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This Brest-native theatre company, created in 1994 consists lovers and citizens. Very committed, the company works on a repertoire contemporary, social, political, furious and "red wine pâté-", as they like to worth it. Fifteen members, creative lovers and professionals (actors, musicians, sculptors, graphic designers, lighting engineers, etc.) work collectively within the company. The texts them are often taken from contemporary great playwrights like Bertolt Brecht, Fernando Arrabal or Rainer Werner Fassbinder.

This establishment for artistic creation and production in the public space, installed on the commercial port, was created in the 1980s. For more than 20 years, the National Street Arts Centre has brought diverse art forms to the public and helped thousands of artists to emerge from anonymity. As a space for creation and for welcoming artists in residence, Le Fourneau is an active venue, notably through its performances during the Thursdays in the Port of Brest. It is also a resource, advice and training centre for artists.

This gay, lesbian and hetero-friendly bar welcomes you in a young and festive atmosphere where good humour is the order of the day. The drinks are excellent, especially the homemade cocktails. The music is current with a strong electro trend. You will be able to wiggle your hips on the dance floor to the sound of the appointed DJ. The place is taken by storm every weekend by the regulars of the place and the staff has no lack of imagination to liven up the theme evenings concocted throughout the year. Don't miss the karaoke every Thursday and Sunday at 6pm. Wednesdays are cheap. Fridays swing on the dancefloor and Saturdays welcome the DJs!

This paintball center welcomes you every day in a room of 3,000 m ². If you prefer to play outside as time permits, the center also has an immense space extending over 20,000 m ². What to hide in front of the opponent! The center, which is very sensitive on hygiene, cleans and disinfects all masks and combinations after each use. Environmentally friendly, logs are 100% biodegradable with food-based paint. Futed: students benefit from additional logs! Please note: The hotel also hosts anniversaries, boys' lives and team cohesion days. Fun Gun Paintball is also the only store on Brest to sell Air Soft equipment (for uninitiated, these are replicas of real weapons, adapted logs). For more information, please contact Manu!

Right in the heart of Saint-Martin, this sign with its colourful front seems to be almost exclusively dedicated to comic books. Although posters of Hergé or Bilal decorate the interior, this bar immediately stood out as one of the strongholds of Brest's rock'n'roll scene. You can enjoy a pint and a good sound. Comix also hosts rock concerts. To do this, keep your eyes and ears open, because concerts are intimate. Don't expect a big show! Here we rock like we used to, we take out the guitars and let's get the right sound! Notice to vinyl addicts, the place is unique.

Since 1986, the Cinémathèque de Bretagne has undertaken a public service mission: the conservation and diffusion of Breton audiovisual heritage. More than 25 000 films, videos and sound tapes filed by more than 1 500 applicants are retained. 300 m ² is entirely dedicated to the archives which, after restoration, find an ideal environment at the temperature and humidity controlled. The cinémathèque offers services such as on-site research, archives consultation, free access to paper documentation or research assistance. Thus, future generations will have the opportunity to discover this audiovisual wealth, a true memory of Breton heritage. Note that the cinémathèque also offers meetings around unknown movies or cult, at Mac-Orlan, sometimes in the presence of directors. Please do not hesitate to consult the website for this rich programming.

The cinema Les Studios is located in the city centre (tram stop). This art and essay cinema broadcasts all foreign films in VO, offers screenings and organizes various film festivals. For the greatest happiness, he has six screens. " All digital ", it is one of the most active places of culture in local and associative life. Sébastien Le Goffe and Bertille Martins join several associations a year to promote a foreign language and organise, for example, the Spanish and Latin American Film Festival in Brest. Europa Cinemas Certified since 2004, the film Les Studios has been awarded directors time and time and time and time again. Finally, it regularly welcomes the young public: It's in front of her projectors that school students, from kindergarten to high school, come to see movies adapted to their program, with their teachers. The reception is always warm and reasonable. In short, a place of culture as we would like to see more.

Among the many bars in lower Siam, Pipeline stands out for its originality. The first thing that strikes you when you arrive is the incredible decor, in particular the superb street art frescoes adorning the walls. Then all you have to do is choose: three floors, three atmospheres. We particularly enjoyed the first floor, with its Breton shuffleboard! With the bar team's good advice, you'll also be spoilt for choice among the thirty or so draught beers on offer. Special mention must also be made of the chip clamp machine! A great evening is in store at this bar, which also serves street food.

