QUIMPER, CAPITAL OF BRETON CULTURE

Du 18 au 21 juillet 2024, Quimper vivra au rythme du Festival Cornouaille Kemper pour vous faire découvrir la diversité de la culture bretonne !

DAY 1 - BÉNODET & LOCRONAN (35 km)

Convocation at the old port of Bénodet to board the Vedettes de l'Odet for a commented cruise on the Odet. Coming down from the Montagnes Noires, the Odet is well deserving of its title of " most beautiful river in France ". The generous nature has shaped the place. From the vires-courts and its swirls of foam to the majestic flight of an ashy heron, from Porz Meillou to the cove of Saint Cadou, the Odet changes its face to better surprise you. Return to the quay around noon.

Lunch in a traditional restaurant.

Guided tour of Locronan, Small City of CharacterThe town, which has retained all its charm, owes its wealth to the sailcloth trade in the 15th century. This charming town owes its wealth to the sailcloth trade in the 15th century, and is famous for its Troménie (a large religious procession held every six years).

Installation in your hotel*** in Quimper. Welcome drink. Dinner at the hotel. Overnight stay.

DAY 2 - QUIMPER: CORNOUAILLE FESTIVAL

Breakfast at the hotel. The Kemper Cornouaille Festival, grand rendez-vous de la culture bretonne est un évènement à ne manquer sous aucun prétexte. Assistez au « festive parade "where you can admire seated* more than 2000 dancers and pipers in the heart of Quimper's historic quarter.
*limited seating capacity.

Lunch at your own expense.

Free time to soak up the festive atmosphere of the town and its free entertainment, street shows, concerts and festivals. quais en fête where more than 80 artisans vous présentent leur savoir-fairelive broadcast (venue to be confirmed) de l’élection de la Reine 2024.

Don't miss this not-to-be-missed event in the late afternoon, the Triomphe des Sonneurs: a large-scale gathering of over 500 musicians who all sing together melodies, marches and dance tunes along the quays of the Odet closing this day of celebration in unison.

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