Campsite Douarnenez

Prepare to feast your eyes.... In Douarnenez, nature, in its full splendour, is all around. Beaches and coastal paths, near the sea, mean you can alternate between walking and relaxation. Head for the Pointe de la Jument, before unpacking your bag on Les Sables Blanc beach in Tréboul or visiting the mégalithe de Lesconil standing stone. Fancy going on an animal hunt? Head for the Iroise Marine Nature Reserve where you can observe a dozen species of sea birds, dolphins who reside in the area throughout the year and around one hundred different species of fish. Or perhaps you fancy a trip on board a Skiff, the Atlantic’s largest sail boat?

It’s no coincidence that Douarnenez and the surrounding region have attracted numerous artists over the years ....Renoir, Picabia, Picasso, Boudin and many others stayed and lived here for varying lengths of time, deeply inspired by the unique light and unspoilt landscapes of the Pays de Douarnenez region. Today, the town is still just as busy from a cultural point of view, with an increasing number of exhibitions that delight visitors from all over the world. Your camping holiday in Finistère is also an opportunity to learn out about Douarnenez’s main activity: fishing, which has been practised in this part of the bay since Gallo-Roman times.

Fishing ports naturally imply an abundance of seafood. Once in Douarnenez, you can treat yourself to a plate of grilled sardines, a sea food platter, shellfish, crayfish or fresh lobster... Finish off on a sweet note with the must-have “kouign-amann,” adored by fans of butter-rich cakes. As a mid-afternoon snack, opt for some buttery shortbread type “palets” or “galettes.” Yum!