🌊 Seaside & nautical Enjoy the beaches Le Trez beach (lively, well-equipped) Saint-Gilles beach (wilder) Pointe Saint-Gilles beach or Letty / Mer Blanche beach, a protected natural area Boat trips / cruises Sail up the River Odet from the port of Bénodet to see the wooded landscapes, manor houses, coves, etc. Nature outings to the Glénan islands, for example the island of Saint-Nicolas, to observe birds, flora, etc. Bénodet, a seaside resort in Brittany 🌿 Walks & hikes The "Boucle des corniches" (~12 km, ~3h): a circuit around Bénodet, skirting the coast, the beaches, the mouth of the Odet, the Mer Blanche, the Petit Moulin cove, etc. The GR34, or coastal paths for lovely walks between land and sea. Guided nature walk "Nature walk with LULU : Les Glénan" (Saint-Nicolas island) 🏰 Culture, heritage and local curiosities The Musée du Bord de Mer in Bénodet, where you can learn about the history of the seaside resort, fishing, yachting, etc. The church of Saint-Thomas (Saint-Thomas-Becket) in the port of Bénodet, a listed former church. Sainte-Brigitte de Perguet chapel Villa Ker Magdalen (Le Minaret): distinctive architecture, decoration, can be seen from the outside depending on access. Wikipedia Bénodet lighthouse / Pyramid light: visible, useful for lovers of maritime views or photography. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family / leisure activities Expéria Park in Bénodet: tree climbing, forest trampolines, climbing walls, for children and adults. Casino Barrière: for a lively evening out or a relaxing restaurant + games. Cinémarine: the local cinema. Monday morning market in Bénodet: discover local produce, the atmosphere, etc. 🍽️ Gastronomy Taste seafood, shellfish and fresh fish in the seaside restaurants. Taste Breton specialities: crêpes, kouign-amann, etc.

🚆 By train from Quimper There is no train station directly in Bénodet. From Quimper (SNCF station), you need to take a bus (BreizhGo network - line 41) towards Bénodet. Get off at the Bénodet - Port de Plaisance stop (or a stop close to Avenue de la Plage). You can then walk to the Avenue de la Plage in less than 10 minutes. 🚗 By car from the RN165 expressway at Troyalac'h Coming off the RN165 at Troyalac'h (south Quimper interchange), follow the signs for Fouesnant / Bénodet (D34). Continue straight on following Bénodet (approx. 15 km). When you arrive in Bénodet, follow the signs for the marina/boat landing stage, then turn left towards the town centre. Avenue de la Plage lies between the main road (Avenue de la Mer) and the coast. ✈️ From Brest airport (Guipavas) Exit the airport: Take the N12 towards Quimper. Then join the RN165 (Brest ↔ Quimper expressway). Journey on the RN165 : Approximately 1h15 drive (110 km) to the Troyalac'h interchange (south of Quimper). From Troyalac'h : Follow the same road as described for the car: D34 → direction Fouesnant / Bénodet → town centre → avenue de la Plage.