Discovering Nature with FLOWER CAMPING LE BOIS D'AMOUR in Quiberon

‘I am in a magnificent untamed land, a formidable heap of rocks and an incredible sea of colour’. Letter to Caillebotte, 11 October 1886 Claude Monet stayed at Belle-Île from 12 September to 25 November 1886. The self-portrait he painted that year shows him in the fullness of his maturity: he would turn 46 on 14 November. He starts to become known and appreciated. While lodging at Kervilahouen, he left us 75 letters that offer a window into his daily life and the conditions in which he worked. Along the coast you may find the different spots where he set his easel by following any of the suggested loop hikes, from Lion Rock to Port-Domois.

‘I am in a magnificent untamed land, a formidable heap of rocks and an incredible sea of colour’. Letter to Caillebotte, 11 October 1886 Claude Monet stayed at Belle-Île from 12 September to 25 November 1886. The self-portrait he painted that year shows him in the fullness of his maturity: he would turn 46 on 14 November. He starts to become known and appreciated. While lodging at Kervilahouen, he left us 75 letters that offer a window into his daily life and the conditions in which he worked. Along the coast you may find the different spots where he set his easel by following any of the suggested loop hikes, from Lion Rock to Port-Domois.

‘I am in a magnificent untamed land, a formidable heap of rocks and an incredible sea of colour’. Letter to Caillebotte, 11 October 1886 Claude Monet stayed at Belle-Île from 12 September to 25 November 1886. The self-portrait he painted that year shows him in the fullness of his maturity: he would turn 46 on 14 November. He starts to become known and appreciated. While lodging at Kervilahouen, he left us 75 letters that offer a window into his daily life and the conditions in which he worked. Along the coast you may find the different spots where he set his easel by following any of the suggested loop hikes, from Port-Domois to Lion Rock.

At the heart of the Petite Mer de Gâvres, this walk with a distance of 2 km round trip, without any elevation gain, you will discover Riantec and its cultural and environmental heritage. You will leave the town, near the church of Saint Radegonde to join the island Kerner, classified as an area of ecological interest Natura 2000. It is necessary to go there to observe the birds, marine or migratory, contemplate the flow of the tide, admire the lavender color of the statice in bloom, the olive green of the obione or the apple green of the samphire ... Comfort walks allow people with disabilities, but also elderly people and families to enjoy nature and its environment as easily as possible. These walks were chosen in equal parts for their tourist attraction (heritage on the route, beauty of the landscape,...) as well as for their level of accessibility (advised support or independently). Short or long distance, sea or countryside, easy or more sporty,... you just have to make your choice. Certain allergenic species may be present along hiking trails, such as grasses, birch, alder, mugwort, ragweed, and olive trees. To plan your outings, you can consult the pollen monitoring data for the Lorient Agglomeration area and the recommended precautions to take via this link: https://www.lorient-agglo.bzh/actus/suivi-des-pollens/

Starting point: Kerdurant park This 7km circuit takes you through the sunken paths of Riantec. You'll pass through woods to the north of the village, walk along the old imperial road and discover the villages along the way. Paths can be muddy in winter, so don’t forget to gear up accordingly. Certain allergenic species may be present along hiking trails, such as grasses, birch, alder, mugwort, ragweed, and olive trees. To plan your outings, you can consult the pollen monitoring data for the Lorient Agglomeration area and the recommended precautions to take via this link: https://www.lorient-agglo.bzh/actus/suivi-des-pollens/

Starting point: Kerdurant park This 5.5km circuit takes you through the sunken paths of Riantec. You'll pass through woods to the north of the village, walk along the old imperial road and discover the villages along the way. Paths can be muddy in winter, so don’t forget to gear up accordingly. Certain allergenic species may be present along hiking trails, such as grasses, birch, alder, mugwort, ragweed, and olive trees. To plan your outings, you can consult the pollen monitoring data for the Lorient Agglomeration area and the recommended precautions to take via this link: https://www.lorient-agglo.bzh/actus/suivi-des-pollens/

Starting point: Kerdurant park This 4km circuit takes you through the sunken paths of Riantec. You'll pass through woods to the north of the village, walk along the old imperial road and discover the villages along the way. Paths can be muddy in winter, so don’t forget to gear up accordingly. Certain allergenic species may be present along hiking trails, such as grasses, birch, alder, mugwort, ragweed, and olive trees. To plan your outings, you can consult the pollen monitoring data for the Lorient Agglomeration area and the recommended precautions to take via this link: https://www.lorient-agglo.bzh/actus/suivi-des-pollens/