Lucky Alarçon has the verbosity and warm hospitality of its Mediterranean origins, not to mention an impeccable touch of cocktails. Moreover, the Mojito is one of its great speciality! Run Cuban (not confused with Antillean rum) green lemon, fresh mint, sugar, to the choice, grows from Schweppes or Perrier. When Lucky speaks to it, he becomes lyrical, when you enjoy it, we remain speechless! At lunchtime, lunch on the thumb, the dish of the day or a beautiful salad and the evening the breakfast plate is perfect with a glass of wine. A accesit for fresh mint tea, for the smile of Sylvie Alarcon, Brestoise pure zef and for the great paintings of the son, Francky, comic BD, with the assertive and recognized talent, who dress the walls.

More than a bookshop, it is a meeting place. Created by a Belgian couple who fell in love with the Bigouden country, this café has added to the already rich commercial offer of the city. You will find all kinds of films, but with a strong preference for works related to cinema. In partnership with the cinema of Kérity, exchanges are proposed all year long. Thus you can attend a concert, meet an author or debate around a theme. The menu offers coffee and tea, organic wines, local and Belgian beers and snacks.

Before taking over this café-tobacco shop, Stéphane had done many other jobs. When he moved to Quimper, he wanted to bring the last of the Moulin Vert cafés back to life. From the first hour, many people come to have a coffee. It is a whole life of district preserved. But this Bistrot is also a large games room, with darts, billiards and table soccer. It is a good place to rest after a walk along the Steir, or to have a snack with the family. The owner also proposes the retransmission of the matches, on a giant screen.

Take a step up at Messidor. On the edge of downtown Quimper, this organic bakery has been around for many years. In 2021, its owner opened a rooftop above his back store. The place is discreet, vast and calm. What a pleasure to sit there on a sunny day! The place offers simple but original food: vegetarian salads, angus or vegetarian burger. Everything is organic and accompanied by refreshing drinks.

Opening in 2022, Fono Drinks & Records is an address that should please fans of electronic music, but not only! An original hybrid concept, Fono is at once a bar where you can enjoy a drink with friends, an independent record shop where you can discover a cutting-edge selection of vinyl records, and a workshop where you can learn to mix in small groups according to your level. Whether you're a neophyte or an expert, you'll appreciate Fono for its warm atmosphere and its events, DJ sets and concerts highlighting the local scene and new talent, to be enjoyed while sipping one of their delicious cocktails! Find out all about their program on their social networks.

Au coin d'la rue is one of those unclassifiable places: part tea room, part organic-fair-trade grocery store, part bookshop, part space for mediation and social innovation... Here you'll simply find a place that brings people together. Managed by the Vivre la rue association, whose aim is to preserve and animate the rue Saint-Malo, Au coin d'la rue is part of the soul of the Recouvrance district. Cultural and artistic events abound here, and the best way to discover this collective energy is to start with a cup of coffee! No alcohol on the menu, the tearoom offers exclusively organic products, with teas and coffees from all over the world to discover!

In front of the train station you can find the Mystic café, a stylish and modern setting. Many cocktails on the map are creations, in the image of the Mystic Cocktail based on… oh no, you will not spoil your surprise! At lunchtime, it is possible to eat on the thumb: oak and sandwiches are out. Nice: musical evenings are organised throughout the summer and all styles are represented!

Organitou Spectacles is a company based in Brest, Brittany, offering magic shows and entertainment for children and adults. Their services include magic shows, clowns, Santa Claus, mascots, children's face painters and balloon sculptors. They also offer wedding entertainment and candy, cotton candy and popcorn stands. The shows are described as very funny and entertaining, suitable for both children and adults.

A recently renovated cinema (from 1960 to 2005), the Mac-Orlan, located in the historic district of Recouvrance, has a concert room for up to 469 people. Managed by the City of Brest, this place opens up to all artistic disciplines, with a dominant focus: dance. The site offers cultural actors in Brest and elsewhere to disseminate their art: theatre, music, cinema and graphic works (with an exhibition room). A partner of several important events in the brestoise life, the Mac Orlan supports, for example, the meetings of the Cinémathèque of Brittany, festivals Oops, DansFabrik, etc. The Mac-Orlan is also involved in the dissemination of the artistic and cultural projects of the inhabitants: it is under excellent conditions that, at every end of the school year, performances of various classes in the city will be found.

La Coloc' is an institution on Brest harbor. Here, you'll feel right at home in a space designed just like that, from the living room to the bathroom and the library! Carpets on the floor, flowery walls and antique objects all add to the charm of this convivial address, where you can enjoy an afternoon drink or an evening aperitif with friends. In keeping with the spirit of the place, everything has been designed to be shared, from cocktails served in pitchers to the famous Coloc' tartines, equally generous in both hot and cold versions. Sundays are brunch, with an ultra-complete formula at €23, for a gourmet moment with a sea view!

