This page includes places to visit and things to do in Brittany

BRITTANY described by some as the 'Bow of France' is surrounded on three sides by more than 700 miles of coastline ranging from vast expanses of white sandy beaches to peaceful rocky coves. In fact the sea has always played an important role in the history of this beautiful part of the world - it was from across the Atlantic ocean in 5 AD that Celtic emigrants arrived from Britain and introduced the Breton language - now known as Brezoneg - and it is still spoken in some parts to this day. The Bretons, today some 2.8 million of them, have managed to retain their identity throughout the centuries and the region has developed more like a separate country rather than just another part of France. So much so that it is impossible today to separate Brittany from it's Celtic heritage, which can be witnessed in every aspect of its culture and customs: religious festivals, costumes, architecture and music - and the Breton flag ( the Gwenn-ha-Du) with its with its five black stripes, four white ones and 11 'heraldic ermines' can be seen at every corner.

Brittany is, without doubt, a wonderful place to spend your holiday whether you come for the beautiful beaches, the history and culture or the excellent restaurants - whether you are young or old - it really does have something for everyone!

All of 'Home Away From Home's rental properties are situated in and around the ancient town of Dinan in the Côtes d'Armor 'department' of Brittany - which stretches from the Emerald Coast in the East to the The Pink Granite Coast in the West and encompasses 70,000 hectares of rural hinterland known as the Argoat.

Come to the Cotes d'Armor and you will enjoy the pleasure and activities of the sea: sailing, diving and looking for shellfish along the beaches. You will discover the rich heritage of the past with castles, chapels, megalithic monuments and traditions. You will be fascinated by the subtle charm of the countryside - wild valleys, legendary forests, many lakes and rivers….and country walks will reveal to lovers of nature its wilder and secret aspects.

Dinan, an architectural gem and a town of great artistic and historic interest, is set on a hill overlooking the wooded Rance valley and is described by some as 'The prettiest town in France'! Dinan is a modern market town with a medieval heart. Surrounded by ramparts, the well kept, half timbered houses and cobbled streets of its old town have an impressive, unforced unity. Beyond the urban streets lie the meadows and 17th century Abbey of Léhon and further away dotted across the countryside are springs, lakes, gardens and castles - all reminders of a colourful history, forming scenery steeped in serenity and peace.

Things to do and see As well as magnificent beaches and scenery to see and explore there are plenty of other things to in the Côtes d'Armor…………..

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