Activities
Whether you have a love of walking or a passion for photography, Guebernez is the ideal base for an activity holiday. Here are just some of the things you can do nearby...
Festivals
A year-round programme of festivals means there is always a party going on, whether it's a moules frites night in the local village or Lorient's renowned annual celtic music festival. Pictured here is one of Brittany's most spectacular events, Le Son et Lumiere, which takes place over a fortnight in August at the Abbaye de Bon Repos, beside the Lac de Guerledan. With the abbey ruins as a backdrop, the story of Brittany is told with the help of 400 actors, horses, cattle, dogs and stunning stage, lighting and sound effects. It's a sight not to be missed.
Hiking and cycling
Guebernez is surrounded by hiking and cycling trails to suit all abilities. If you don't want to venture too far from the gites, there are some lovely walks on our doorstep. Cycling is a French passion and this part of the country is well-equipped for the sport, with clear roads for racing and voies vertes (nature trails) for mountain biking. Bring your own bicycle, borrow one of ours, or we can arrange for bike hire. Pictured here is a popular walking and cycling trail that follows a river in the next village.
For children
Morbihan's beaches are ideal for children. Pictured here is the beach at Larmor Plage, the closest beach to Guebernez. It's a large sandy beach with safe swimming, life guards and shallow rock pools for exploring. Families with children often prefer to spend the day at one of the lake beaches, either at the nearby Priziac (10 minutes drive) or at the Lac de Guerledan (30 minutes). Both are also popular lakes for kayaking and sailing.
Painting and photography
Capture the landscapes of Brittany on a painting or photography holiday. We are happy to arrange tuition from local experts for individuals or small groups. Or, we can direct you to some of the most picturesque locations. You don't need to go far to find beautifully remote spots. In fact, the views from the terrace at Guebernez are well worth putting on to canvas. If you would like to try another craft, from quilting to basket making, we can put you in touch with local artisans.
Watersports
Surrounded on three sides by the sea, dotted with lakes and criss-crossed by canals, Brittany is a top destination for watersports. Some of France's top sailling schools are on the Morbihan coast. At the nearby lake at Priziac and at the Lac de Guerledan (pictured here), you can hire canoes, kayaks, water skis, pedal boats and sail boats, and take lessons too. The Nantes-Brest Canal is a popular spot for canoeing and kayaking and passes through some of Brittany's prettiest towns and villages. Brittany is also known as an excellent fishing region, both on the coast and in rural areas.