Departure: Kerdurant Park Loop of 9km around Riantec that will make you discover all the landscapes that make up the town. After exploring the town, let yourself be guided to the small sea of Gâvres. Linger around the castle of Kerdurant and the tidal mill of Stervins. Open your eyes as you approach the Dreff marsh, you may have the chance to see passerines and other inhabitants of the reeds. Certain allergenic species may be present along hiking trails, such as grasses, birch, alder, mugwort, ragweed, and olive trees. To plan your outings, you can consult the pollen monitoring data for the Lorient Agglomeration area and the recommended precautions to take via this link: https://www.lorient-agglo.bzh/actus/suivi-des-pollens/

Departure: Kerdurant Park Loop of 9km around Riantec that will make you discover all the landscapes that make up the town. After exploring the town, let yourself be guided to the small sea of Gâvres. Linger around the castle of Kerdurant and the tidal mill of Stervins. Open your eyes as you approach the Dreff marsh, you may have the chance to see passerines and other inhabitants of the reeds. Certain allergenic species may be present along hiking trails, such as grasses, birch, alder, mugwort, ragweed, and olive trees. To plan your outings, you can consult the pollen monitoring data for the Lorient Agglomeration area and the recommended precautions to take via this link: https://www.lorient-agglo.bzh/actus/suivi-des-pollens/

Departure: Route from Port Mélite to the Info Point circuits (next to the Halles du bourg) Crossing the island and along the coast, this route will make you discover the contrasting landscapes of Groix. Inside, the paths, lined with hedges, will lead you through the green and cool valleys to discover the hamlets. The coastal paths, from the village to Port Melin and from Port Saint-Nicolas to the Pointe de l'Enfer, will offer you views of the steep coasts and the sea. You hike on natural and private sites. Stay on the marked paths, respect nature, developments and cultivated plots. For your comfort and safety, equip yourself with suitable hiking equipment. Certain allergenic species may be present along hiking trails, such as grasses, birch, alder, mugwort, ragweed, and olive trees. To plan your outings, you can consult the pollen monitoring data for the Lorient Agglomeration area and the recommended precautions to take via this link: https://www.lorient-agglo.bzh/actus/suivi-des-pollens/

The small sea of Gâvres is a space rich in plant and animal species. It is a land of birds. Every winter, thousands of them come here to refuel before returning to their nesting sites. More than 50 species of birds can be observed between October and March, coming from Northern Europe to seek food and rest. Every year more than 3,000 Brent Geese, small black and white geese, come to graze on the dwarf eelgrass beds. Everyone has a role to play in preserving this natural area: walk your dog on a leash and pick up after it, avoiding getting too close to birds on foot or during sporting activities such as kayaking or kite surfing, etc. Stay on the paths and respect the parking areas.

Ty Ru or 'red house', is a village located at the junction of 2 Gallo-Roman roads, one leading to Port-Louis and the other to Gâvres., There existed at this place a Roman inn restaurant.

The first oyster farm on Kerner Island was created in 1905. It was a shellfish farm, for which the few buildings on the island (house and workshop) were built. In fact, its location created some clashes between the population and the owner of the park… In the 1990s, the house was converted into a museum on the theme of life in the small sea and its ecosystem. Open to the public, you can visit free of charge and discover the history of the island and the natural spaces that surround you.

The marshes or salt meadows have 2 parts: a low part submerged at each tide, called the mudflat, and a high part, called the salt marsh, submerged depending on tidal coefficients.  The mudflat has great biological diversity and breeding areas. It provides a nursery and feeding areas for the birds. It comprises mainly dwarf eelgrass which covers the sandy mud forming vast meadows or seagrass beds. Other remarkable species you may encounter are sea purslane, samphire, sea lavender or sea aster.

Life on the island is governed by the rhythm of the tides. The landscape changes throughout the day and according to the seasons. Natural environments, and the associated wildlife, offer a different atmosphere on the same day or according to the seasons.

By going down the path to the wood you can discover the traces of an old railway.  Will you notice the traces of its passage? By following the raised embankment a few meters wide you follow the passage of this old line with metric track opened in 1921. It connected Baud to Port Louis via Languidic, Hennebont, Plouhinec up to Riantec. During the Second World War, the Germans took over the line and created a branch to the pebble storage area where you are. They also extended the line to Port Louis in order to transport materials for the construction of the Lorient submarine base. The pebbles were carried up from the beach of Magouëro in Plouhinec and then loaded into the wagonnets until Port Louis. Barges connected Lorient with their edges these pebbles and sand from the dunes of Erdeven.

