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BRITTANY COAST:

 a new style of walking holiday

Sanssacàdos (without a backpack) offers wonderful walking holidays in Brittany, with Sarah and John providing full support for every aspect of your route. They will transport your baggage and set up a well-equipped caravan on a good campsite each night to await your arrival. This leaves you free to walk with nothing to do but enjoy the spectacular scenery during the day and look forward to a relaxing and comfortable overnight stop. Food shopping, laundry and WIFI connection are taken care of, bikes available if required. Two different itineraries are possible: one on the south coast of Finistere around historic Concarneau and the other on the Crozon peninsula with its dramatic Atlantic coastline.

For full details, check out their website:   www.sanssacados.fr

TRITON COTTAGE

our beautiful holiday cottage in the heart of Central Brittany

Our beautiful traditional ‘longere’ has been restored to the highest modern standards.  Sleeping 6 in three bedrooms, with 2 bathrooms, it is central heated throughout making it ideal for either a winter or summer break.

Close to Lac de Guerledan, the largest lake in Brittany, the cottage is ideally suited to take advantage of the walk which circles the lake, the Nantes-Brest Canal towpath or the fabulous tracks over the high Liscuis area.

Further afield, our central location makes much of historic Brittany and its spectacular coastline within easy reach.

Please see our website for further information or call

Lorna Cotton on: 0033 (0)2 96 24 83 82

GITES EN TREGOR.

Keen walkers Martin and Clara Cronin have three beautifully renovated gites. They are ideally located for anyone wishing to explore the stunning North Brittany coastline, or the surrounding valleys and woodlands with their rich diversity of plant and wild-life.

Set in peaceful countryside close to the market town of Lannion, near the GR34A footpath and coast path (GR34), the three gites (accommodating up to 16 people, including one gite suitable for disabled visitors) provide the perfect base for varied walking and visits to places of interest.

Within easy reach of ferry and airports. Discounts are available on Brittany Ferries.

For further information please see our website: www.gites-en-tregor.com

GITES IN SOUTHERN BRITTANY

Our two enchanting 16th Century gites (sleeping 18 in total), with heated pool, are situated in the stunning Blavet Valley, with walking for all levels from hillside to river towpath. Explore the magical countryside from our cottages which lead onto the GR341 footpath and other walking routes.   

Poul Fetan, the 16th Century “living” village, is a 10km nature-lovers round walk. Many guests take an evening walk to Botconan Mill to relax at the Pizzeria or the delightfully eclectic “Randonnée” Bar.  We have our own specific walking guides from the cottages. Other published walks and local Carte Bleue IGN 1:25000 maps are available.

Close to many beaches, surrounded by unspoilt countryside, history and culture; Le Crann is ideal for exploring Southern Brittany.

For further information please see our website: www.gitesinsouthernbrittany.com

PENLAN GITES FOR COUPLES

Bright, spacious, well equipped accommodation for couples to relax in the stunning Amorique National Park. Peaceful central location with a woodland and river walk from the door. (Douffine River). Secluded but close to ammenities.

The two Gîtes are part of a converted stone barn; spacious, single storey, open plan, quality accommodation for two people, with a possible additional separate bed for a third adult.

Our central location gives you a wide choice of walks from the coast of the Crozon Peninsula to the Nantes-Brest Canal or the Hills of the Monts D’Arrée region. Collection may be negotiable at the end of a days walk. We are just 3 miles from the GR37 and less than 20 miles from the coastal walks on the Crozon peninsula.

Discounts available on Brittany Ferries. For more information contact Claire or Richard Gregory 00 33 (0)2 98 81 12 49 or visit our website www.brittanygites42.com

KERNEATRET

Set in beautiful countryside on the banks of the Nantes Brest canal close to Châteauneuf-du-Faou, our traditional gite with swimming pool sleeps 4 people. It has 2 bedrooms, bathroom, lounge with satellite TV and wood burner, kitchen/dining room. Outside a patio leads to a private garden. Ideal for either a winter or summer break. All bed linen and towels included.

Within easy reach of many beaches/coastal walks and surrounded by unspoilt countryside, history and culture, Kerneatret is ideal for exploring Finistère. Locally, there are a number of circular walks around Châteauneuf and for longer walks, we are ideally placed for the Nantes Brest canal which runs past the end of the garden. Walking guides and local maps are available.

Within easy reach of ferries and airports. 10% discount on Brittany Ferries.

