Local Attractions
Looking for something to do during your stay? Webb's Brittany Bed and Breakfast is near to many great attractions, activities, and areas of interest. For such a tranquil and rural part of France you will be amazed at what is available locally! Here are some ideas to whet your appetite:
Château de Trévarez
19th Century Chateau with the most beautiful grounds.
Valley of the Saints
Internationally famous historic site. Come and see the hundreds of Saints carved out of massive blocks of granite with a breathtaking view across Brittany. Read more here.
Tour de Bretagne
The famous cycle race often comes close to Webb’s. See their website for more details:
Vielles Charrues
The Vielles Charrues is now one of the biggest rock festivals in Europe and it happens right here on our doorstep! Bruce Springsteen headed the event recently. Lenny Kravitz and The Killers also played. For more details see the website.
Glomel Clarinet Festival
Every other year Glomel hosts the International Clarinet Festival. For more details, see their website:
Tourism Office Website - International Clarinet Festival
Horse Riding
A Pony Club / Riding School is only 5 minutes from the house.
Tennis
There are tennis courts nearby for the use of the more energetic among you!
Golf
There are several golf courses within less than an hour's drive. The nearest is 30 minutes between Carhaix and Huelgoat.
The Nantes-Brest Canal
The Nantes-Brest Canal is very close and it's highest point runs through the village of Glomel. Indeed the lake at Glomel was built to service the canal where it splits into two. The Tow paths are ideal for walks and cycle rides. There are many other cycle and walking trails, ranging from the gentle to the very challenging, criss-crossing the region. This meandering chain of waterways runs from Finistère to the Loire, interweaving rivers with stretches of canal built at Napoléon's instigation to bypass the belligerent English fleets off the coast. Finally completed in 1836, it came into its own at the end of the century as a coal, slate and fertilizer route. The building of the dam at Lac Guerlédan in the 1920s chopped the canal in two, leaving a whole section unnavigable by barge. Road transport had already superseded water haulage; now tourism is breathing life back into the canal.
Lac de Corong
Just a short walk away from the house, the lake offers fishing, swimming and boating for non-motorised craft. There is a man-made beach and tennis court. Several woodland walks can be taken around the shore line. It is a very peaceful and relaxing setting and ideal for picnics. Canoes are available for hire, including all the gear you need. Fishing is also permitted. There is a man made beach on the side of the lake, ideal for sunbathing or just relaxing in the tranquillity of the beautiful, peaceful surrounds of the lake.
Lac de Guerlédan
Located in the heart of Brittany, the Country of Guerlédan and Corong synthesizes all that makes the charm and the mystery of this land of legends. It owes its name to the two water levels from which it extends: the Lake Guerlédan (400 ha) and the Lake of Corong (76 ha) connected by the canal from Nantes to Brest. Forests, woods, gorges, valleys, and moors harmonize its landscape. On these remarkable sites, you will be able to devote yourselves to an array of activities, some restful, some more energetic.
Huelgoat
Huelgoat is the definitive scenic Breton village. One of its main features is the spectacular gorges that lead away from the lake. A boulder-strewn river flows through ancient oak woodlands. The area also has Menhirs, a Trembling stone, and "Le Champignon" (one of the many bizarre natural rock formations).
Rostrenen
Only 10 minutes drive from your Brittany Bed and Breakfast, Rostrenen is a very pleasant market town which offers a larger selection of shops, bars, restaurants and supermarkets as well as a Tourist centre. Tuesday is market day in Rostrenen.
Carhaix
Carhaix is a larger town approximately 15 minutes drive away. Here you can find the Hospital, Railway Station, Cinema, Vets, more shopping, restaurants, and supermarkets. Market Day in Carhaix is on Saturday. It has an indoor Swimming pool with water chutes and indoor/outdoor Tennis courts. There is also a very modern indoor go-cart traack and 10 pin bowling alley. Carhaix also has an excellent tourist office which also houses a small local museum.
Rennes
The ancient capital of Brittany is about 2 hours drive. With a history going back more than 2,000 years it is really a must see for any visitor to Brittany.
Tourism Office Website (English) - Rennes
Market Days
There is a market within an hours drive every day except Monday. Always very popular in France. Grab yourself a bargain!
Saturday - Morlaix - 1 Hour
Saturday - Carhaix - 15 Minutes
Saturday - St Brieuc - 40 Minutes
Sunday - Bon Repos - 20 Minutes
Tuesday - Rostrenen - 10 Minutes
Wednesday - Callac - 35 Minutes
Thursday - Huelgoat - 20 Minutes
Friday - Guingamp - 25 Minutes
Carhaix
Carhaix is a larger town approximately 15 minutes drive away. Here you can find the Hospital, Railway Station, Cinema, Vets, more shopping, restaurants, and supermarkets. Market Day in Carhaix is on Saturday. It has an indoor Swimming pool with water chutes and indoor/outdoor Tennis courts. There is also a very modern indoor go-cart traack and 10 pin bowling alley. Carhaix also has an excellent tourist office which also houses a small local museum.
Rennes
The ancient capital of Brittany is about 2 hours drive. With a history going back more than 2,000 years it is really a must see for any visitor to Brittany.
Tourism Office Website (English) - Rennes
