France has been known as the Land of the Sea as , wherever you are in Brittany , the ocean ' s influence is never far away . The sea continues to influence the way of life here as it has done for centuries , providing much of the charm and magnetism for the visitor , with dramatic sunsets over the ocean , the excellent diet of fresh fish , breathtaking seascapes and authentic fishing harbours . There are both rugged cliffs and sheltered coves on the northern coast , where sea and land seem to merge into one as you pass around headlands and inlets , islands appearing in

Brittany

Basque Country

“ Traditionally a land of long summer seaside holidays , Brittany is also deserving of a tour along the coast or perhaps a combination with the Loire Valley or Normandy ”

the sea in the distance . On the southern coast , miles of soft sandy beaches are the right ingredients for a family beach holiday and mediaeval fortified towns are perfect sightseeing centres .

TRAVELLING THERE Self-drive Direct ferry services from Plymouth to Roscoff ( 6 hrs ), Poole to St Malo ( 8 hrs ), Portsmouth to St Malo ( 9 hrs ). Overnight crossings take longer . Or you can travel from Portsmouth to Cherbourg or Poole to Cherbourg and then drive . Another recommendation is to travel Dover to Calais if you want a short crossing , then spend one night in Normandy on the way out and / or on the way back . LOCAL HIGHLIGHTS Seafood and cider , Pardons ( religious processions on Saints ’ Days throughout the year ), Breton costume ( still worn on special occasions ), Nautical fashions , Folklore festivals .

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