An oyster bar in the heart of the commercial port, with a magnificent view of the Abeille Bourbon, Brest's emblematic tugboat. Here you can enjoy local oysters (from Plougastel), but not only. The oyster bar is above all a lounge bar, undoubtedly one of the trendiest in Brest. With its brick walls, grand piano and wine display case, the decor is well thought-out and you'll be in the best possible position to enjoy your drink, comfortably seated in a leather armchair facing the port. The wine list features carefully selected wines and delicious cocktails, the house specialties.

Located in the countryside between Châteaulin and Quimper, Le Moulin du Lay is the ideal place to get supplies when you are passing through. Since a few months already, this café-bar has opened a grocery store which gives proud services to the population of the surroundings. But what makes it famous above all is its fresh, good and cheap vegetables section. He gets his supplies from Finisterestes29, a cooperative that packages vegetables that are refused by the large-scale distribution because they are poorly sized.

Are you looking for a nice, friendly place to toast at the counter, do blind tests or Irish music sessions? The pub La Mars is the place for you! Here all generations meet to drink a moss, talk for hours on end and sing occasionally. Every lunchtime, you can enjoy a dish of the day, on the terrace or on large tables inside. This mythical pub, still in its juice, with exposed stones, bar and solid wood tables. A must in Pont-l'Abbé!

Nestled in the heart of the presqu'île, this tea room is a real hidden treasure for gourmet lovers. Aleth and her team invite you to explore a variety of homemade drinks and pastries (some of which are vegan) in its warm atmosphere. The décor is a successful blend of styles, making you feel instantly at home. The large windows let in soft natural light, perfect for a quiet read or a snack with friends. At lunchtime, you can dine on healthy, gourmet savoury dishes.

This establishment offers three modular rooms, on a surface of 700 m². The Laser Game is a laser shooting game where participants compete to score as many points as possible in dark labyrinths. The sounds and lights are of the most beautiful effectto accompany you in your adventure. The establishment offers to accommodate groups (up to 30 people). Everyone is welcome, whether they are children celebrating a birthday or a company wishing to promote the bond between its employees! A partnership with a caterer is possible for a quality catering. Smart tip: Remember to wear sneakers and dark clothes.

The principle? You have one hour to solve a riddle with your team. This establishment offers two of them, The Tomb of Amosis and Orion (space station). Two atmospheres where padlocks and various mechanisms are mixed. The team, which includes three enthusiasts, accompanies you before starting and takes the time to debrief at the end of the game. There are no special effects here, we play in real time, sometimes in the dark, according to a precise scenario! The ideal is to play with four people, but it is possible to play in duet for the most experienced.

The Orge et Houblon franchise comes to Brest! Both a cellar and a beer bar, Orge et Houblon has taken up residence in a 200 m² space to offer its vast selection of beers. At the counter, you'll find 12 different draughts, with a choice of local and Belgian beers, as well as Orge et Houblon exclusives. In the cellar, you can choose from a wide range of Belgian, German and French beers. To accompany an aperitif or to satisfy a small hunger, the focus is on local products, with charcuterie boards, sausages and spreads. The bar regularly organizes concerts and broadcasts of sporting events, announced on its social networks.

Situated away from the main shopping streets, this coffee shop is easy to spot thanks to its pretty blue and flowery facade. Inside, you'll discover a warm, cosy atmosphere. Morgane welcomes you with a smile and kindness, to make you spend a moment out of time, in front of a fragrant tea and a homemade sweet. You'll find it hard to choose between the cakes and pastries of the day, all deliciously homemade. The address also offers a lunchtime catering service, as well as numerous workshops to discover throughout the year.

This is a brand-new bar, and yet it still feels like an institution. In fact, the HQ lives up to its name: it's a place where regulars get together, enjoy each other's company and chat over a beer, a game night or a match! The atmosphere comes first here, even if the products are also of high quality (ask the barman, he'll advise you exactly what you need to drink). In the evenings, there's also a snack bar to accompany a glass of wine or an excellent cocktail (rum, gin, whisky or vodka, take your pick!). Finally, Le QG is also the ideal place for private parties or corporate meetings.

La Gua is the trendy new tapas bar at the foot of Siam. You can meet on the terrace to enjoy the last rays of sunshine, or indoors, in a large Spanish-style room. The tapas menu is copious and reasonably priced (don't miss their homemade tortilla de patata ). As for beverages, the bravest will try the "porrón", a one-liter wine pitcher from Catalonia, drunk straight from the pitcher. A technique you'll need to master if you don't want to go home covered in sweet wine! A very popular address, whose terrace is taken by storm every time the sun shines, so don't forget to arrive early!

