Gites and holiday rentals in the port of Paimpol with sea view

Discover Paimpol and the surrounding area during your holiday

For your next holiday in Brittany, let yourself be tempted by the Côtes d'Armor and come and enjoy its wonderful landscapes! Your future gîte could be in Paimpol! Situated on the north coast of Brittany, the town of Paimpol is one of the main fishing and yachting harbours on the English Channel. Paimpol has a rich heritage to explore. The port, in the heart of the town, lined with shipowners' houses, was the scene of the Island fishing epic. The Milmarin museum tells the story of this maritime adventure, the traces of which are dotted along a coastline whose environment has been preserved. Along the GR®34, from the typical fishing port of Loguivy-de-la-Mer, panoramic views of the Bréhat archipelago change with the tides. After Beauport Abbey, a Conservatoire du Littoral site, the Craca mill dominates the bay. From your gîte, continue your walk inland to the Château de la Roche-Jagu and its remarkable garden overlooking the Trieux. As for the Petites Cités de Caractère®, Pontrieux, a former industrial port, can be explored by boat along the water. Guingamp, capital of Breton dance during the Festival de la Saint Loup, is home to an astonishing heritage, including a former prison converted into a venue for photographic exhibitions. In central Brittany, at the Vallée des Saints, mysterious monumental granite statues dominate the Argoat, a land of rivers and forests. For your next holiday in Brittany, set off to discover the Côtes d'Armor and its riches and choose from our many holiday rentals ideally located in Paimpol.

Activities to do in Paimpol during your holiday in the Côtes d'Armor

The Côtes d'Armor will seduce you with the immense diversity of their landscapes. But Paimpol is also full of activities! Hiking is a key activity in Guingamp - Baie de Paimpol, whether you're looking for a few hours' stroll or an itinerary along the GR®34, the ancient customs trail that runs the length of Brittany. Take the Vélomaritime, a cycle route that will take you to the highest cliffs in Brittany, why not on an electrically-assisted bike? Water sports enthusiasts will be delighted: kayak, stand-up paddle, sailboat, old rigging or cruise ship. On the coast, the beaches welcome you for a moment of relaxation at high tide. At low tide, it's time to go fishing for shellfish and crustaceans. The Bay of Paimpol oysters, scallops and lobster are emblematic gastronomic specialities, available at markets, from local producers or from restaurants. Another local emblem, the marinière, is the shopping star. Art galleries line the narrow streets of the old town, so keep your eyes peeled! Every 2 years in summer, the Festival du Chant de Marin et des Musiques des Mers du Monde (Seafaring Song and World Sea Music Festival) brings Paimpol to life, and 200 traditional boats take over the harbour. Between nature, heritage and culture, the Côtes d'Armor is the place for you! In the town centre or in the heart of the countryside, by the sea or inland, with a garden, swimming pool or close to the beach, discover Paimpol thanks to our many Clévacances-labelled gîtes. Take advantage of a Clévacances rental ideally located in the department and set off to discover northern Brittany!