</a></span>"}'/> Brest is a city on the west Atlantic coast of France . It has a long history of navigation. There are very large tides here.
Brittany Ferries operates a daily route between Plymouth (England) and Roscoff (about 55 km to Brest) and a weekly route between Cork (Ireland) and Roscoff.
The SNCF provides TGV route to Paris (8/day) and regional trains routes to Saint-Brieuc and Rennes or Quimper , Lorient , Vannes and Nantes .
Brest is linked with Saint-Brieuc and Rennes (N12) and also Quimper , Lorient , Vannes and Nantes (N165) by toll-free divided highways.
BiBus operates an electric tram that runs through the centre of Brest. A day ticket costs 4,50 € and a ticket valid for 90min costs 1,70€ and can be bought from machines at the tram stops. These tickets include the use of the Capucins cable car. More information in French can be found here.
- Océanopolis ( at the Moulin Blanc port ), ☏ +33 298 34 40 40 . This giant aquarium has 3 thematic pavilions (polar, tropical and temperate) that offers a discovery of the world's oceans.
- The Tanguy Tower , near the Recouvrance bridge, houses a permanent exhibition on the history of the town.
- Art gallery, 24 rue Traverse. Phone: +33 298 00 87 96.
- The Vallon du Stang Alar houses a famous botanic garden and greenhouses.
- Ateliers des Capucins , 25 Rue de Pontaniou . The biggest covered public square in Europe. ( updated Jan 2022 )
- Football: Stade Brestois 29 play soccer in Ligue 1, the top tier in France. Their home ground Stade Francis-Le Blé (capacity 16,000) is 2 km northeast of city centre.
All these are in the city centre :
- 48.387141 -4.491085 1 Nectar'In , 43 Rue d'Aiguillon . ( updated Feb 2023 )
- 48.387597 -4.488434 2 Les Maraichers , 7 Rue J-B Boussingault . ( updated Feb 2023 )
- 48.387007 -4.488632 3 Crêperie Les Cocottes , 34 Rue Jean Macé . Savory crêpes. ( updated Feb 2023 )
- 48.390987 -4.486096 4 Nachos - Fajita, burrito, tacos, bowl , 12 Pl. de la Liberté . ( updated Feb 2023 )
- 48.393085 -4.479127 5 Crêperie Saint Michel Mr Philippe Pasquier , 53 Rue Yves Collet . ( updated Feb 2023 )
- 48.384227 -4.501632 6 La Cantoche , 51 Rue de la Porte . ( updated Feb 2023 )
- 48.3915 -4.485472 7 New School Tacos , 4 Rue de Glasgow . ( updated Feb 2023 )
- 48.393658 -4.481803 8 Chez Zaza , 5 Rue Coat ar Gueven . ( updated Feb 2023 )
- 48.387025 -4.486388 9 Restaurant Les P'tites Recettes , 40 Rue du Château . ( updated Feb 2023 )
- 48.383091 -4.483829 10 Restaurant Chez Coco , Port de commerce, 38 Quai de la Douane . ( updated Feb 2023 )
- 48.387975 -4.487277 11 Le Coup de Fourchette , 21 Rue de Lyon . French cuisine ( updated Feb 2023 )
- 48.39708 -4.479197 12 L'Atelier Gourmand , 33 Rue Navarin . French cuisine ( updated Feb 2023 )
- 48.404227 -4.490926 13 Le M , 22 Rue du Commandant Drogou . ( updated Feb 2023 )
The Blind Piper Pub is one of many Irish pubs in Brest. It's located in the block southwest of the Liberté square. They serve their Kilkenny fresh, with the expected Irish pub ambience.
As of June 2022, Brest has 5G with all French carriers.
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Above, Château de Brest , still a naval fortress. Below , A Diorama of Brest in the 1800s.
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Experience Brest. Brest is first and foremost a large port, tucked within a bay beside the Atlantic coast. The bombings of 1944 left the city in ruins, but it has been rebuilt in a fascinating show of modernist, neoclassical, Art Nouveau and Art Deco architecture. As a listed City of Art and History, there's always something new and different ...
5. Musée National de la Marine Source: flickr Musée National de la Marine Brest's Naval Museum is in the Château de Brest, the oldest building in the city. There has been a fort here since the Roman camp of Osismis in the 3rd century, and it later became a seat for the Dukes of Brittany repelling sieges by the British in the 14th and 15th centuries.
Compagnie maritime Penn Ar Bed. 510. Ferries. Penn Ar Bed is the maritime transport company serving the islands of Ouessant, Molène and Sein every day, all year round under a public service delegation contract with the Brittany region. From the…. 2024. 5. Les Ateliers des Capucins.
Organize your stay in Brest metropole. Located in the west of Brittany, Brest offers a typically Breton culture and change of scenery. Explore Brest metropole. ... BREST MÉTROPOLE Tourist Office. Find all our tourist information points. 02 98 44 24 96 Opening hours and contact. Follow us. Organize your event ...
