Quimper

Quimper

Travel guide and tourist information

Travel guide and tourist information

GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION			CLOSEST TOWNS
Town	Quimper		Ergué-Gabéric at 7.5 km (11 min)
Insee code	29232		Pluguffan at 7.5 km (11 min)
Postcode	29000		Plonéis at 9.2 km (14 min)
Latitude	47.9975420		Plomelin at 9.8 km (13 min)
Longitude	-4.0978990		Saint-Évarzec at 10.3 km (15 min)
Altitude	From 0 to 151 meters		Clohars-Fouesnant at 13.4 km (17 min)
Surface	84.45 km²		Plogonnec at 13.5 km (15 min)
Population	63961 inhabitants		Gouesnach at 14.4 km (17 min)
Density	808 inhabitants/km²		Plogastel-Saint-Germain at 15.3 km (20 min)
National labels			Tréméoc at 15.4 km (16 min)
Department	Finistère		Gourlizon at 16.1 km (20 min)
Region	Brittany		Search another town

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Capital of Cornwall in south Finistère, Quimper is labeled "City of Art and History" because of the quality of its architectural heritage: the Cathedral of Saint Corentin, the houses half-timbered 16th and 17th centuries alongside the walls and the banks of the Odet, the district Locmaria, museums, bustling streets and shopping ...

• To discover the Saint-Corentin cathedral, a jewel of Gothic Breton, architecture of the thirteenth, fifteenth and polychrome chapel dedicated to Breton saints of the 19th century.
• The Old Town:

• The city of Bishop, the cobbled streets of the historic center of the capital of the Bishops of Cornwall to the half-timbered houses whose names recall so well the old crafts (Street Butchers Street Kéréon (shoemakers), place au Beurre ...).
• The city of the Dukes of Brittany and picturesque houses with wood sides of the square Earth Duc, the Church of St. Matthew, the alley's Pepper ...
• Locmaria, the district Quimper and primitive cradle of Quimper pottery. We also discover Locmaria Abbey and its beautiful Priory.

• Le Breton County Museum, housed in the former palace of the Bishops of Cornwall, with its new galleries of archeology, it retains and reveals some wonderful treasures from the past Breton. He also has wonderful rooms on the Breton costume and furniture of the past.
• Museum of Fine Arts is housed in a palace in the Italian built between 1867 and 1872; rooms permanent collections (Dutch school, Italian ...), a temporary exhibition room, an educational space ...
• Museum of Earthenware, open from April to October, it contains a superb collection of porcelain objects.
• The Neighborhood, Contemporary Art Center, offers four exhibitions a year.
• The pottery Quimper-Henriot, which dates back to 320 years, labeled "Enterprise Heritage" offers guided tours of his workshop.
• The site of Stangala, one of the most beautiful hikes in the heart of the valley of Stangala northeast of Quimper.

• The festival Quimper Cornwall for 6 days from the third Sunday of July, great appointment of Breton culture, welcomes every year more than 250,000 visitors.
• The Musical Weeks, the first 3 weeks of August, offers a dozen classical music concerts of high quality.
• Theatre Festival "Come See the Comedians" from February.
• The Aprem'Jazz, offers a season of concerts from October to June
• Thursdays in the Bishopric, dance and traditional Breton music every Thursday at 21h in the gardens of the Bishop of mid-June to mid September.
• The festival "Theatre at any age" in December before Christmas invites young and old at a party in the streets and friendly rooms Quimper.
• Event Circus Circus Christmas, the place to be year-end.
• New School Hip Hop Festival, the festival of hip hop in October ...

Located in the heart of Cornwall, Quimper is the ideal base for exploring by bus or car the most beautiful sites of Finistère: Pointe du Raz, Concarneau, Douarnenez, Quimper, Locronan, the tip of the torch ...

From Quimper, go down the river to coastal kayaking Bénodet, discover the many hiking trails including the GR38 walking or biking.

