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That's why you should camp in Carnac:

  • Ideally located near the sheltered bay of Quiberon.
  • Various types of accommodation from simple pitches to comfortable bungalows.
  • Proximity to impressive sights such as the menhirs.
  • Relax on the beach and enjoy a variety of activities such as sailing and cycling.

In Carnac, on the enchanting Atlantic coast of Brittany, a varied holiday experience awaits camping enthusiasts. Here, guests can choose between relaxing on the beach and active adventures such as sailing trips and cycling tours. The fascinating menhirs, which bring history to life, are located in the immediate vicinity. The campsites, located near the picturesque bay of Quiberon, offer both simple pitches and comfortable bungalows to suit all tastes.

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Carnac is a holiday resort on the Atlantic coast of Brittany. Campers and sports enthusiasts alike can relax on the beach. Sailing trips, cycling tours and, above all, visits to the more than 3,000 menhirs lined up in rows guarantee an unforgettable holiday. After their excursions, water lovers will be delighted to find a campsite with a pool where they can splash around and have fun.

Special features of camping in Carnac

Many of Carnac's campsites are located by the sea or just a few kilometres from the coast. The sheltered bay of Quiberon is the ideal setting for a relaxing break. The sights, such as the millennia-old rock formations, are also very close to the accommodation.

Holidaymakers will find plenty of pitches for their motorhomes and caravans. There are also attractive bungalows and mobile homes to rent for guests who are only travelling by car. Visitors can expect both simple campsites and comfortable facilities for families, couples and groups of friends. In the rainy season from November to March, most providers in Carnac close their doors and reopen in April or May.

Getting there

Regardless of which German city holidaymakers are travelling from, from Paris campers generally take the Paris/Rennes A11 motorway and from Rennes the E50 motorway towards Lorient-Auray. Take the Carnac exit to reach your destination.

Travellers from Hamburg like to drive the 1390 km to Paris via Bremen and Essen. Holidaymakers from Berlin drive around 1540 km via Hanover and Liège. The journey from Frankfurt am Main via Metz and Reims, which is around 1060 kilometres long, is comparatively short. Travellers from Munich travel a whopping 1350 km via Stuttgart, Nancy and Troyers. When planning your journey in the summer months, you should be aware of the high volume of traffic. Ideally, you should therefore travel outside the weekends.

If you are travelling long distances by car, motorhome or caravan, you need to plan enough stopovers. A longer break is required after 1000 kilometres at the latest. For a stopover in France, we recommend a campsite away from the motorways. After Paris, for example, there are some beautiful places near Orsay that are ideal for an extended break.

Top 5 sights

  • Stone fields: The 3000 or so prehistoric menhirs, which are arranged over an area of one kilometre, are breathtaking. The tallest is 6.5 metres high.
  • Prehistoric Museum: More than 6600 exhibits from prehistoric times await visitors. The objects come from around one hundred archaeological excavation sites in Morbihan.
  • Market square: Tuesdays are market day in Carnac. Farmers and customers come together to trade on the square.
  • Saint-Cornély church: The church dates back to the 17th century and impresses with its portico, ornate high altar and ornate ceiling paintings.
  • Grand Plage: The two kilometre-long beach with an exclusive yacht club is well worth a detour.

Top 2 insider tips

  • The ancient megalithic fields can be visited throughout the day. However, they are bathed in particularly beautiful light in the early morning or evening hours. When the sun rises or sets, the mysterious area takes on a very special atmosphere. Thanks to the long shadows, the stones look particularly impressive in photos.
  • Holidaymakers will find a service station for motorhomes just 1.5 km from the historic stone fields at Square Illertissen in Carnac Ville. The car park has an emptying facility and an electricity connection. The station in Rue St Cornély is very practical for a short stop.

Activities and excursions

Carnac is particularly famous for its prehistoric stone formations. However, in addition to the historical sights, there are also other activities such as gambling, water sports, cycling tours and boat trips.

Casino

Carnac has an exclusive casino with a programme for the whole family. The gambling machines or a game of poker or roulette provide thrills. Varied shows also enchant the youngsters. The restaurant and bars cater for the physical well-being of guests.

Cycling tours

When camping in Carnac, holidaymakers usually stay close to various cycle paths. Mountain bikes and city bikes are available for hire and nothing stands in the way of a tour along the coastal areas, forests and fields of Brittany. A beautiful route for beginners leads along various beaches to La Trinité-sur-Mer. More experienced cyclists can take the route to the southern tip of the Quiberon peninsula.

Boat trip

The Gulf of Morbihan is a salty inland sea that can be perfectly discovered on sailing or sports boat trips. Fascinating landscapes such as the Wadden Sea, which is the ideal habitat for young animals, and the numerous water birds cast a spell over visitors.

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July / August

  • Place to Mômes Festival: This event takes place every Tuesday in July and August at the Jardin de Césarine theatre on Avenue de la Poste in Carnac. The many surprises for young and old start at 18:00. Circus, dance shows, puppet shows and concerts provide entertainment. Entry is free of charge.
  • Night market: A colourful market takes place in the streets of Carnac Ville every Thursday between 6pm and 11pm. Holidaymakers and locals stroll along the stalls selling fresh produce, handicrafts and souvenirs. Popular folk music groups and bands from the region provide a lovely backdrop.

August

  • Lorient Interceltic Festival: This fascinating spectacle takes place in the neighbouring town of Lorient, around 50 km away. Every year, around 700,000 visitors gather here to listen to the sounds of the Celtic musicians at the parades and concerts. The historical costumes are breathtaking. The bagpipes and drums can be heard in the Moustoir Stadium or in the fishing harbour. In total, guests can expect over 200 shows with around 500 artists.

Gastronomy

The cuisine of Brittany is traditional and flavoursome. Specialities include fish dishes with sea bream, hake and ray. A speciality is cotriade, a fish soup with potato broth and toasted country bread. Mussels and oysters are also frequently found on restaurant menus.

If you prefer something more savoury, you should visit a crêperie and order a galette complète. The wheat flour flatbread is filled with ham, fried egg and savoury grated cheese. Of course, there is also a good selection for those with a sweet tooth. A dessert is usually served after the cheese dessert. A heavenly sin is Far Breton, a casserole made from milk and eggs with prunes. Breton cider is typically drunk with all courses.

Best time to visit

With over 2000 hours of sunshine a year, the Carnac coastline is a delight for outdoor enthusiasts. Overall, temperatures are mild all year round and only fall below freezing in extremely exceptional cases. However, if you are travelling to South Brittany between November and March, you should expect frequent rainfall. With 18 days of rain, January is the wettest month.

Active holidaymakers and bathers prefer to come to the campsites in Carnac between May and October. This is when the thermometer rises to around 18 degrees Celsius and the sea averages up to 16 degrees in August. From May to September, there are up to seven hours of sunshine a day.

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