Porcaro

Porcaro

Travel guide and tourist information

Travel guide and tourist information

GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION
Town	Porcaro
Insee code	56180
Postcode	56380
Latitude	47.9093110
Longitude	-2.1993360
Altitude	From 30 to 154 meters
Surface	15.73 km²
Population	681 inhabitants
Density	43 inhabitants/km²		CLOSEST TOWNS
Chief town	Vannes (at 66 km, 52 min)		Monteneuf at 4.1 km
Department	Morbihan		Guer at 5.9 km
Region	Brittany		Search another town

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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Valley Oyon (© Brigitte Wacquez)		Horseback Riding (© Daniel Huet)
Pilgrimage of Our Lady of bikers (© D. Huet)

Saturday 25 May Day Night Min. 3°C - Max. 14°C

Sunday 26 May Day Night Min. 5°C - Max. 15°C

Monday 27 May Day Night Min. 10°C - Max. 14°C

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 Porcaro 35 € 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 Porcaro 30 € 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 Porcaro 36 € per person

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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 Porcaro 50 € the double room

Chateau de st malo   Ploërmel Bed and breakfast in a. romantic castle in 1900. Located 15 km from Porcaro From 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 Porcaro From 70 € to 75 € the double room

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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 Porcaro 310 € 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 Porcaro From 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 Porcaro From 350 € to 450 € per week

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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 Porcaro 13.20 € 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 Porcaro 13 € 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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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 Porcaro Room 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 Porcaro Room 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 Porcaro Room from 45 €

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