{"id":2438,"date":"2025-10-17T12:11:26","date_gmt":"2025-10-17T10:11:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.naeco.bzh\/?p=2438"},"modified":"2026-04-17T08:06:47","modified_gmt":"2026-04-17T06:06:47","slug":"10-unusual-places-to-discover-in-finistere","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.naeco.bzh\/en\/10-unusual-places-to-discover-in-finistere\/","title":{"rendered":"10 unusual places to discover in Finist\u00e8re"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Between coastal landscapes, picturesque towns and a rich history, there are many unusual places to discover in Finist\u00e8re.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>10 unusual places to discover in Finist\u00e8re<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>Between coastal landscapes, picturesque towns and a rich history, there are many unusual places to discover in Finist\u00e8re.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Our selection of 10 unusual places in Finist\u00e8re<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Go outside the popular tourist sites and discover our list of&nbsp;<strong>10 unusual places in South Finist\u00e8re&nbsp;<\/strong>worth a visit:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Le Menez-Hom&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Located near the town of Plomodiern, Menez-Hom is a 330-metre-high hill that offers a breathtaking view of the surrounding countryside.&nbsp;<strong>breathtaking views of the region<\/strong>&nbsp;surrounding area. Hikers can climb to the summit to enjoy a unique panorama of the&nbsp;<strong>Brittany mountains<\/strong>the&nbsp;<strong>islands in the bay of Douarnenez<\/strong>&nbsp;and the Atlantic coast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. \u00cele aux Moutons<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Small uninhabited island of\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.naeco.bzh\/en\/the-glenan-archipelago\/\">the Gl\u00e9nan archipelago<\/a>\u00a0south of Fouesnant, Ile aux Moutons is a place where visitors can spend the day exploring hiking trails, secluded beaches and strange rock formations. You can hire a boat to reach the island, or opt for an organized tour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Le Moulin de K\u00e9riolet<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This restored windmill, located near the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.naeco.bzh\/en\/the-walled-city-of-concarneau\/\">city of Concarneau<\/a>is a magnificent example of<strong>traditional Breton architecture<\/strong>. Visitors can tour the mill and learn how it was used to grind grain, as well as discover the tools and techniques used by millers of yesteryear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Pointe du Raz&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Considered one of<strong>\u00a0Brittany's most spectacular natural sites<\/strong>La Pointe du Raz is a steep cliff rising more than 70 metres above the Atlantic Ocean, offering a panoramic view of the Atlantic coastline.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.naeco.bzh\/en\/la-pointe-du-raz-and-lile-de-sein\/\">Ile de Sein<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0<strong>Pointe de Penmarc'h<\/strong>. The waves breaking against the rocks create an impressive spectacle. Discover its exceptional flora and fauna. You can\u00a0<strong>seabird watching<\/strong>\u00a0such as fulmars, cormorants and shearwaters, as well as rare plants like tree heather and juniper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Le Manoir Saint-Pol Roux&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Located on the heights of the&nbsp;<strong>Pen Hat cliff<\/strong>&nbsp;stand the ruins of the ancient<strong>&nbsp;Pierre Paul Roux's manor house,<\/strong>&nbsp;great poet of the 20<sup>\u00e8me&nbsp;<\/sup>century. The site was occupied by the Germans during the Second World War, and bombed by Allied aircraft, Saint-Pol-Roux's writings were burned or scattered. The ruins of the manor house are now a&nbsp;<strong>historic site in Finist\u00e8re&nbsp;<\/strong>interesting to discover.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>6. The Devil's Rocks&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>A mythical place in the Quimperl\u00e9 region<\/strong>discover this&nbsp;<strong>a natural site with a grandiose landscape<\/strong>&nbsp;Les Roches du Diable. Crossed by the wild Ell\u00e9 river, this quiet spot in the middle of the forest is a restful place of untamed nature. Here you can enjoy a wide range of sporting activities, including climbing, hiking, kayaking and fishing, as well as discovering this unique natural setting.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.quimperle-terreoceane.com\/decouvrez\/histoire\/roches-du-diable\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">a place of legends<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>7.&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>Land\u00e9vennec ship cemetery&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In the commune of Land\u00e9vennec, discover this gloomy yet intriguing place where old French Navy ships float. These old hulls dating back to the Second World War are checked weekly by military personnel to ensure that they float properly and don't take on water. A&nbsp;<strong>a mythical place full of stories to discover<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>8. Beg Meil&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Beg Meil is a small village in the commune of Fouesnant.