Vannes, the medieval city

 

The capital of Morbihan, Vannes is a multi-faceted city: marina, fortified city, medieval city, a city of art and history… 

 

With its several gates, such as the one leading to the old prison, you can gain access to the fortified city and its timber-framed houses. The marina looks like a seaside resort with its many terraces. You can go for a nice stroll through the rampart gardens, in bloom throughout the year, and the 13th century bathhouses.

 

You can go all the way to the Conleau peninsula, with its seaside pines and beautiful view over the Gulf of Morbihan.

 

Worth visiting in Vannes are also the aquarium, butterfly garden, and of course its great open air market on Wednesday and Saturday mornings, where you will find the freshest local products and fish.