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Brittany: 8 prestigious seaside resorts with luxury campsites

Published on 19 January 2026 · updated on 21 October 2025 · 6 min read
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Brittany: 8 prestigious seaside resorts with luxury campsites

Brittany has a secret. Its most precious gems are not discovered by passing through, but by stopping. Take the time to unpack your bags at its charming campsites, nestled in landscapes that are thousands of years old. From the Pink Granite Coast to the alignments of Carnac, via the corsair cities, we invite you today to discover 8 of the most beautiful seaside resorts in Brittany!

The essentials on the best seaside resorts in Brittany

Resort Main assets Not to be missed
Perros-Guirec (Côtes-d’Armor) Côte de Granit Rose, unique landscapes Trestraou beach, Ploumanac’h lighthouse at sunset, sentier des douaniers (GR34), trip on a traditional sailing ship
Carnac (Morbihan) History & beaches, family destination Menhir alignments, varied beaches, old village centre, Anse du Pô
Clohars-Carnoët (Finistère) Haven of peace, authenticity Pouldu beaches, Doëlan harbour, chemin des peintres, Saint-Maurice abbey site
Concarneau (Finistère) Medieval walled town, maritime life Ville Close, ramparts, Plage des Sables Blancs, fishing port, Château de Kériolet, fishing museum
Dinard (Ille-et-Vilaine) Elegance, Belle Époque villas Promenade du Clair de Lune, seawater swimming pool, fine sand beaches, Port-Breton park
Saint-Malo (Ille-et-Vilaine) Corsair city, living history Ramparts, Tour Solidor, boat trips to the islands, beaches, cobbled lanes
Pénestin (Morbihan) Wild nature, ochre cliffs GR34, picturesque harbours (Tréhiguier), shellfish gathering on foot, paddleboarding
Penmarc’h (Finistère) End of the world, natural heritage Eckmühl lighthouse, Saint-Guénolé harbour, marshes, La Madeleine alignments, surfing & hiking

Perros-Guirec: the pink paradise

Picture a fine sandy beach, pink granite rocks sculpted by time, and a soft, salty breeze. Sounds tempting? Welcome to Perros-Guirec, one of the most beautiful seaside resorts in Brittany! Settle in at a charming campsite and set off on an adventure along the Pink Granite Coast. Here is what awaits you:

  • The beaches of Trestraou.
  • The Ploumanac’h lighthouse.
  • The sentier des douaniers (GR34) for a breathtaking hike.
  • The boat trips on a traditional sailing ship.
  • Discovering local flavours by visiting the Verger de Kernivinen cider farm.

Carnac: between history and dream beaches

Do you love history and nature? Among the historic seaside resorts to discover in Brittany, there is Carnac! In the heart of the Morbihan, this town takes you on a journey through time. Spend your nights at a campsite with character in this seaside resort in Brittany, and when you wake up, you can:

  • Stroll through the lanes of the old village.
  • Relax on one of the 5 beaches, each with its own atmosphere.
  • Be captivated by the changing light of the Anse du Pô.
  • Admire the menhir alignments.
  • Visit the chapels and the wooded trails.

Clohars-Carnoët: authentic Finistère

Ready to discover a secret destination? Follow us to Clohars-Carnoët, one of the best seaside resorts in Brittany! In the intimate campsites, you will soak up the precious calm of this village in Finistère!

Walk in the footsteps of Gauguin at the Atelier du Pouldu. Would you fancy a hike on the chemin des peintres? You can also follow the Laïta river to the Saint-Maurice abbey site.

Then head into the small harbour of Doëlan and discover its lighthouses and colourful boats. During your Breton holiday, you can also take up surfing and windsurfing on the Pouldu beaches.

Concarneau: the fortified town

Welcome to Concarneau, a town unlike any other! Among the popular seaside resorts in Brittany, it takes you back in time.

Enjoy the comfort and friendliness of its charming campsites, then visit the Ville Close and walk along its 15th-century ramparts! Watch the trawlers on the bustling quays and relax on the Plage des Sables Blancs. We also recommend visiting the Château de Kériolet and the fishing museum!

Dinard: elegance, Breton style

Dinard welcomes you with its Belle Époque villas, its chic atmosphere and breathtaking views over the bay! It is one of the best seaside resorts in Brittany for families!

For a moment of pure relaxation that awaits you in this town, promising elegant holidays, we recommend that you:

  • Stroll along the Promenade du Clair de Lune.
  • Take a dip in the seawater swimming pool at the Plage de l’Ecluse.
  • Enjoy the boat trips on the Rance.
  • Discover the Port-Breton park.
  • Taste local specialities at the markets.

Saint-Malo: the corsair city

Looking for adventure? Saint-Malo is a real thrill! This corsair city, its ramparts and its cobbled lanes tell a rich story. Visit the Tour Solidor, the Alet district and the château de Saint-Malo, and take a cruise to the nearby islands!

The campsites in Saint-Malo offer high-end accommodation, a swimming pool and a level of comfort that lets you savour every moment in Brittany. You will also be well placed to discover the highlights of this town.

Pénestin: wild nature and ochre cliffs

Fancy a complete escape? Pénestin will surprise you with its wild landscapes and spectacular coastline. It is no coincidence that it features in this top 8 of seaside resorts in Brittany.

There, follow the famous GR34 for unforgettable walks, admire the ochre cliffs that make the region proud, and discover mussel farming and the port of Tréhiguier. Looking for another outdoor activity? Try shellfish gathering on foot or paddleboarding near your campsite.

Penmarc’h: at the end of the world

We have reached the far end of Brittany, at Penmarc’h! Ready to immerse yourself in the exceptional natural and historical heritage of this seaside resort in Finistère?

  • Climb to the top of the Eckmühl lighthouse for a panoramic view.
  • Discover the bustling port of Saint-Guénolé.
  • Walk through the marshes of La Joie and Lescors.
  • Do not miss the La Madeleine alignments, a site 4,000 years old.

Plan your stay at a charming campsite on the cliff edge, facing the islands. Do not just dream of the Breton coast, live it, a coffee or a glass in hand, from the private terrace of one of our Brittany destinations. Here, booking is not a simple transaction, it is the first step along the sentier des douaniers.

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