Road Trip in Brittany: 6 must-see places to visit in vanlife

You'll love Brittany in a vanlife! It's no surprise that travel enthusiasts love to take to the roads of Brittany in a converted car. With its breathtaking scenery, unique culture and gourmet cuisine, Brittany is one of the favorite destinations for vanlife travelers. Despite the countless places to see and visit, we've managed to bring out 6 must-see spots for a successful Brittany road trip.

The Emerald Coast for a Breton road trip

It's impossible to take a road trip to Brittany without visiting the magnificent Emerald Coast! We fall in love with this sea of unique colors. We strongly advise you to follow the coastline in a converted van to discover all the beauty of the pearl of Brittany. Nature invites itself into your journey with its fresh, iodized air! But if you also love cities, you're sure to fall under the spell of the seaside towns in the north of Ille-et-Vilaine. Don't miss the corsair town of Saint-Malo. You can also stop off in Dinard, Saint-Lunaire or Saint-Briac.

Where to bivouac on the Emerald Coast?

The Pink Granite Coast, the incontourable for a vanlife holiday in brittany

Surely you've already caught a glimpse of these absolutely unique landscapes when it comes to Brittany? If you're on a road trip in Brittany, you won't want to miss out on this remarkable panorama of the pink stone. With your van or converted car, you'll drive through breathtaking landscapes! In Perros-Guirec, you can discover the charming village of Ploumana'ch, voted France's favorite village in 2015. This small fishing village is home to the largest concentration of pink granite. If you're looking for a natural and authentic excursion in a breathtaking location, the Pink Granite Coast is the place for you!

Where to bivouac in Perros-Guirec?

  • In Perros-Guirec, just across from the sea, for a superb view. You can also take advantage of the beach's toilets and showers;
  • West Camping for its proximity to the Sentier des Douaniers and the Granit Rose coast;
  • At the casino in Perros-Guirec, close to the shops and the start of the Sentier des Douaniers!

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The Crozon peninsula, the wonder of finistère

If you're interested in vanlife in Brittany, we strongly recommend a tour of Finistère. After crossing northern Finistère via Roscoff, the Monts-d'Arrée and Brest, you'll need to stop off at Crozon to discover the flora and fauna of this peninsula. It's simply a wild, unspoilt landscape set against the immensity of the ocean that you'll find there. If you're a keen walker, you can continue along the GR34, which circumnavigates Brittany. From water sports to visits to typical villages, your road trip in Brittany promises to be full of surprises.

Where to bivouac in Crozon?

La Pointe du Raz, key stage of the brittany road trip

How about ending your French road trip at the end of the earth? Head for the Pointe du Raz, the most westerly point in France! Let yourself be surprised by this exceptional natural site. Sunny or breezy, early in the morning or at sunset, the colors change and the landscapes are never the same. You'll never tire of rediscovering Finistère and the Pointe du Raz in every season. Don't forget to visit the typical village of Pont-Croix, a charming medieval town.

Where to bivouac at Pointe du Raz?

  • The Pointe du Raz parking lot for a front-row seat! For a nightly fee, you can enjoy a breathtaking view of the ocean, with VIP parking at sunset and sunrise;
  • In Plogoff for a quiet spot near the port and to reach the Pointe du Raz on foot or by bike along the GR34 ;
  • In Pont-Croix, enjoy the charm of this small town full of character.

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The Gulf of Morbihan, a feast for the eyes

If you thought you'd seen it all in Brittany, you haven't! A road trip in Brittany without passing through the Golfe du Morbihan is not a true Breton excursion! These seaside landscapes are still very different from those of the Emerald Coast, the Pink Granite Coast or the points of Finistère. The many islands and peninsulas in Morbihan Bay offer spectacular panoramic views. Among the must-sees in vanlife are the beautiful medieval town of Vannes, where you can say hello to Vannes and his wife, and the magnificent Rhuys peninsula with its long beaches. With a converted car, drive from port to port to discover the various port towns with their undeniable charm.

Where to bivouac in the Gulf of Morbihan?

  • Saint-Gildas-de-Rhuys, a great place to sleep by the ocean!
  • In Arzon for easy access on foot or by bike to Port Navalo and the Port du Crouesty ;
  • In Séné with a breathtaking view of the Golfe du Morbihan.

LA FOrêt de Brocéliande, for a touch of magic and enchantment

How can you visit Brittany by vanlife without visiting the famous Broceliande forest? Let yourself be guided, with or without a storyteller, in the footsteps of Merlin the enchanter and the fairy Morgane. Numerous legends surround this mystical site, and according to visitors who stroll here, it even has a touch of magic about it... Discover the Fountain of Youth, the Valley of No Return and Vivian's House, not forgetting Merlin's tomb.

Where to bivouac in Brocéliande?

  • In Paimpont, in the heart of Brocéliande and close to the amenities of this beautiful little village ;
  • In Tréhorenteuc for a peaceful night's sleep close to nature.

With its magnificent landscapes and coastal roads, Brittany is an ideal destination for a vanlife trip! After a road trip in Brittany, how about a road trip in Vendée?

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