For further information please see www.holidaylettings.co.uk reference 574660
or call Margaret and Derek on 0033 6837 76072.

COMBOURG GÎTES
at La Touche aux Pourvoirs

This complex of beautiful old buildings offers four gîtes, situated in an oasis of calm, 3km from the exceptional little town of Combourg, with its château, fine architecture, two lakes and busy Monday market. The accommodation is comfortable and well-equipped, and each gîte has its own enclosed garden.

It makes a great base for varied walking holidays with the Ille-et-Rance canal towpath within easy distance, as well as the coast path around St-Malo and the polders of the Bay of Mont St-Michel. A large lake with 7.5km wooded walking circuit is 10 minutes away and there are plenty of country tracks near the property.

French owners who speak English are on site and pleased to help with any information to make your holiday a memorable one. For weekly rates, short-break options and details of the accommodation with floor-plans, please see our website

www.gites-combourg.com.

AIS LINN

Our Mobile Home is located at popular Camping Quinquis near Le Pouldu postcode 29360, an English owned campsite with take away food and swimming pools in a quiet beautiful setting.

Rated Excellent on Trip advisor

We can accommodate 2 adults and up to 4 children.

An ideal spot for walkers and cyclists with easy access to the South Brittany Coast Path, the valley of the river Laita and its surrounding forests, and the GR34 footpath. The Gulf  of Morbihan and the Nantes Brest Canal are also within easy reach. All areas have exceptional bird watching sites.

Discount available with Brittany Ferries.

More information and links on  www.brittanyholidayaislinn.com
or contact Judith Donnelly on 0033 (0)2 98713528

LA MAISON BRETONNE

4 bedroomed neo –Breton house situated in the lovely central Brittany village of Gouarec. The location is ideal for walkers, the GR37 footpath runs straight through the village and the GR341 passes just a few kilometres away.

The Nantes-Brest canal with its towpath also passes through Gouarec and nearby is the beautiful Lac de Guerledan and la Forêt de Quénécan; both of which have circular walks.  There are also high tracks over the fabulous Liscuis de Laniscat area with its fascinating megalithic tombs.   

The house is fully centrally heated and is very well equipped with sky TV and all modern conveniences including a games room with free play fruit machine, karaoke, pool, darts and table football.

All bed linen and towels provided free of charge.

DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE ON BRITTANY FERRIES!

See www.holidayhomeinbrittany.co.uk for more details of the house and the area.
Contact Frankie & Clive enquiries@holidayhomeinbrittany.co.uk.

Set amidst tranquil countryside between Locmine and Josselin, surrounded by fields and meadows, are our holiday cottages.  ‘The Forge’ sleeps two people upstairs with bathroom and downstairs kitchen and lounge area, garden and patio.  ‘Penderff Cottage’ sleeps up to six people in three bedrooms with upstairs toilet/wash basin, downstairs having a large lounge, kitchen and full bathroom, large surrounding garden.  These are a perfect setting for a relaxing holiday with many walking opportunities from the nearby villages of St. Jean Brevelay, Bignan and Lizio.  Plan your nearby short or long walks using www.broceliande-vacances.com; numbers 50, 52, 53, 56, 54, 57.  The wooded grounds surrounding the ruins of the Chateau at Elven make for a good walk or take beach walks along the Gulf of Morbihan i.e. at Sussincio.

For booking and further details of the Forge visit:

http://southernbrittanycottages.com/properties/property/the-forge/ (sleeps 2)

For booking etc. of the cottage, visit:

http://southernbrittanycottages.com/properties/property/penderff-cottage/ (sleeps 6)

CAMPING AU LAC DU DRENNEC

This is a lovely unspoilt camp site on the banks of the Lac du Drennec which is a magnet for fishermen, walkers, cyclists, water sport enthusiasts and families looking for that ultimate getaway. We are a two minute walk from the beach and the nautical centre.

Camping le Drennec has 50 grass pitches with electric electric hook ups. We also have 3 glamping tents that are fully equipped. We have a games room with table tennis and bar football, a place to dry wet clothes, a freezer and microwave. We can also supply high chairs and a travel cot.

We have a small shop and can provide breakfasts, evening meals, picnics and bread to order.

Our showers and toilets are clean with bags of hot water included in the price.

Proprietors Andrew and Belinda Heaney

Open May to September

Web site - www.campingledrennec.com          email – campingledrennec@gmail.com