a grand panoramic view of the beach and sea. It is located on the beach in Douarnenez-Tréboul. All of the rooms at... | | Located in Douarnenez | Room from 60 € |
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