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Lush gardens surround this ancient manor, ennobled in 1429 and one of the best preserved buildings in the Pays de Morlaix. Steeped in history, the manor sits in Finistère, in the Leon countryside, on the heights of Sainte-Sève, 4km from the Morlaix center, and 15 minutes from the nearby beaches. The philosophy and atmosphere of the Manor is based on rest, well-being, and serenity while you are enveloped in nature.
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Crepes – Breton
Morlaix, 10-minute drive
Thurs and Sun – closed
Mon – Sat: 12.00 – 14:00 and 19:00 – 21:00
Sitting in an old cobbled street in historic Morlaix near the viaduct, this adorable little restaurant serves the very best crepes and galettes to be found in the area, with a great choice of ingredients. The lively chef, who also happens to be a talented painter, is always cheerful and fun to meet.
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Brasserie – Terrace
Morlaix, 10-minute drive
Sun – closed
Mon – Sat: 08:30 – 23:00
A lively, bustling place with the atmosphere of a Parisian brasserie near the city hall and the viaduct in Morlaix. This place has been serving excellent meats, fish and good wines since 1885 and is an institution in Morlaix. The atmosphere is wonderful and there’s a terrace for sun lovers.
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Fish – Sea view
Carantec, 15-minute drive
Sun – closed
Mon – Sat: 08:30 – 23:00
If you want to eat the freshest fish and shellfish while gazing at a mesmerising sea view then this is the place to come. It’s owned by the same people as the Grand Café de la Terrasse and there are some typical brasserie dishes on the menu as well as the freshly-caught, beautifully cooked seafood.
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Michelin star – Sea view
Carantec, 15-minute drive
Mon – Sun: 08:00 – 23:00
Young chef Nicolas Carro has earned himself one Michelin star and three toques in the Gault & Millau guide. The food is exceptional and there are spectacular views over the bay of Marlaix. This is the place to come for a special treat or simply because you love good food.
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Coastal – Walking – Wildlife
30-minute drive
A wonderful walk along 13km of coastline with wild dunes, fine sandy beaches and lagoon-like coves. Discover dazzling turquoise waters, the dunes of Keremma, the longest sandbar in Brittany and much wildlife, including nesting geese, ducks and herons.
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Islands – Museum – Bay
15-minute drive
A remarkable landscape dotted with islands and islets and popular with artists in the 1900s. At low tide you can potter over to Callot island and the Chateau du Taureau, built to withstand attacks from the British in the 16th century. It’s now a museum which you can visit.
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Locquirec
Beach – Harbourside – Town
30-minute drive
On a delightful peninsula surrounded by sparkling seas, this is a chic, refined resort with a miniature port where fishing boats and yachts bob in and out. It also has a pretty, sandy beach for sunbathing and swimming. You can stroll along the harbour and wander through its narrow streets lined with hydrangea and agapanthus-strewn villas.
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Chocolate factory – Workshop – Museum
10-minute drive
Sun – Tues: closed
Weds – Sat: 09.30 – 18.30
A spellbinding visit (especially if you love chocolate) to this brand new chocolate factory. The gallery is open to the public and you can discover the history of chocolate and how it is made, plus peek into the production workshop. You can also take part in making your own customised bars – highly recommended for children aged 5 and over.
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Island fortress – Historical site – Museum
15-minute drive
Mon – Sun: according to tides, check the website for more detail
Weds – Sat: 09.30 – 18.30
It’s worth visiting this museum, an offshore fortress built by Morlaix residents in the 1500s to prevent the British from looting the locals. It sits proudly in the middle of Morlaix Bay and you can get there by boat from Carantec (plage du Kelenn) or from Plougasnou (plage du Diben.
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Le fonds Helene et Edouard Leclerc
Gallery – Modern art
30-minute drive
Check website for seasonal opening times
A fascinating peek into art in all its forms, from the second half of the 20th century to the present day. There are no permanent exhibitions, all are temporary but they cover painting, drawing, photography and comic strip. Their philosophy is that art should be accessible to all.
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Pastries – Tarts – Breton
Morlaix, 10-minute drive
Mon: closed
Tues – Sat: 08:00 – 19:00
Sun: 08:00 – 12:00
This is a place regularly praised by guidebooks, particularly for their famous Kouign Amann (a gorgeous buttery, flaky and sugary pastry) made according to the Douarnenez recipe and sent to expat Bretons throughout the world to keep them sane and happy. They also make an exceptional flan pâtissier (French custard tart) so if you’re watching your waistline you should limit your visits.
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Bakery – Patisserie – Chocolates
Morlaix and Carantec, 10-minute drive
Mon – Tues: 10:00 – 13:00 and 15:00 – 17:00
Weds- Sun: 09:00 – 19:00
This has been the undisputed meeting place for discerning gourmets since 2009 and it is run by a passionate and talented pastry chef and chocolatier. To get the best experience it’s important to try everything from handmade chocolate, pastries, macarons, cakes and nougat to the lightest pastry in savoury quiches and snacks. Delicious.
