Discover South Brittany
Talvern is located at the very heart of the Morbihan, not far from the main road you will easily get to the Gulf of Morbihan, Quiberon, Carnac, la Trinité sur mer. We are 30 minutes drive from Vannes, 45 minutes from the well-known little town of Pont-Aven and 50 minutes drive from Quimper.
Just ask us to get the best itinerary !
Saint-Cado
Saint-Cado, une île de charme sur la Ria d’Etel
Saint-Cado is located on the Ria d’Etel, near Belz and this is one of the most famous sights from the Ria.
It is really worth seeing and from there you can walk along the coastal paths
Less than 25 minutes drive from Talvern
Le Vieux Passage
Un port pittoresque sur la Ria d’Etel
It is a really charming tiny harbour with its small embankment and its traditional boats surrounded by traditional houses. There is a coastal path which can take you to the mouth of the Ria d’Etel.
From there you can dive but you will have to be careful because of the strong current in the Ria d’Etel.
Less than 20 minutes drive from talvern
La barre d’Etel
Beautiful phenomenon
Located at the mouth of the Ria, it is a natural phenomenon due to a large underwater sandbar. You will be able to see it on the Plouhinec or Erdeven localities.
This phenomenon varies according to the tides and winds. Sailing there can be very delicate and there have been several shipwrecks.
Less than 30 minutes drive from talvern
Vannes – The Gulf of Morbihan
Less than 30 minutes from Talvern
La côte sauvage de Quiberon
A spectacular hike not to be missed especially with high winds
The Quiberon shore on the west side is rocky. The small coves are different according to the seasons. You will see the beautiful sights of the Percho, the coastal path will take you to Port Blanc, Port Rhu, Port Bara and Port Goulom beaches.
A delight for surfers.
About 48 minutes drive from Talvern
Locmariaquer
The starting point to a tour of the Gulf of Morbihan
You will be able to walk on the coastal path, enjoy the breathtaking view on the mouth of the Gulf of Morbihan with Port Navalo on the opposite side. You can also sample the delicious oysters.
On very low tides, you can even pick cockles and wild oysters.
Less than 30 minutes drive from talvern
Musée de la Compagnie des Indes
This museum is located in an old Vauban fortress in Port-Louis overlooking the Lorient port.
It tells you how famous Lorient became thanks to the spice trade during the XVIIth and XVIIIth centuries but there is also a beautiful sea museum with many models.
About 30 minutes from Talvern
Le zoo de Pont-Scorff
Pont-Scorff is a beautiful well-maintained zoo on 12 hectares close to Lorient. You can easily spend a few hours there observing the elephants, giraffes, tigers, lions and monkeys as well birds.
It is one of the most visited place in Morbihan.
Less than 30 minutes drive from Talvern
Auray / Saint-Goustan
Saint Goustan is Auray old harbor on the brinks of the Auray river or Loc’h, the oldest part of the town. It used to be a large trade and fishing harbor. This is where Benjamin Franklin landed as he came from America to ask for the French help.
A sight worth seeing where you can have a drink or eat in one of the numerous little restaurants.
Less than 20 minutes drive from talvern
Le château de Suscinio
Suscinio castle is located between the ocean and the marshes, Suscinio looks like an imposing and dignified fortress.
Dating from medieval time, it was the hunting residence of the Dukes od Brittany who came to have leisure.
Less than 50 minutes drive from talvern
Belle-Île-en-Mer
This aptly named island
Three quarters of an hour from Quiberon, visit its castle, its lighthouses and walk in nature or cycle along the small roads.
Nature has remained unspoiled and well-preserved.
An hour and 50 minutes from Talvern (car + ferry)
La Trinité sur Mer
Located in the heart of the Quiberon bay, it is an authentic fishing harbour and sailing resort as well as a seaside resort.
You will find nice beaches, a large marina and people strolling along the quays.
Less than 30 minutes from Talvern
Poul-Fetan
An old Breton village
Visiting this place, you will feel the atmosphere of XIXth century farming life. It is located in the Blavet valley.
You will be able to take part in all the former jobs as washerwoman, spinning and weaving and you will also sample the crepes and butter.
Less than 30 minutes from Talvern
Strolling and hiking from our place
From talvern you can cycle on the small roads or hike.
One of the paths starts at talvern, you will visit our village, old fountains. If you want a longer walk, you can use the marked paths. There are several from our place.
Just ask and we will give you the best itineraries.
