Abbaye de Paimpont, Brocéliande. Bretagne
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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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The Round Table of Knights
The Round Table of Knights is a work of art created by Mickaël Thomazo
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Fishing
The fishing in Brocéliande is sure to be good… as long as you’ve got a fishing licence!
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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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Les Escapades de Julie
Julie Beaumanoir proposes escapades in the forest of Broceliande to discover tales and legends.
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Paimpont water sports centre
In the heart of Brocéliande, the water sports centre combines physical activity with sightseeing!
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The summer exhibition
From 10 July to 13 September 2026, make the most of your visit to Brocéliande, the Gateway to Secrets, to discover ‘Dryad’, the new exhibition by the...
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On the edge of Brocéliande: the must-see attractions for your summer in Bréal-sous-Montfort
This summer, enjoy a day full of discoveries in Bréal-sous-Montfort! Just 100 metres apart, two unique experiences await you, offering the chance to share special...
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Accessibility for tourists and the disabled
A certified tourist office
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Contact and opening hours of Brocéliande – Paimpont Tourist Office
Step through the looking glass, into the wonderful world of Broceliande, and let our local tourist offices guide you.
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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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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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Ozégan
Both storyteller and musician, Ozégan is a pioneer in Brocéliande. A true acrobat, he enchants with his repertoire of tales from around the world.
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