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The Area
Brittany is a province
of varied and very beautiful countryside, with rich, rolling
pastures and magnificent Coastline. It is a land of farmers and
fisherman that has provided the inspiration for countless
numbers of artists over many years.
France's northwest
corner has long been culturally and geographically distinct
from the main bulk of the country. Its Celtic name 'Armorica',
means the "Land of the Sea". |
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Visitors from all over Europe are
attracted by Brittany's many miles of smooth golden sand,
its dramatic cliff scenery, its ancient forests, pretty
towns and villages, its culture, the friendliness of the
Breton people, and the ease of driving on the many beautiful
and often little-used roads. There is a timeless charm
that this ancient province offers to all its visitors.
This beautiful countryside offers you a chance to relax and follow most sporting
activities including fishing, cycling, walking etc. A visit to the old churches
and calvaries in the area is a must, along with a visit to the pink granite coast
with its beautiful beaches and fascinating rock forms all within a short driving
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Location
Le Guily lies in quiet and tranquil
countryside, amongst green rolling hills and lush wooded
valleys in the Blavet valley. However, the hamlet is not
at all isolated and there is an abundance of picturesque
towns and villages close by.
The little village of Kergrist with its church, baker and grocery
shop,garage, bars and restaurants is one mile away, or a short
cycle ride. Three miles away is the picturesque small town
of Mur-de-Bretagne with super-market, pharmacies, baker,
butcher, petrol station, post office, banks, tourist information
centre, mini-golf and good bars and restaurants. |
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larger historic town of Pontivy, formerly known as Napoleonville,
is 6 miles away, with the river Blavet and the Nantes-Brest
canal flowing through the town.
There are several larger super-markets, a wide variety
of shops and many good bars and restaurants with an excellent
farmers market on Mondays. |
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The
famous Chateau in Pontivy is well worth a visit |
Lac de Guerledan is
4 miles away, a magnificent 7.5 mile long stretch of water
surrounded by trees. It is the largest lake in Brittany
and one of the finest sights of inland Brittany. With several
safe, sandy beaches, this a lovely place for swimming,
walking, riding and fishing.
Numerous water sports are
available, including water skiing, windsurfing, canoeing
and sailing. Pedaloes, canoes and rowing boats can be
hired and cruise boats offer tours of the lake. There are
plenty of good bars and restaurants to choose from and
for children there are play areas and mini golf. |
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The 12C Cistercian Abbey
of Bon Repos is a short drive away. Destroyed during the
revolution much renovation has since taken place, and the fine
façade and the vast size of the church may still
be admired. There is a small market every Sunday next
to it.
There are craft and gift shops and many cultural
events and shows. Nearby are good restaurants |
Many parts of the coast are
only a 40-minute drive away through quiet and virtually empty
roads with a choice of beautiful white sandy beaches, fashionable
seaside resorts and secluded rocky coves, all unspoilt
and clean. |
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Some of the most popular
beach areas include Carnac, La Trinite Sur Mer, Larmor
Plage and the Cote Sauvage, where you
can enjoy swimming, surfing, windsurfing, sand yachting
and kite surfing. Quieter beaches, where you will find
nature reserves, big sand dunes and wide, open spaces include
the long dune belt from Gavres to Penthièvre.
All
around the Golf du Morbihan there are tiny beaches and
rocky coves where you can enjoy boat trips to its
hundreds of islands. |
There are many historic towns, villages and castles to visit including Vannes,
Josselin, Rochefort, Auray, Hennebont and Quimper - all within easy driving
distance.
Hennebont with its impressive Basilica and ramparts, Auray with it's delightful
old port of St.Goustan, and Vannes with its smart shopping centres and choice
of Hypermarkets. The recently restored medieval village of Poul Fetan, the
standing stones of Carnac and the Chateau at Josselin with its magnificent pepper
pot towers are all sites not to be missed.
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Nearly every day of the week you will find a local market where you can sample
the best local produce, seafood, crepes, locally grown fruit & vegetables
and wonderful patisserie.
Throughout the year, there are regular antique markets, flea markets and the
French equivalent of car boot sales. These are great places to find some interesting
collectables or just something very different and very French.
Sports
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Golf is growing faster in France than anywhere else in the World, and Brittany is said to be the second best area for golf in Europe, just behind Great Britain. With many excellent local courses that welcome visitors, elegant clubhouses and comparatively empty courses, it represents a visiting golfer's paradise, especially with affordable green fees. In Brittany, the choice is wide with scenic courses to suit all skill levels. All the courses are within easy travel distance of Le Guily.
Visit www.formule-golf.com to find out how you can play at different courses throughout the week at very reasonable rates. |
Fishing
Brittany has some of the best fishing rivers and lakes in France, as well as something like a third of France's coastline, giving a great variety for keen anglers.
Fishing permits can be bought for a day, two-week or annual period, and will cover fishing in the whole department. So if you buy a permit in Morbihan, you can fish throughout Morbihan. In addition you can also pay an extra fee to upgrade your permit to cover all of Brittany.
Horse Riding
From beach rides to treks on the heath, Brittany promises an unforgettable time as you explore some of its 2000 kilometres of bridle paths (signposted with orange markers making it easy to find your way on the Equibreizh trail). The diversity of its scenery, its myths and legends and its mild climate make Brittany a unique place, ideal for discovering on horseback.
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Walking
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Brittany has more waymarked walking trails than any other part of France and provides an extraordinary variety of landscape and history to enjoy en route. The exceptional coastal path is well known, but walking the wild interior can be just as dramatic, and there are also many interesting towns to explore on foot.
It is worth remembering that many secret places in Brittany – lonely menhirs, sacred healing springs, medieval ruins, isolated chapels, rare flora and fauna, hidden river valleys and tiny islands across narrow causeways that vanish at high tide – are only accessible on foot. |
Cycling
Cycling is very popular in Brittany; the roads are uncrowded and well maintained and there are many off-road cycle routes in the area.
Enjoy long leisurely cycle rides along the well-maintained River Blavet towpath. It is possible to cycle for many miles on the level towpath and a great way to discover the area. For a more energetic ride, explore the local country lanes and cycle routes |
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Watersports
The choice of watersports is huge: dinghy sailing, sea kayaking, windsurfing, jetskiing, kite surfing, canoeing, body surfing, canoeing, sand yachting, scuba diving, waterskiing, parascending, and motor or sail cruising.
Other sports & activities
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Near to Le Guily are
tennis, archery, clay pigeon shooting, quad biking and go karting |
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