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Man-made Structures - Other to Explore in Brittany
Alignements de CarnacThe megalithic site of Carnac, the most famous in the region, remains a high place of European prehistory. It has been classified as a historic monument since 1889. Built between the 5th and the 3rd millennium BC, the two main sites Ménec and Kermario alone group together nearly 3000 menhirs. These alignments extend over nearly 4 kilometers.
Île ViergeA beautiful islet which was located in the commune of Plouguerneau. It is home to the tallest traditional stone lighthouse in Europe. This lighthouse offers a panoramic view of this area and also the vast sea. There is a beautiful coastal path to reach this islet. There is also an Abbey in the island also you can spend a nice time on the beach here.
Nantes-Brest canalThe Nantes–Brest canal is a French canal which links the two seaports of Nantes and Brest through inland Brittany. It was built in the early 19th century, and its total length as built was 385 km with 238 locks. This was the most ambitious canal project ever completed in France. One of the main sources of water in this area and also a tourist attraction too. The canal has been revived and ownership has been transferred from the State to Brittany Region, except for the short length in Pays de la
Pen Hir PointOne of the tallest cliffs on the Brittany coast which is as tall as 70 metres high. There is also a Monument to the Bretons of Free France buit there. It was created in 1949-1951 by architect Jean-Baptiste Mathon and sculptor Victor-François Bazin.
Place des LicesA 19th-century beautiful public square which was located in the city of Saint-Tropez, France. This place was lined with rows of hundred-year-old plane trees on the square's white sandy ground. One of the nice place to spend some leisure time and also there is a fountain located in the heart of this square. This place hosts a Provençal market every Tuesday and Saturday. Also, you can see so many artworks here.
Pointe Saint-MathieuA beautiful coast which was famous for its lighthouse and a beautiful abbey. This is a place which is very nice to see with its cliffs and the coast is very calm and also you can explore the beauty of the sea and the historic lighthouse stands as a majestic building which increases the beauty of this area. Nice place for a walk and you can get away from the busy daily lives.
Saint-GoustanA beautiful river port that was nestled at the bottom of an estuary. In the 13th century, the Dukes of Brittany built a bridge, a port, and a castle in Saint-Goustan. Two districts were thus created: the port, at the foot of the fortress, and the upper town overlooking the port. It was one of the main business centers in this area.
Tombe de MerlinThe tomb of Merlin was located in the Paimpont forest of Brittany. Like all characters from mythology, Merlin has an extraordinary conception: he is the son of the devil and of a pure young girl. The three slabs of red schist from the Tombeau de Merlin have been planted for several thousand years in the land of Brocéliande, to the north-east of the forest. Thousands of visitors come there every year.
Tristan IslandA beautiful island which is historically and also naturally famous around Brittany. The visitors are allowed at a certain time and this place is closely associated with Breton legends and the lost island of Ys. the island has become part of the national Parc Naturel Marin d'Iroise in the year of 2007. One of the beautiful places where you can see the historical trails of the olden ages and also the uninhabited natural beauty.