Quimper

Quimper

Travel guide and tourist information

Travel guide and tourist information

GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION
Town	Quimper
Insee code	29232
Postcode	29000
Latitude	47.9975420
Longitude	-4.0978990
Altitude	From 0 to 151 meters
Surface	84.45 km²
Population	67131 inhabitants
Density	794 inhabitants/km²		CLOSEST TOWNS
National labels			Ergué-Gabéric at 5.2 km
Department	Finistère		Pluguffan at 6.3 km
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 Cornwall Quimper for 6 days from the third Sunday of July, grand rendezvous of Breton culture, annually hosts more than 250,000 visitors.
• The Musical Weeks, the first 3 weeks of August, offers a dozen classical concerts of high quality.
• The Aprem'Jazz offers a season of concerts from October to June
• Thursdays of 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 children and adults to a party in the streets and friendly rooms Quimper.
• Event Circus, Cirque de Noël, the rendezvous season.
• 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

Saturday 25 May Day Night Min. 4°C - Max. 14°C

Sunday 26 May Day Night Min. 5°C - Max. 16°C

Monday 27 May Day Night Min. 8°C - Max. 15°C

L'Ambroisie   8.4 Quimper The Ambrosia offers a gastronomic break close to the historical center and cathedral. The reputation of this small hotel is more to do in Quimper. You will enjoy cooking between land... Located in Quimper 62 € per person

La Nova   7.8 Quimper With or without costume Glazik. The restaurant welcomes you La Nova Quimper French cuisine specialties of Brittany. It is in the center of Quimper La Nova the restaurant welcomes you.... Located in Quimper 34 € per person

Campanile Quimper   7.2   SPECIAL OFFER Quimper Welcome to Campanile Quimper in Brittany, the traditional capital of Cornwall and a town of art and history. The hotel welcomes you in a warm atmosphere and offers an interior with... Located in Quimper 19 € per person

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Chambres d'hôtes de Pennaryeun     9.5 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

Le Grannec   Quéménéven 3 spacious guest rooms in the countryside between Quimper and Locronan, 10 km from the sea Pointe du Raz and Crozon peninsula is 40 km. 160 x 200 beds and comfort. Located 11.5 km from Quimper From 48 € to 50 € the double room

Chambre d hotes entre quimper et benodet     9.7 Tréméoc Nestled between land and sea in beautiful greenery, far from the stress of life the villa du guip is waiting for you. Mireille and Pierre will welcome you warmly. You will enjoy the... Located 12 km from Quimper From 70 € to 140 € the double room

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Ty glaz Pleuven Typical Breton house of approximately 140 m ², a very good comfort. Beautiful veranda in the evenings a little cooler, terrace with barbecue tradition. You are at home ready to discover... Located 9.3 km from Quimper From 550 € to 800 € per week

Gite de Kérancoréden Gouesnach Typical house in the countryside ideal for a quiet holiday without depriving nearby beaches and many cultural, artistic and sports offered in the resorts and the nearby town of Quimper.... Located 9.5 km from Quimper From 350 € to 650 € per week

La boissière Guengat House located in a quiet landscaped garden of 2200 m² at 10 km from the sea and the medieval village of Locronan plages. Le is 4 km A supermarket, convenient access is just over 1 ... Located 10.9 km from Quimper From 550 € to 750 € per week

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Camping Les myrtilles   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 11.4 km from Quimper

Camping Locronan     10 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 15 € to 19 € per day

Camping de la Plage 29950 Bénodet     9.2 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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Escale Oceania Quimper      8.7 Quimper This hotel is situated in the centre of Quimper, just 400 metres from the Quimper Cathedral and the Train station. It features a contemporary décor and guests are invited to relax in... Located in Quimper Room from 64 €

Best Western Hôtel Kregenn      8.5 Quimper Set in an elegant building in the town centre, this hotel is just 300 metres from Quimper Cathedral. It offers guest rooms with a refined décor and free internet access. A flat-screen... Located in Quimper Room from 78 €

Gradlon      8.5 Quimper In Quimper, a town known for its art and history, this former coaching Inn, a hotel conveniently located within walking distance of the cathedral, exclusive shops and museums, is the... Located in Quimper Room from 80 €

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