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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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Legende de Broceliande
Guillaume Le Devendec is a guide-storyteller of Broceliande. A real showman, he tells the story of the knights of the round table with humor and lightness.
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Wellness and SPA
Massage, yoga, spa, forest bath ... find here the magic formula to take care of yourself.
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Geocaching
Have fun exploring Brocéliande with geocaching!
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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 Valley of No Return
The valley of no return is the emblematic place of the forest of Broceliande. The golden tree, the fairy mirror, Merlin's seat... are a must.
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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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Merlin’s Tomb
In the state forest of Paimpont, Merlin's tomb is composed of 3 slabs of schist where the enchanter of Broceliande would be locked up...
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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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Accessibility for tourists and the disabled
A certified tourist office
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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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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, 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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