The Landivisiau racecourse in Plougourvest is a must for horse racing fans. With its magnificent grass tracks, it offers a show that lives up to expectations. The racing season begins in spring and continues throughout the year. On site, visitors can enjoy a panoramic restaurant and admire the horses in the show ring. The Landivisiau racecourse is also accessible, with facilities for professionals, punters and the general public.

Completely restored in 1996, it boasts functional structures for professionals, with a 1450-meter track featuring banked turns. Spectators can enjoy pleasant surroundings and a panoramic view of the track from the new catering area opening in 2019. The racecourse offers gallop races on a grass track, with a 450-meter straight and a 20-meter track width. Catering services are also available on site.

Fan of the 60's, 70's, 80's? The Javanaise is the place to be! Then head for the Port de Commerce! This night bar is the perfect place to extend your evening after a meal out with friends or lovers. It's finally a bar in Brest for the over-30s, and the atmosphere is relaxed without being bothered by the heaviness of over-drunken revelers. The long bar opens onto the dance floor. Although a little small, the atmosphere is guaranteed! The DJ, more into French music, is always ready to listen to customers. So from Cloclo to Céline Dion, via Lavoine and Joe Dassin, you're sure to be singing and dancing along! Good to know: La Javanaise can be privatized.

Fancy a good cocktail after a hard day's work? Go to La Source! At this cocktail bar in the lower Siam district, you'll have a wide choice, from classic cocktails to original creations and local beers. The venue has three rooms, each with its own atmosphere. Whichever you choose, the atmosphere is one of relaxation in a very pleasant, well-decorated setting. A good drink, a nice place and a particularly friendly team: that's what we call the perfect cocktail for a great evening with friends! You can also accompany your drink with a tasty charcuterie and cheese board or delicious spreads.

We love the Annexe de la Base for its ideal location on the Quai Eric Tabarly marina, offering a particularly pleasant setting at any time of day. Its terrace is even more appreciated when the sun comes out! The restaurant welcomes you every lunchtime from Monday to Friday, with a different menu every week, guaranteeing fresh, seasonal produce. The bar is open in the afternoon for gourmet coffees and homemade cakes, while in the evening, aperitif platters take over, accompanied by a drink. Good to know for groups: the place can be privatized!

This coffee shop, inspired by British traditions, offers a cosy, friendly atmosphere where all generations meet. Drawing on her experience in Ireland, Annabelle decided to import this state of mind. Here, everything is 100% homemade. Products are local, eco-responsible and in season. As you walk past this beautiful shop window, you're drawn in by all the tempting smells wafting out of it. More than a coffee shop, Folks is a place to meet and share. That's why Annabelle chose this original, yet meaningful name.

Brest's first bubble tea bar, Nara takes its name from this Japanese town known for being home to over a thousand deer, which live there in total freedom. The animal has been chosen as the emblem of this new address, decorated in soft pink hues and cherry blossoms. Visitors come here to enjoy the famous tea-based beverage, available in several flavors, including the classic brown sugar latte with tapioca pearls. As a bonus, you can try the fluffy pancake, a Japanese pastry as soft as a cloud!

The Project bar has only been open a few months, and its menu is constantly expanding. Beth and Pablo are at the helm of this cocktail bar. Their imagination knows no bounds: Amaretto sour, Clover club, Pendennis... They've managed to breathe new life into this strategically located venue on the quayside, just a few meters from the concert halls. Let yourself be tempted after a film or concert. The setting is welcoming, depending on the guests' priorities. At the back, a vast sheltered terrace gives the establishment a unique charm and atmosphere.

In the heart of the Recouvrance district, Le Grabuge is a story of friends. First, Maxime and Steven: friends in high school and now in their thirties, they set up this beer bar together in the walls of the former bistrot National, a neighborhood institution. Today, Le Grabuge has become a meeting place for friends, and it's impossible to spend an evening in Recou' without having a mug (or several, in moderation of course) from the excellent selection of craft beers. And don't worry, the name is more a nod to the neighborhood's reputation than a reality! You'll find a very cool atmosphere and a program of concerts, stand-up, improv and game broadcasts.

