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At the heart of the Brocéliande forest lie places steeped in history, such as Paimpont Abbey, its forges and its churches… Why not find out more about these heritage gems?

Discover our places steeped in history

Paimpont Abbey
Originally a simple priory founded in the 7th century A.D., the Abbey is now one of the most imposing religious buildings in the Brocéliande region…
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Paimpont
Located in the heart of the forest of Broceliande and its legends, the town of Paimpont conceals many natural and historical sites.
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Tour de l'étang de Paimpont
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the Forges of Paimpont
In the heart of the Broceliande forest, an important iron deposit and the existence of a dense hydrographic network have allowed the development of this authentic...
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Brocéliande, Bike
Explore the Brocéliande forest by bike, with mountain bikes and electric bikes for hire from Brocéliande Bike.
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Lindylou
Lindylou the storyteller handles stories and songs with brio to make you discover the legends of Broceliande
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The Fountain of Youth
In the forest of Broceliande, it is said that the water of the Fountain of Youth would give youth to the body and heart of the one who drinks it!
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Brocéliande, the Door of Secrets
In the heart of Broceliande, the show trail "La Porte des Secrets" offers a sensory immersion in the wonderful world of the forest.
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Vivian’s Hospice
Tomb dating from the Neolithic period, the Hotié, or House of Viviane, was formerly called the Tomb of the Druids. It owes its name to the water fairy of Broceliande.
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Accessibility for tourists and the disabled
A certified tourist office
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Geocaching
Modern day treasure hunt, geocaching is a fun alternative to discover the natural and cultural heritage of a region.
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The castle and the lake of Comper
The lake of Comper, in the heart of Broceliande, would shelter, according to the legend, the castle of crystal of Viviane, under the glance of the old fortress
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An immersive preview exhibition in the heart of Brocéliande- EN
This spring, let yourself be carried away by a singular artistic universe in Paimpont, right in the heart of Brocéliande. The "À l'Encre des Légendes"...
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The Destination of Excellence Label
The quality of our services, the sustainable and balanced management of tourism and the development of our employees are the DNA of our tourist office!
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The Center of the Arthurian Imagination
At the castle of Comper, Arthurian legends are honored with animations, scenography, exhibitions, bookshop and great shows.
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Storytelling by electric bike in Brocéliande
Get on your electric bike and set off on an adventure in the Brocéliande forest!
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