Located at the bottom of the Gulf of Morbihan in Brittany, Vannes's history began 2000 years ago.
The town was well known as a flourishing harbour, and grew in line with the increasing trade. This town, situated in an area with a rich heritage, offers a charming and lively atmosphere, with small shops, restaurants and market place.

7km west of Vannes, Arradon is sheltered at the bottom of the Gulf of Morbihan with a beautiful coastline, well know for its remarquable scenery.
A rich historical heritage will not fail to impress and the wonderful scenery will provide unforgettable walks along coastal paths from which over 60 differents varieties of sea birds can be observed, some of these protected species.
Should you just want to relax you'll enjoy the beach ideal for sunbathing and swimming, and Penboc'h is only 800m from the cottage.

From the sea, or from one of its shores, the Gulf of Morbihan will never cease to amaze you with its changing and unusual landscapes, depending on the tide and the vagaries of time.
Thousands of hectares of rocks, beaches, seagrass beds, salt marshes are home to almost 150 000 waterbirds: stilts, egrets, mergansers exclusive, gulls, etc ...
An inland sea dotted with islands and peninsulas, the Gulf combines, inimitably, land and sea. Whether it is the tip of Kerpenhir at the entrance to the Gulf in Locmariaquer, or Penhap on Ile aux Moines or the river Vincin in Vannes, there are a wide variety of landscapes and environments.
The great number of megalithic monuments testifies to ancient human presence. A number of species of migrating birds finds refuge here, and this is why the former salt marshes of Sene are now classified a nature reserve.

It only takes 20 minutes to reach the beautiful beaches of the Rhuys peninsula, in order to admire its small creeks and variety of breathtaking seaside landscapes.
You probably won't be able to resist the temptation to skip to Trinité sur mer (20minutes only), Carnac, Quiberon (30 minutes) or spend a day in Belle Ile en mer

Some ideas for trips in Brittany around Arradon :

Rochefort en Terre : one of the best known communes of Brittany,
The Broceliande Forest (multiple walks in the enchanted forest takes you back to the Middle Ages and its tales),
Auray, Saint Goustan (its river harbour, the old village, its restaurants ...),
The Ile aux Moines (coastal walks, swimming, scenery guaranteed to impress),
The Carnac alignments (for fans of mysteries and megaliths).