Old fortified town of the Middle Ages, Concarneau is today a fishing port, a marina and a dynamic seaside resort on the Breton coast.
The bay of Concarneau proposes along its sand beaches or in its creeks, all the range of the nautical activities (bathe, surfing, windsurf, veil…). The French School of veil and the school of Glenans propose training course of veil, center-board, sailboard and catamaran for all levels. It is possible to prepare the examination of the boat license. On the spot, the tourists can rent kayaks or practice the oar. Lastly, the small creeks are perfect places for shrimps fishing. The small local maritime companies organize maritime cruisings towards the archipelago of Glenans, or river ones on the Odet river. The hikers have at their disposal, the GR34 (coastguard path) to practice walk along the ocean, or Dorlett, Moros or the 3 valleys. In Fouenant, the children will appreciate a stay in Balnéides, watery park very well equipped with toboggan, and artificial cascades. On the spot, the holiday makers can take swimming lessons. And in the Fouesnant Forest, the golfers have the Golf of Cornouailles and its 18 holes course.
The cultural events of Concarneau are announced 2 times per week, in July and in August by a streets crier, in the "Ville Close", the historical quarters of Concarneau. The Festival of the "Polar" is held at mid-July, with presentation of novels and cartoons around the topic of the police investigation. The Festival of the "Filets Bleus" which is held at mid-August is an cultural appointment organized around the Breton and Celtic musics. This international festival accommodates not only Breton, but such foreign musical groups (Irish, inhabitant of Quebec, Welsh…). The amateurs of bagpipe will taste this great festive moment. The restaurants in Concarneau and in the surroundings propose the culinary specialities of Brittany, mainly fish, seafood and crepes.
Where to sleep in Concarneau. The station counts nearly a score of hotels of various categories in Concarneau and in the surroundings. More than 140 seasonal hirings are proposed for a week, fortnight or longer rental. Lastly, about twenty guesthouses accommodate you in B&B. However, in spite of this important rental offer, it is preferable to book in advance for a stay at Easter or in July /August.
Hotel Concarneau beach: The 3 seasons hotel restaurant "Sables Blancs" is located at the seaside, with direct access to the Sables Blancs beach. The comfortable 70 rooms and continuations of the hotel, are very agreeably decorated and profit from the panorama of the Atlantic Ocean. Its restaurant proposes a cuisine as tasty as original. The establishment can accommodate you in formula half-board. Handicapped access. Animals admitted. Address:: Hotel Sables Blancs - Sables Blancs Beach 29900 Concarneau France.
Brittany Seaside hotel.
Hotel restaurant close to Concarneau: The Jet Hotel is a 2 stars establishment located a few kilometres from Concarneau. Its 27 rooms are comfortable and offer a range of services of good level. Handicapped access. The restaurant proposes a cuisine of the sea. Stay in nights or half-board. Address: Jet' Otel 3, Place de la gare
29140 Rosporden France.
Guesthouse Concarneau beach: 100 meters from the beach, guestroom with bathroom for 2 people. Address: 18 allée des Chaperons 29900 Concarneau.
Seasonal renting Concarneau: In downtown 100 meters from the beach of Concarneau, 4 up to 6 people apartment for rent. The apartment includes 1 living room, 2 rooms, an equipped kitchen, 1 bathroom. Address: 26, Rue Esprit Jourdain 29900 Concarneau.
Stay in camp-site: Lochrist, camp-site in Concarneau is open from mid-June to mid-September. The establishment is close to the downtown area and the sea.
The tourist office Quai d'Aiguillon - B.P. 529 29185 Concarneau will give you all the necessary informations for the success of your stay in Concarneau or surroundings.
