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Lannion
Lannion is a large port town in the Cotes-d'Armor department of northern Brittany, around the estuary of the River Léguer.
It is a lively, modern town which generates much of its wealth by the important role it plays in the telecommunications research industry, and has an interesting historic centre.
It is Lannion 'old town' that is the most interesting part of the town. Based around the Place du Général-Leclerc and the Rue des Chapeliers, and the church of St-Jean-du-Baly, there are many 15th and 16th century half-timbered houses to discover as you explore the narrow streets, interspersed with small open plazas and outdoor cafes.
Pay attention to the fronts of these ancient houses - some have interesting carvings of faces and dragons in the wood.
One landmark building in Lannion is the church of Brélévenez at the top of the hill. It is reached by a long granite staircase with attractive small houses on either side. The church started life as a 12th century templar church, although it was significantly modified in the 15th century. Apart from some notable features to see in the chuch itself, you will be most impressed by the far-reaching views from the terrace outside the church.
The market in Lannion is held on Thursday.
Lannion: tourist information, map, travel plans and gites
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Places to visit - Lannion
Explore places within about 70 kilometres on a map: Lannion.
Some of the closer places are listed below (distances from Lannion are approximate and direct - as the crow flies. Only places listed on the france this way site are shown!)
- Cote de Granit Rose Scenic Breton coast at 8 km
- Perros-Guirec Popular coastal resort on granite coast at 9 km
- Treguier Breton town at 25 km
- See also Lannion (version Francais)
Tourist Classifications for Lannion
- Town is "Ville Fleurie category 4" (ie good attention to gardens and flowers)
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