Place Terre au Duc		Departmental Breton Museum, on the banks of the Odet
Arrows of the Cathedral of Saint Corentin		The choir and the nave of the Cathedral of Saint Corentin
The Garden of Retreat and the tower Nevet		Cathedral for the Kéréon
L'Odet, to Cape Horn

Tuesday 14 February Day Night Min. 4°C - Max. 9°C

Wednesday 15 February Day Night Min. 4°C - Max. 8°C

Thursday 16 February Day Night Min. 4°C - Max. 9°C

Le logis du stang     10   SPECIAL OFFER Quimper Nestled in lush greenery on the outskirts of Quimper, City of Art and History, XIX our home welcomes you. You will find peace, serenity, authenticity you are looking for and that make... Located in Quimper From 71 € to 81 € the double room

Chambres d'hôtes de Pennaryeun     9.9 Landrévarzec Bed & Breakfast comfort in character property (Manor of the 17th century). Very close to Quimper. One room with disabled access. (APF). Kitchenette, lounge, TV, WiFi, Stereo... Gardens... Located 8.5 km from Quimper From 55 € to 58 € the double room

Kermoal     8.3 Plogonnec The Croezou, a suburb of a rural town has an equal distance from the peninsula Crozon the tip of the tsunami and the country bridge the abbot Guilvinec Concarneau. Deux pleasant guest... Located 8.6 km from Quimper From 48 € to 50 € the double room

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Maison 4 personnes Pleuven Terraced house in a wooded area, very quiet inside the charming old beams and fireplace typical. This place will be the basis for seven routes walk. Located 8 km from Quimper From 260 € to 460 € per week

Ty rozgwen Pleuven Family house comprising: Ground floor: 1 hall, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1 WC, 1salon/séjour with fireplace, 1 kitchen, 1 pantry, 2 bedrooms upstairs with a bathroom / wc all on a closed... Located 8.1 km from Quimper From 450 € to 750 € per week

Ty yvonnic Pleuven Lodging between sea and countryside: old renovated farmhouse in a small private house with garden, close to farm animals and a pond (see photos for details). Halfway between Quimper... Located 8.7 km from Quimper From 410 € to 560 € per week

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www.camping-les-myrtilles.fr   Saint-Yvi Welcome to camping blueberries. Corinne and Jean Paul welcome you in a forest, the calm in the country located between Quimper and Concarneau, 5min from the beach. Offered several free... Located 12.4 km from Quimper From 13 € to 17 € per day

Camping Locronan     10   SPECIAL OFFER Locronan Charming campsite with panoramic views over the Bay of Douarnenez, terraces. Access 5 minutes walk to one of the most beautiful villages of France: Locronan. Indoor pool and heated... Located 13.3 km from Quimper From 14.70 € to 18.70 € per day

Camping de la Plage 29950 Bénodet    SPECIAL OFFER Bénodet At 300 m from the sea only, 400 of the nearest beach and 800 m from the center of Quimper, Finistère beautiful resort south (in Britain), you will find, in a beautiful landscaped environment,... Located 14.5 km from Quimper From 20.61 € to 22.90 € per day

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Best Western Hôtel Kregenn      8.4 Quimper Situated a stone's throw from Quimper Cathedral, the Best Western Kregenn boasts modern rooms which have been beautifully decorated, combining stone and glass. The Best Western Hotel... Located in Quimper Room from 80 €

KYRIAD Quimper Sud     8.1 Quimper The Kyriad Quimper Sud is located 4 km from the Saint-Corentin Cathedral in Quimper town centre. It offers rooms with Wi-Fi access and flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. A breakfast... Located in Quimper Room from 59 €

Escale Oceania Quimper      7.8 Quimper Ideally located in the centre of Quimper, near the Odet docks, the peaceful and friendly Escale Oceania Quimper offers well-equipped and comfortable rooms. Discovering the rich heritage... Located in Quimper Room from 59 €

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