Pays Toutistique Terres d'Armor

ROUND AND ABOUT… GUINGAMP

As well as being famous throughout France on account of its football team, Guingamp has retained much of its rich architectural heritage. Here, history and abundant nature live together in perfect harmony: the banks of the River Trieux have been improved so that they are a permanent invitation to stroll at the foot of the old town. The town is fortunate in being located on the main Paris – Brest route to give easy access to its attractive shops and many events – the pardon of Notre Dame de Bon-Secours, the Bugale Breizh children's festival, Jeud’his of Guingamp and culminating with the great Festival de la Saint-Loup. It is within twenty miles of the Trégor coastal resorts (known as Armor) and it is close to the central inland areas of Brittany (known as Argoat), making it an ideal base for a holiday discovering western Côtes d'Armor.

Guingamp itself covers a relatively small area and has spilled over into the neighbouring communes so that you : imperceptibly find yourself in Plouisy, Grâces, Ploumagoar, Pabu or Saint Agathon, where you can discover the charm of being "in the countryside in the town".

ROUND AND ABOUT... BELLE ISLE EN TERRE

Lulled by the constant murmuring of water, this town filled with flowers is surrounded by the Rivers Guic and Guer. Water also brings life to the town. Lady Mond's impressive château in the heart of the town, now houses the Regional Centre for River Education and the Armorique Aquarium.

As an entry point to the imposing Léguer Valley, the region has become a magnet for salmon and trout anglers.

Those who enjoy walking in woods are invited to walk, or ride their horses or mountain bikes in the glades of Coat an Noz-Coat an Haye (night wood- day wood). Don't miss a visit to the old village of Loc Envel...

ROUND AND ABOUT...PONTRIEUX

An old song sings of "Pontrieux, that delicious corner". This delightful small town with the "petite cité de caractère" designation, and in the three flowers category under the France in bloom classification is located between the Trégor and Goëlo regions. Many different crafts can be found here so it's worth allowing yourself the time to browse...

Pontrieux's industrial past and it's reputation for craftsmanship have left a legacy of over fifty washing places, known as lavoirs, that have now been restored. Our boatmen will be glad to take you on a river trip so that you can discover the Trégor's Little Venice. Lovers of old buildings will be sure to make the short excursion to Runan, where they will find one of the finest churches in the Trégor. This listed Parish Close surrounded by hydrangeas was formerly visited by thousands of pilgrims.

Those who prefer sport or the countryside will find ample opportunity for many activities including fishing, walking, mountain bikes, horse riding or canoeing somewhere along the River Trieux. So drop anchor in or near Pontrieux.
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ROUND AND ABOUT...BEGARD

As the entrance to the Trégor, the Bégard region offers you a holiday that combines nature, tradition and a healthy environment. You will be close to the enchanting valleys of the Trieux and the Jaudy and their tributaries, the Donat and the Perrier. Very many paths and sunken lanes invite you to discover the varied sites of architectural or archaeological merit. Dominating the region is the last hill in the Monts d'Arrée chain: the Menez Bré which is well-known even outside the region.

The Bégard region is well equipped with facilities for river-fishing, horse-riding, mountain bikes, golf and tennis.

But it also caters for the whole family with Armoripark, a leisure centre with swimming pool and other activities, gardens and animals. Its many attractions guarantee thrills for family or friends.

ROUND AND ABOUT...CHATELAUDREN-PLOUAGAT

Crossed by the Leff, "the frontier river" between the French and Breton speaking areas, the Châtelaudren region stretches over a wide area of woods and unspoilt countryside that links the coastal area (known as Armor – the sea) with the inland area (known as Argoat – the wood). The 13 villages in the Châtelaudren area are crossed by many footpaths giving access to a wealth of interesting sites.

Castles, manor houses and chapels invite you to go walking using Châtelaudren, the former capital of the Goëlo region as a base. The town has been awarded the "petite cité de caractère" designation and people still carry out their trades with the backdrop of the ornate 18th century façades, the Notre-Dame-du-Tertre chapel with its extremely rare 15th century painted panelling and the place where the "Petit écho de la mode" was printed which influenced fashion throughout France.

ROUND AND ABOUT...BOURBRIAC

The heart of the Argoat hides an unspoilt region of secret winding wooded valleys with their rivers full of fish. There are very many sunken lanes leading to isolated chapels, or mysterious ancient standing stones. The Bourbriac region offers tranquillity but also activities such as walking, fishing or exploring.

Breton cultural life can be experienced throughout the year in the form of the many festoù-noz or festoù-deiz (Breton folk dancing and music), and has its full expression during the week of 15 August for the Plinn dance festival (a traditional dance for consolidating the threshing floor).

Horse lovers will be in their element during the traditional Kérien Fair when thousands of enthusiasts meet every year on the 3rd Saturday in October.

ROUND AND ABOUT...LANVOLLON-PLOUHA

In the heart of the Goëlo where the coastal region becomes wooded countryside, the village partnership of Lanvollon - Plouha has a contrasting list of attractions on offer.

First there is its picturesque coast, the wild and steep Plouha Cliffs where the bracing winds sing in your ears...
Then, you become gradually aware of the wealth and tranquillity of the nearby countryside, crossed with rivers, furrowed with shady lanes, filled with manors, chapels or châteaux.

An enthralling visit to the Jardin des mélanges in St Gilles des Bois, a summer trip to the sailing centre in Tréméven, discovering the famous pardon of Notre Dame.de l'Isle held in Goudelin on the 2nd Sunday in July - all these traditional events are combined with many various sporting and cultural activities.

ROUND AND ABOUT...
Terres d'Armor, intensément Bretagne

Discover Brittany interior, secret, rich of his past, proud of its traditions quite alive and strong of its preserved nature.

Crossed by the splendid valleys of Léguer, Trieux and Leff, overhanging the sea top of cliffs of Plouha, this area will offer landscapes with the astonishing reliefs to you.

Between "green and blue", you will appreciate the spontaneous and cordial reception of a country to the multiple facets...