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Douarnenez
Douarnenez is found in the Douarnenez Bay, north-west of Quimper and in the Finistere department.
It is a workaday town with an active sardine fishing and canning industry. As with many Brittany coastal towns, tourism is coming to play a larger part in the town as the fishing industry declines.
And not surprisingly so, because this port town has much to commend it, not least the harbour area and the easy access to beaches.
The Port Museum is well worth visiting, for its collection of old ships and boats, many meticulously restored to their former glory. You can't miss it - it takes up half the harbour around Port-Rhu. A great place to visit!
The neighbouring Tréboul contains a modern marina and a popular spa centre, and is the more 'modern resort' side of the town.
Just off the coast of Douarnenez is the Ile Tristan, with stories that both the island and town are linked to the original story of Tristan and Isolde. The island can be visited on foot during low tide. It seems probable that the fascinating story (as turned into the renowned Wagner opera of the same name) will play an increasing role in tourism in the town!
There are also some nice walks along the coast around Douarnenez and it is possible to take a boat trip around the harbour for a different view of the town.
Douarnenez: tourist information, map, travel plans and gites
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[Douarnenez] Residence Pierre & Vacances Les Sables Blancs: Direct access to a white sandy beach; Comforetable, spacious apartments; Heated swimming pool; Ideal for visiting Brittany
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Places to visit - Douarnenez
Explore places within about 70 kilometres on a map at Visit Douarnenez.
Some of the closer places are listed below (distances from Douarnenez are approximate and direct - as the crow flies. Only places listed on the france this way site are shown!)
- Locronan Most beautiful village at 13 km
- Pont-Croix Town at 9 km
- Quimper Breton town and region at 28 km
- Benodet Seaside resort at 34 km
- Crozon Coast town at 24 km
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