Quimper
Kemper
The prefecture of Finistère, known for the Gothic Cathedral of Saint Corentin, the flower-decked bridge over the Odet, half-timbered old streets and renowned faience.
Quimper is Brittany's cultural capital. The twin-spired Cathedral of Saint Corentin has a central axis that bends slightly. In the old town, half-timbered houses are lined with crêperies, and flower baskets decorate both banks of the Odet. You can visit the HB-Henriot faience workshop, and the fine arts museum and Musée breton have rich collections. The Cornouaille Festival, a folk festival, takes place in late July. From Brest, the train takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Locronan
- Douarnenez
- Ménez-Hom
- Landévennec Abbey
- Morgat & Sea Caves
- Cap de la Chèvre
- Parish Close of Guimiliau
- Huelgoat Forest