Crozon Peninsula, France

Crozon Peninsula

Wild headlands and turquoise coves at the western tip of Brittany.

  • Apr–Oct
  • Best by car
  • 2 nights
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Things to do

2 days in Crozon Peninsula

Day 1

  1. MorningWalk out to the Pointe de Pen-Hir and its sea stacks.
  2. AfternoonSwim at Morgat or at the turquoise Île Vierge cove, reached by a cliff path.
  3. EveningHave dinner in the harbour of Camaret-sur-Mer.

Day 2

Hike out to the Cap de la Chèvre.

What to eat

Kouign-amann, a buttery caramelised Breton pastry.

Local tips

Make the most of Crozon Peninsula

Beat the crowds

July and August are busy at the main beaches. Spring and September are calm.

Best photo spot

The Pointe de Pen-Hir cliffs and the rock stacks of the Tas de Pois at sunset.

Getting there

Easiest by car from Brest or Quimper. Summer boats cross from Brest.

Don't miss nearby

The town of Camaret-sur-Mer and the Pointe des Espagnols.

Good to know

The GR34 coastal path runs around the peninsula. The ocean is cold and has strong currents at some beaches.

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Plan your visit

Getting to Crozon Peninsula

Getting there

  • Brest Bretagne airport (BES)25 km away
  • Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)245 km away
  • Rennes210 km away

A car is the easiest way to get here and to see the area around it. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeApr–Oct
TypeNature spot
Good forNature, Coast
Getting thereBest by car
Stay2 nights
CountryFrance

Questions

Crozon Peninsula: good to know

Is Crozon Peninsula worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like nature and the coast. Wild headlands and turquoise coves at the western tip of Brittany.

How many days do you need in Crozon Peninsula?

Plan 2 nights. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Crozon Peninsula?

The best time to visit is Apr to Oct. July and August are busy at the main beaches. Spring and September are calm.

How do you get to Crozon Peninsula?

The nearest airport is Brest Bretagne airport (BES), about 25 km away. Easiest by car from Brest or Quimper. Summer boats cross from Brest.

What is there to see near Crozon Peninsula?

Nearby hidden places include Belle-Île-en-Mer (141 km), Vannes (144 km) and Dinan (182 km).

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