Tourism, holidays & weekends guide in the Finistère. France's second biggest military port, protected by its roadstead, Brest is located in northern Finistère. All of its architecture originates from historical events, from its 11th-century medieval castle, remodelled by Vauban and now home to the Maritime Museum, to the Motte-Tanguy Tower ...
By Lars M. 15,347. Brest, France. Brest's natural harbour, guarded by an imposing medieval tower and castle, hints at its past as one Brittany's most important maritime cities—and it's still the heart of the modern town, with seafront cafés looking out over yachts, fishing boats, and naval vessels. Read more.
Brest is situated in the Finistere department and Brittany region. Tourist classifications for Brest include "ville fleurie 4*". Below you can see some of the places that we have visited and reviewed and can recommend when you are sightseeing close to Brest in Brittany. Popular places to visit nearby include Camaret at 15 km and Crozon at 16 km.
Things to Do in Brest, France: See Tripadvisor's 55,682 traveler reviews and photos of Brest tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in September. We have reviews of the best places to see in Brest. Visit top-rated & must-see attractions.
By Lars M. 15,348. Brest, France. Brest's natural harbour, guarded by an imposing medieval tower and castle, hints at its past as one Brittany's most important maritime cities—and it's still the heart of the modern town, with seafront cafés looking out over yachts, fishing boats, and naval vessels. Read more.
Here are the best things to do in Brest. 1. Château de Brest. The oldest structure in Brest, its castle sits at the mouth of the river and the bay (rade) that forms the harbour. Claiming to be the oldest castle in the world still in use, its history dates back some 1,700 years to the times of the Roman Empire.
Plan Your Brest Holiday: Best of Brest. Brest's natural harbour, guarded by an imposing medieval tower and castle, hints at its past as one Brittany's most important maritime cities—and it's still the heart of the modern town, with seafront cafés looking out over yachts, fishing boats, and naval vessels. Revenue impacts the experiences ...
With its vibrant atmosphere and endless activities, Les Ateliers des Capucins is a must-visit for anyone looking to experience Brest's creative side. Address: 25 Rue de Pontaniou, 29200 Brest, France. Opening Hours: 10:00 AM - 12:00 AM. Phone: +33 2 98 37 36 00. For pictures, booking, and more information, click here.
48.381256 -4.494708 1 Brest Castle (Château de Brest), ☏ +33 298 22 12 39. The houses the Navy Museum, which has a collection of craft models, paintings and sculptures. edit. The Tanguy Tower, near the Recouvrance bridge, houses a permanent exhibition on the history of the town. Art gallery, 24 rue Traverse.
The Rue St Malo is famous for being the only medieval street in Brest not to be bombed in WW2. Well worth a visit, not... See way to experience (1) 11. Musee des Beaux-Arts. 97. Art Museums. Explore the museum! Brest's Museum of Fine Arts Founded in post-war France, the museum of fine arts houses an extensive collection of paintings ...
Tourist Information. The helpful Office de Tourism de Brest métropole is located in the city center at 8 avenue Georges Clemenceau near the Place de la Liberté ().. What to See and Do. Brest is a large and modern city, as noted above. There are broad boulevards to walk on, such as the rue de Siam and the enormous Place de la Liberté.
1. 360° views of Brest. Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user Daniel Larvor used under CC BY-SA 2.5. If you are yearning for a beautiful panoramic view of the beautiful city of Brest, then pay a visit to one of the most innovative projects in the city. Known as the "Plateau des Capucins," this site is best known for offering 360° views ...
Compagnie maritime Penn Ar Bed. 508. Ferries. Penn Ar Bed is the maritime transport company serving the islands of Ouessant, Molène and Sein every day, all year round under a public service delegation contract with the Brittany region. From the…. 2024. 5. Les Ateliers des Capucins.
Here are our top 10 things for newcomers to do in Brest! Stroll down rue de Saint-Malo. Discover the National Maritime Museum. Take the cable car. Take a boat to the islands. Visit the Océanopolis aquarium. Escape on a beautiful yacht. Enjoy a good meal. Have a look at the urban murals.
7. Visit the Castle- Château De Brest. The Château de Brest is a castle in Brest, Finistère, France. It is the oldest monument in the town located at the mouth of the river Penfeld. A tour of the castle will give a clear understanding of how it withstood World War II, such a strong monument.
Best of Brest —. Brest is located in the region of Brittany -- home to some of the most stunning vistas in France -- taking in more than 1000 kilometers of dramatic rocky coastline. AFP/Getty ...
The Rue St Malo is famous for being the only medieval street in Brest not to be bombed in WW2. Well worth a visit, not... See tours. 4. Pont de Recouvrance. 155. Points of Interest & Landmarks • Bridges. By pakabay. It provides great views of the River ape field, the castle & nearby tower as well as the cable car.
By Lars M. 15,348. Explore Brest. Brest's natural harbour, guarded by an imposing medieval tower and castle, hints at its past as one Brittany's most important maritime cities—and it's still the heart of the modern town, with seafront cafés looking out over yachts, fishing boats, and naval vessels. Read more.
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