In addition to its usual services, the tourist office offers a ticket service. Here, you will find tickets for a concert or a match at Brest Stade, but you can also buy your tickets to go to Océanopolis or to take the boat trip to the islands of the Iroise Sea (Molène or Ouessant). Tickets for cultural shows at Quartz or concerts at Vauban and La Carène can be bought from the hostesses. The local events and festivals such as Bout du Monde, Atlantique Jazz or Vieilles Charrues should not be missed! So, don't hesitate to book and take your tickets in advance to be on time and benefit from privileged rates. If you want to take a trip to Ouessant, remember also to book your bikes!

Creac'h Gwenn is a business park with a university, sports facilities, swimming pool, shops and promenades. It's also a good place to enjoy the Odet estuary at sunset. The guinguette has only been in existence for a few years, but the people of Quimper have gladly adopted it. The simple but comfortable facilities are perfect for relaxing with a drink at the end of the day. The atmosphere is convivial and the musical styles varied.

Gay, lesbian and friendly bar, but rather popular with the guys who love the guys. The bar offers a large counter in the room, allowing you to easily converse with its neighbours or neighbours. The site is divided into three spaces. The first two rooms are those of the bar, but you'll get more on the bottom and you will find a darker space with video projection. Ideal to meet guys and isolate themselves immediately, see a little what they have in the slip!

Gay and lesbian bar with meticulous decoration: warm colours and velvet armchairs create a warm atmosphere. On the weekend, DJ's set fire to the dancefloor, attracting a lot of cute cute guys. You will enjoy cocktails, including the Incontournable.

The Happy Café is an indispensable place for the gay nights. Every evening, from 18 a. m. to 20 p. m., the guys get off the desk for the happy hours. On the weekend, the DJ's are the success of this night bar where boys and girls enjoy dancing until late in the evening. There are many themed evenings that make the Happy one.

One of the most beautiful terraces in town for this bar, taken over in 2022 by a friendly trio of friends. A warm welcome, Breton beers, fine wines, plates to share, live music... all down the rue de Siam! From the terrace, you'll enjoy a unique view of the château and, above all, superb sunsets. No, it doesn't always rain in Brest! The charm of this bar also lies in its various nooks and crannies: in the small lounge, on the mezzanine or around the bar, there's a place for everyone!

A few steps from the rue de Siam, located in rue de Lyon near the square of the Auvergne Tower, this well-used cafe offers a wide choice of teas and coffees for lovers of the genus. You can sit down at the counter, in the room, in the veranda or on the terrace to enjoy your drink. Not forgetting that it is possible to enjoy a small catering on the thumb for lunch! On Sundays you will appreciate its proximity to the Saint-Louis market.

From the end of the afternoon, the terrace of Les Planches fills up. This bar has become one of the most popular places in the city. Here you can drink a beer with colleagues, share an aperitif board with friends before sunset, or sip a small cocktail, prepared live at the bar. When the temperatures cool down, there's a wide choice of standing dinners, soft club sofas and retro tables to choose from. Enjoy the decor, soft lighting and music. Concerts, DJ sets and other events are regularly organised.

The idea: more than 40 beerspouts offer a choice of craft beers. Some of them are brewed directly on the premises. If you're not going for the first time, the first thing to do is to get a card, which you credit. Then you can choose your beer (or cider, or wine) and serve yourself from the taps. The advantage: you can taste everything and discover new flavors, as well as choosing the quantity of beverage you want. Catering available. A great atmosphere is guaranteed, and live music is regularly organized.

Here is a well-stocked bar and restaurant on the beautiful harbour of Lesconil. The location is ideal to be in the heart of the event, as you can admire especially on the terrace, the aisles and arrivals of tourists as well as the arrival or departure of boats. All the more so as the terrace benefits from the last sun rays of the day. On the menu, simple dishes, including pancakes and pancakes. Enjoy a pleasant stroll on the harbour and its surroundings.

This is an unusual games store. Here, enthusiasts and novices rub shoulders. This little world mingles around games that you can try out before you buy, on Tuesdays and Fridays. No more questions about the rules that take you an hour to decipher, frowning, before you take the plunge! The experts explain, give you their opinion and play with you. Even Olivier, the boss, gets involved! He's an enthusiast and a great teacher. What's more, on certain evenings you can rub shoulders with regional, national or international champions of certain games, all in a relaxed atmosphere. There's also a snack bar on site.

Do you want to spend a special moment with your friends or family? Croc Jeux Vivants is waiting for you!
You will have access to a costume shop, a puzzle cabinet (without reservation), bomb defusing, escape games and board games, with an animator to accompany you and explain the rules!
Depending on the age of the participant(s), the desires of each one, the time you wish to devote to it, all your requests are studied and composed with you! The price is proposed according to your project. From the closet that leads to the world of Narnia, to police investigations, via the boudoir room, immerse yourself for a moment in a world apart.