The west coast of Brittany undoubtedly belongs to the most beautiful in the world. Miles long sandy beaches alternate with bizarre rock formations.
At low tide you find a flat beach, whereas towering wave often rage at high tide. Fishing boats and sparse vegetation give the landscape its unique touch.
The Route
The Route of our discovery tour leads from Brest to le Conquet, Ruscumunoc, the lighthouse of Trézien, the port of Porscav, Lanildut, Melon, Porspoder, Argenton and to the beach of Penfoul.
Along the tourist coast to Portsall we drive to the beaches of Saint Pabu Lampaul-Ploudalmézeau and d’Erlearch. From there we return to Brest.
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More InformationLe Conquet
Le Conquet lies in the outermost west of Brittany. The bay offers the fishing boats a good protection from the elements.
It is market day and we take the opportunity for a little walk through the small town.
To the east of the city, at the end of the beach are beautiful biotopes which are home for various birds. We reach a fantastic sandy beach north of Le Conquet, la Plague des Blancs Sablons.
Ruscumunoc à Trézien
In Ruscumunoc à Trézien we explore the coast. It is characterized by rocky sections with huge boulders.
After that we go to the lighthouse of Trézien which shall offer a marvelous vision but was closed because of the lunch break.
Therefore we drive on directly of to the port Porscav.
Porscav and Lanildut
Again, the same image; Sandy beaches, cliffs, fishing boats. However, it differs from the previous landscape and shows its unique character.
Argenton
In Argenton a series of peninsulas lead into the sea. An old stone custom house reminds of past times.
Penfoul
North of Penfoul, a bay with fine sand extends deep into the inland region. The bay is used for surfing, that’s why you find a surf school here.
Along the tourist coast we reach the small port of Portsall
Portsall
We enjoy a coffee in a bar called Jeffer’s Bay . Everything in the bar is reminiscent of Australia, where the Jeffer’s Bay is located.
This may have something to do with the fact that the owner of the bar has spent several years in Australia.
North of Porsall the coasts are not directly accessible by car, because the offshore areas are expelled as as bird sanctuaries. But you only have to walk a few hundred meters.
You will find the most beautiful sandy beaches and these also almost deserted. There are the beaches of Saint Pabu, the beach d’Erlearch and the beach Lampaul-Ploudalmézeau.
Unfortunately, it is raining cats and dogs, what does not stop the natives from taking a refreshing bath. We decide to return to Brest.
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