The small sea of Gâvres is an inland sea of great ornithological interest, in connection with the harbor of Lorient. It is separated from the ocean by a tombolo that is part of the great dune cordon that connects Gâvres to Quiberon.  Recognized as a major ornithological site in Brittany, the small sea is covered by multiple protective devices including the Natura 2000 label.  Part of the site is also integrated into the perimeter of the Grand Site «Dunes sauvages de Gâvres à Quiberon». This natural heritage is to be discovered during the activities offered by Lorient Agglomération at the Maison de l'île de Kerner.  The small sea of Gâvres is also a traditional fishing area on foot for clams and cockles.

Hidden in the greenery, the covered walkway of Kerrohet, dating back to the 3rd millennium BC, was 12 metres long. Its paved one metre wide corridor still has a part of its cairn. Two covering slabs are also still in place. There are five menhirs and about twenty dolmens on the island of Groix, including the one at Kerrohet and the neighbouring one at Port-Mélite dating back to the 5th millennium BC. They were positioned on a height. They were excavated at the start of the 20th century, but the tombs which had been raided many years previously, provide little information about their date of origin or the dead buried there.

Legend has it that Saint Radegonde gave this fountain to the people of Riantec as thanks for having hidden her and protected her from the wrath of her husband Clotaire 1st, king of the Franks of Soisson. The spring is said to have sprung from the footsteps of Saint Radegonde's horse as she fled from her royal husband. The site was located on the ancient Gallo-Roman road leading to Port-Louis.

While most men were sailors in those days, women cultivated the land. Following the 1950 land reforms, the island changed landscape but here and there, some remains of its surprising land allocation can still be seen. At the time, the unit of land was the “furlong” (sillon in French), comprised of a long strip of curved land, 3 to 4 metres wide, and measuring around one hundred square metres.  The furlongs were grouped by crop, mainly wheat, barley, oats and potatoes.

Situated in the historic market town on a pretty pedestrian square, the crêperie offers traditional cuisine: crêpes, galettes and salads. A large terrace where children can stretch their legs in complete safety. Recommended by the Label Famille Plus.

Pizzas, burgers, French cuisine Lovely garden with hidden terrace!

Bar, brasserie and crêperie located in the centre of the village, in a pedestrian zone in summer, so you can enjoy the terrace in peace and quiet. Le Malyga also offers continuous oyster tasting throughout the day. Crêpes and galettes are also available all day long, so you can enjoy them during your snack breaks. Daily menu at €14.50 (main course, dessert) and children's menu at €8.50.

Right in the centre of Piriac, this warm and friendly bar brings together locals, holidaymakers and sailors. Take a break with friends or family. .

"Les Ventripotes" offers a choice of burgers, sandwiches, foccacia, poke bowls, ice creams and waffles to eat in or take away.

Situated in the heart of Piriac, in a green setting with a garden, a quiet break with friends or family. Warm and friendly atmosphere.

The Les Flots Bleus campsite welcomes you for nature holidays in a friendly, family atmosphere. Between Brittany and Pays de la Loire, don't hesitate to book our mobile homes or a pitch for your tent, caravan or motorhome. Our major advantage is our location, since Camping Les Flots Bleus is 200m from the sea and 500m from the centre of Piriac sur Mer. And last but not least, come and relax in a calm and peaceful place, with no entertainment and no swimming pool, on a human scale... We look forward to seeing you!

Comfortable house, very nice, well-situated, close to the center, shops and beaches.

Independent flat, renovated in 2017 with a surface of 50m². 200m from the beach and 300m from the market. Well equipped : living-room, kitchen, 2 bedrooms, bathroom, terrace, barbecue... Ideal for a young family.

Charming little stone house in the center of Piriac, well decorated, ideally situated to discover the little town bursting with character.

Campsite with 100 pitches for mobile home rentals. Located right in the centre of the village and very close to St Michel beach.

Located along the GR34, on the Guérande peninsula, the seaside resort of Piriac-sur-mer welcomes you to its Le Veridet motorhome park. This private area is located on the seafront with direct access to the beach and a 10-minute walk from the town centre. The landscaped area can accommodate 44 motorhomes and offers spacious pitches separated by hedges. Each pitch is equipped with electrical hook-ups (16A) and the site has a waste-water disposal point, waste separation, a 24-hour pay station and an electronic display of remaining spaces. Electricity, wifi, water points, chemical toilets, waste water disposal. On-call number: 06 82 23 42 10