&nbsp;<strong>a paradise of fine sand and turquoise waters in Brittany<\/strong>. Enjoy a moment of relaxation in one of the coves of this&nbsp;<strong>magical place in Brittany<\/strong>&nbsp;or take a stroll along the GR34 between the pointe de Beg-Meil and Cap Coz and observe the&nbsp;<strong>postcard landscapes in South Finist\u00e8re<\/strong>&nbsp;available to you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>9. The Monts d'Arr\u00e9e Ecomuseum&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Located in the village of Commana, the<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ecomusee-monts-arree.fr\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Monts d'Arr\u00e9e ecomuseum<\/a>&nbsp;is dedicated to preserving and promoting&nbsp;<strong>cultural and natural heritage of the Monts d'Arr\u00e9e<\/strong>a mountainous and unspoilt region located in the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.pnr-armorique.fr\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Armorique Regional Nature Park<\/a>. The museum comprises several buildings, each designed to present different aspects of daily life in the region. Visitors can discover the region's traditional trades, such as weaving, pottery, blacksmithing and farming. A real journey back in time!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>10. Morgat beach&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Located on the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.naeco.bzh\/en\/presquile-de-crozon\/\">Crozon peninsula<\/a>Morgat beach is one of the world's most popular\u00a0<strong>Finist\u00e8re's beautiful beaches<\/strong>. With its fine sand, calm waters, children's beach club, games and PRM access (tiralo and disabled access on the beach), it's ideal for families.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is also equipped with a year-round water sports center and numerous\u00a0<strong>water activities<\/strong>\u00a0such as kayak and boat rentals\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.naeco.bzh\/en\/stand-up-paddle-canoe-and-kayak-in-brittany\/\">stand up paddle<\/a>on a stretch of water protected from currents and strong winds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>South Finist\u00e8re, a region to visit in France<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Visit&nbsp;<strong>South Finist\u00e8re is full of unusual places<\/strong>&nbsp;worth exploring. Whether you're passionate about history, art, nature or simply looking for a different kind of adventure, you're sure to find something to fascinate you in this unique region. Take the time to explore these hidden wonders, and you'll be rewarded with memories and an unforgettable experience.&nbsp;<strong>unforgettable experience in Brittany<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Your accommodation in South Finist\u00e8re<\/strong><strong>eco-responsible hostels in Brittany<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Discover one of these&nbsp;<strong>original locations in Brittany<\/strong>&nbsp;during a stay in one of our establishments&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.naeco.bzh\/fr\/hotel-camping-audierne.html\">Na\u00e9co Audierne<\/a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.naeco.bzh\/fr\/hotel-le-pouldu.html\">Na\u00e9co Le Pouldu<\/a>. Enjoy the peace and quiet of our&nbsp;<strong>places to live in South Finist\u00e8re<\/strong>just a stone's throw from the ocean and the GR34.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>See you soon<\/em><em>!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Between coastal landscapes, picturesque towns and a rich history, there are many unusual places to discover in Finist\u00e8re.<\/p>","protected":false},"author":9,"featured_media":2445,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[9],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2438","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-blog"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.naeco.bzh\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2438","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.naeco.bzh\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.naeco.bzh\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.naeco.bzh\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/9"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.naeco.bzh\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2438"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/www.naeco.bzh\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2438\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":5206,"href":"https:\/\/www.naeco.bzh\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2438\/revisions\/5206"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.naeco.bzh\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2445"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.naeco.bzh\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2438"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.naeco.bzh\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2438"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.naeco.bzh\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2438"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}