Archaeology handicrafts and science and technology sites to visit Finistère

Trévignon with its dunes and ponds ... But also numerous and equally stunning beaches sometimes of turquoise water ... Not to mention the charming harbour guarded by a impressive rescue station. At the end of the Trevignon point is Villa Castle, a strange building whose foundations may have come from Vauban but is also and above all fully share the beauty of the landscape. The view of the bay forest and Beg-Meil is great and you can even see the Glenan islands, Green Island and Raguenes. Lie down on the small sandy beach, facing the sea, and let yourself be carried away by the waves.

In Breton, Bénodet means "the end of the Odet". It took the name of this river which is one of the most beautiful in the region, and even in France. From its source, one can admire the many castles on its banks, as well as the green forests. Many famous writers have been inspired by these changing and bewitching sceneries: Emile Zola, Madame de Sévigné or Jean de La Fontaine. The Cornouaille bridge, located between Bénodet and Sainte-Marine, offers an unobstructed view of the last few kilometres of the river.

Lampaul is the village of the island, but also the rallying point after the landing, to discuss the modalities of discovering the island (cycling, hiking) and the place to meet for lunch or a drink before the boat leaves. Here, you can find almost everything: supermarket, bars, restaurants, bakery, pharmacy, school. You can also rent bicycles to go around the island, get information from the tourist office and, if your heart is in it, visit the church (remember that its bell tower was built thanks to donations from the British crown after the sinking of Drummond Castle). Going down, you can access the port of Lampaul, where the sailing school, the diving club and the lifeboat are located. At the southwestern end, the view of Lampaul Bay is magnificent. Note: it is in Lampaul that most of the festivities of the International Island Book Fair take place at the end of August.

Mika is at the head of this establishment. It offers you to discover the Maritime maritime facade: at its side, you will be able to attend the sale of fish at the auction station, to walk over the fishing port and the shipyards, and crapahuter on the ramparts in the sound of historical anecdotes. Officially authorized by the port authorities, he can mount on the boats and allow you to be «directly with the workers of the seas». Note: Mika will introduce you to its artisan partners (brasserie, canning), which may offer you a tasting of their products!

At the foot of the Celebrated lighthouse, a small, exceptional site that gives the image of a port as it stood at the beginning of the th century… The Saint-Pierre rescue station, created in 1901 and restored, houses the only rescue canoe to sail in a state of sail from all over France! He is in wood, recovery, over 10 metres and includes copper air crates and 10 oars. As a historic monument, on 6 November 1992, Father Poydenot, a name given in honour of his donor's husband Mrs Poydenot, nevertheless holds a navigation title, allowing him to participate in local maritime festivals. It was functional until 1913.

Savéol, known for its tomatoes, opens the doors of its experimental farm which develops natural solutions to protect crops. Here you will learn all about bumblebees, small wasps and bugs, insects that are essential to the cultivation of plants and that help fight against harmful species. The visit takes place in two areas: one focused on pollination and the other on crop protection. It's fun and educational!

It is in a vast area of 625 hectares on the banks of the Saint-Vio lake that you will discover Maison de la Baie d'Audierne and all its resources. This house is actually a documentation and exhibition centre on the coastline, with the nature and art of the region in all its forms. To preserve this area, the Coastal Protection and the Association for the Promotion of the region of Bigouden came together so as to protect the ecological environment while preserving and enhancing the biological interest of this natural site. Through a naturalist hike, accessible to all, the riches of this mosaic protected areas are revealed to you. Feel free to come with binoculars ... La Maison de la Baie d'Audierne also offers permanent and temporary exhibitions as well as videos. Besides, nature walks and hikes on donkeys are organized! To go further, take advantage of the observatory to see one of the 300 species of birds on the site...