Brocéliande Forest (Forêt de Paimpont)
Forêt de Paimpont
The magical forest of the King Arthur legends, with lakes, ancient trees and sites linked to the Merlin stories scattered through the woods. It is ideal for a day's hike.
The Forest of Paimpont covers about 9,000 hectares and is considered the Brocéliande Forest of the Arthurian legends. The stories of Merlin and Viviane, Morgan le Fay and the Knights of the Grail are all set here. Centred on the village of Paimpont and the abbey by the lake, you can drive separately to the Val sans Retour, Merlin's Tomb, the Fontaine de Barenton and Comper Castle. The Brocéliande Gate visitor centre in Paimpont village provides maps and guided information. It is about 40 km from Rennes. Public transport is limited, so a self-drive day trip is recommended.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Paimpont Abbey & Lake
- Château de Comper (Centre de l'Imaginaire Arthurien)
- Tombeau de Merlin
- Fontaine de Barenton
- Château de Trécesson
- Val sans Retour & Arbre d'Or
- Bécherel, Cité du Livre
- Portes Mordelaises