Brittany (Footprint Travel Guides) (FootprintFrance)

Brittany (Footprint Travel Guides) (FootprintFrance)

by WendyMewes (Author)

Synopsis

Infinite variety is the key to Brittany's timeless appeal: from 2000 km of unparalleled coastline to the rich landscapes of the interior, from period architectural gems to the unspoilt simplicity of pretty rural villages. The unique bonus of Brittany is a vibrant celtic heritage, revealed in its language, music, dance, colourful local festivals, religious traditions and mystical sites. Stroll through the enchanted forest of Broceliande, study the avenues of standing stones at Carnac, people-watch in the lively streets of Quimper, admire the bizarre rock formations of the Pink Granite coast or take a boat to the tiny Ile de Sein at the end of the world. All this and more is covered in Footprint's fantastic guide. What the locals say: Suggestions from local people on where to go and what to do A year in the region: Month-by-month guide to pros and cons of visiting at certain times of the year Great days out: A series of great driving routes and city walks Favourite things: The author's personal recommendations of a place or an activity Pick of the picnic spots: Where to picnic and the best places to buy your goodies

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 288
Edition: 1
Publisher: Footprint Handbooks
Published: 28 May 2010

ISBN 10: 1906098905
ISBN 13: 9781906098902

Author Bio
Wendy Mewes lives in the wilds of Finistere. A love of history and landscape drives the themes of her published work, which includes Discovering the History of Brittany, Walking the Brittany Coast: Morlaix to Benodet, Crossing Brittany (a travelogue based on walking the Nantes-Brest canal) and The Five of Cups, a novel set in the Monts d'Arree. She runs the Brittany Walks website and works extensively promoting the understanding of Breton history and landscape to anglophones through talks, courses and guided events. She has been filmed for regional TV in France, and has broadcast a historical series for local radio.