Porcaro

Porcaro

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION 
TownPorcaro
Insee code56180
Postcode56380
Latitude47.9093110
Longitude-2.1993360
AltitudeFrom 30 to 154 meters
Surface15.73 km²
Population681 inhabitants
Density43 inhabitants/km²CLOSEST TOWNS
Chief townVannes (at 66 km, 52 min)Monteneuf at 4.1 km
DepartmentMorbihanGuer at 5.9 km
RegionBrittanySearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

Historians and scholars point out that the etymology of the word Porcaro must see "Porch" which Celtic language means: main house, and Caro, name of a family who lived in this place. It would Bertrand de Porcaro, husband of Joan Rouchier to 1280.


SIGHTSEEING

In a picturesque setting, learn the pond area and picnic of Priaudais, the head of Gore, a real tower overlooking the valley Oyon, the tomb of Rochettes, mound of the Bronze Age The small Marian shrine, a copy of the grotto of Lourdes.

Riding: Guided walks in the saddle or in harness, to the rhythm of the horse Breton.


EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS

At the initiative of Abbot Prévoteau, Porcaro is since 1979 a rallying place for pilgrimage and thousands of motorcyclists who are 14 and August 15 to venerate the Madonna of the motorcyclists. You can stop all year at the Oratory of the Madonna of the motorcyclists in the village.


ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND

Farm horses: just find a horse farm with shows and demonstrations of farm work, a breeding traits and postmen Breton?

Green Lane: Ploërmel - Porcaro-Guer-Guipry/Messac: 48 km.

Leisure activities
NameType of activityPriceTown
Microlight sightseeing tripSports sensationsFrom 50 € to 70 €Loyat (16.9 km)
Roc Aventure acrobatic trailSports sensations10 €Le Roc-Saint-André (19.1 km)
Guided tour by mountain bike, foot or kayakNature and the outdoors50 €Saint-Marcel (19.9 km)
Ethological horse-ridingNature and the outdoors61 €Baulon (22 km)
Farm animal discovery tourCulture and education4 €Saint-Servant (24 km)

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PHOTOS
Valley Oyon (© Brigitte Wacquez)
 
Horseback Riding (© Daniel Huet)
Pilgrimage of Our Lady of bikers (© D. Huet)
  
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WEATHER
Saturday 25 May
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Min. 3°C - Max. 14°C
Sunday 26 May
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Min. 5°C - Max. 15°C
Monday 27 May
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Min. 10°C - Max. 14°C
RESTAURANTS 
Le Relais de Brocéliande
Paimpont
RELAY FULL STORY - Installed Paimpont the legendary Brocéliande forest, the Relais's restaurant offers a menu Brocéliande that emphasizes fresh seasonal produce and invites you to discover...
Located 12.4 km from Porcaro35 € per person 
Le Roi Arthur  
8.5
Ploërmel
DIVING IN HISTORY - Want to live a short break or a meal a true tale legend? You make the choice to Arthur, Lancelot, Merlin Morgana or even? Filez Ploermel, not far from the forest...
Located 16.2 km from Porcaro30 € per person 
Le Petit Keriquel  
8.7
La Chapelle-Caro
A few steps from the forest Brocéliande, famous for Forest Merlin, Little Keriquel itself is an enchanting place. Housed in an old building in Brittany, this hotel restaurant offers...
Located 17.3 km from Porcaro36 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Le clos de cogrenne    
9.6
Beignon
At the edge of the forest Brocéliande, savor the warm and friendly welcome from Anne and Felix, who offer the floor of their house. The room of yesteryear, is equipped with a flat screen...
Located 6.5 km from Porcaro50 € the double room 
Chateau de st malo  
Ploërmel
Bed and breakfast in a. romantic castle in 1900.
Located 15 km from PorcaroFrom 84 € to 94 € the double room 
Popote et Polochon    
9.3
Saint-Martin-sur-Oust
Between Rochefort-en-Terre and Gacilly, Anthony and Stephanie welcome you in an old school / church hall renovated in the heart of St Martin sur Oust, 100 m from the Canal from Nantes...
Located 18.7 km from PorcaroFrom 70 € to 75 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Gîte du Pâtis de la Houssaye  
10
Guer
Located near a farm, terraced stone house of 90 m ² newly renovated. 3 bedrooms upstairs (2 beds 140,1 bed 120), large living room (sofa bed) with fully equipped kitchen, 2 bathrooms,...
Located 6 km from Porcaro310 € per week 
Gite 8 p piscine chauffee privee /spa
Guer
New people in the country cottage 8,2011 construction. By all the time you can take advantage of relaxation and wellness area of 40 m² with spa / jacuzzi premium seats 5 1 1 place extended...
Located 8.4 km from PorcaroFrom 420 € to 980 € per week 
Gite de la gree saint-jean
La Gacilly
In a wooded pine, 5 minutes walk to the center of La Gacilly, the Thalasso Yves Rocher de la Gree Landes, and forest Cournon, we offer you a stay in a calm and quiet with this studio...
Located 16.8 km from PorcaroFrom 350 € to 450 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Camping du bois vert    
9.2
Carentoir
Small family campsite, part shade, constructed out of town on the edge of a pond fish. Pitches for tents, caravans. Motorhomes allowed. Rental of mobile homes. Open from 01 April to...
Located 11.7 km from Porcaro13.20 € per day 
Camping Merlin l'enchanteur    
9.8
Loyat
A beautiful campsite with mature trees throughout situated next to the river Yvel and the forest of Brocéliande. Heated, covered swimming pool.
Located 16.3 km from Porcaro13 € per day 
Art nature village  
La Gacilly
Camping nature and outdoor hotel of charm, the UK brand, along the river, with comfort features. Large pitches tents, caravans, motorhomes stop home and rental accommodation for one...
Located 16.8 km from Porcaro 

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HOTELS
SAS Hotel le Bellevue     
8.2
Guer
Located in front of Ecole Special Militaire de Saint-Cyr, and 4.5 km from the centre of Guer, SAS Hotel le Bellevue offers a terrace. You can play billiard while having a drink at the...
Located 6.4 km from PorcaroRoom from 70 €
Hotel O2B Aux Berges de Brocéliande     
8.4
Beignon
Aux Berges de Brocéliande is a charming hotel offering comfortable rooms with a flat-screen TV and free Wi-Fi. It is located in the small, peaceful village of Beignon in Brittany. Guest...
Located 7.1 km from PorcaroRoom from 69 €
A l'Orée de la Forêt    
8.5
Campénéac
Located in Campénéac, in Brittany, A l'Orée de la Forêt is surrounded by a garden. Just 3 km from the Château de Trécesson, you can enjoy the fitness room and dine at the on-site restaurant....
Located 8.8 km from PorcaroRoom from 45 €

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