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Butchers – Cheeses – Delicatessen
10-minute drive
Sun – Mon: closed
Tues- Sat: 10:00 – 13:00 and 15:00 – 19:00
A fabulous butcher and delicatessen shop offering a vast selection of excellent local meats and regional cheeses. They also offer tasty ready-made meals you can take home and heat up if you’re feeling a bit lazy about cooking.
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Ostrea Marée, Saint Martin des champs
Fishmongers – Local – Seafood
5-minute drive
Sun – Mon: closed
Tues- Sat: 09:00 – 19:00
The freshest fish and shellfish arrive here daily from the Roscoff fish auction. They’ll happily prepare seafood platters for you and cook your lobsters, crabs and langoustines to order at no additional cost. You can also order tasty fresh crayfish from them.
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Morlaix Market
Local produce – Crafts– Clothing
10-minute drive
Sat: 08:00 – 13:00
Head out to this large food market on Place Allende – probably the biggest and best open air market in the region. Local organic farmers and producers sell a myriad of breads, cheeses, vegetables, poultry, meat, herbal teas, beers and honey. On Place des Otages you’ll also find clothing and crafts. It’s a grand morning out and you can bring back your haul for a big cook-in.
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Saint Martin-des-Champs
Local – Authentic – Food and drink
5-minute drive
Sat: 08:00 – 13:30
A little replica of the Morlaix market with fewer stalls but well worth a visit, particularly if you’ve forgotten something at the Saturday market. You’ll find it on the Place de la Mairie.
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Le Boudeuse et le Crapaud Brocante
Antiques – Interiors
Morlaix, 10-minute drive
Sun – Weds: closed
Thurs – Sat: 08:00 – 13:00
An antique business with very pleasant owners which began in Morlaix in 2018 and branched out into Guerlesquin in 2022. Adeline and Jordan sell a wide range of decorative objects and collector’s items as well as period, stylish, vintage and designer furniture. You’ll also find art, mirrors and rugs.
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Antiques – Decorative arts – Ecclectic
Morlaix, 10-minute drive
Sun: closed
Mon- Sat: 10:30 – 12:30 and 14:30 – 18:30
On an iconic street in the town, rue Ange de Geurnisac, you’ll find Sylvain’s special shop. They buy and sell antiquarian books, maps and engravings, marine objects and African art. Spend a while browsing here and see what treasures you can unearth.
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Brewery – Breton – Concerts
Saint Martin-des-Champs, 10-minute drive
Sat – Tues: closed
Weds – Fri: 16:00 – 18:30
A wide range of artisan beers from this local brewery offering regular, seasonal and ephemeral brews. Brittany’s brewing tradition stretches back to the 17th century and there are now more than 223 Breton breweries turning out artisan ales.
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Espace aquatique du pays de Morlaix
Swimming pool – Slide – Jacuzzi
5-minute drive
Mon – Sun: 10:00 – 19:00
Enjoy the 25 metre pool kept at a comfortable 28 degrees. Big enough for serious laps or just for a splash about. There’s also a fun pool for children a 50 meter slide and a paddling pool, kept at a cosy 32 degrees with a jacuzzi and relaxation area.
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Aerial adventures – Forest – Treasure hunts
15-minute drive
Open daily in summer
Lots of family activities here for all age groups. Try Accrobranche – a 10-tree adventure course for all levels and a minipark for little ones from 2 years old. Or set off on an Explor game – a cross between an outdoor treasure hunt and an escape game. Discover the forest armed with touch-sensitive tablet. From age 10 (children from 7-9 must be accompanied by an adult). There are 2 to 4 players and the game lasts approximately one hour.
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Espace des Sciences de Morlaix
Museum – Science
10-minute drive
Mon – Tues: closed
Mon – Tues: 14:00 – 18:00
This is housed in the former tobacco factory and is an exciting innovation, the only one of its kind in France. Its aims are to highlight the history of manufacturing and to promote scientific culture. At the Manufacture de Morlaix you can learn about the evolution of technology in a place steeped in history and with an exceptional industrial heritage.
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Art installation – Sculptures – Picnics
Carnoet, 45-minute drive
Open daily
There is magic in this extraordinary art site, featuring almost 200 monumental sculptures over 4 meters high. Constructed from Breton granite the figures represent the saints who have left their mark on Brittany. It’s an awesome place to spend a day and you’ll find a little souvenir shop, a snack bar and picnic tables.
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Cliffs – Walking – Historic site
60-minute drive
Come for steep cliffs swept by wind and sea, incredible views, big skies, an imposing lighthouse and the ruins of an ancient abbey. Just a stone’s throw away the port of Le Conquet is the gateway to the islands of Molene and Ouessant.
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