Douarnenez .... In French: "Earth Island".
City Douarnenez result of the merger in 1945 of common Douarnenez ("Douarnenez-center"), Tréboul, and Ploaré Pouldavid become today the districts of Grand-Douarnenez.
The origin of Douarnenez itself goes back much further.
Douarnenez, well known for its fish canneries, is much less for its Gallo-Roman. Nevertheless, both stories have in common a major player: the sardine. The path of the sardine, circuit path, was designed to share with you this unique history.
Douarnenez this, firstly, a picturesque urban heritage consists of former canning factory owners of houses, families of fishermen and workers of Sardinerie. On the other hand, seaside villas, the largest to the smallest, dot the neighborhood Tréboul.
THINGS TO SEE AND DO
The port of Rosmeur.
The Port Museum: With nearly 250 boats inscribed in its registers, the port-museum of Douarnenez has the first French collection of traditional boats. 5,000 objects complete this collection: engines, sails, nets, canning machines, paintings... Presentation of the museum collection that showcases the maritime maritime know-how. From fishing to pleasure, from Brittany and European shores to those of Africa or the Pacific, the museum presents about thirty life-size boats and hundreds of objects. Coastal traditions such as the modernization of navigation are illustrated by the collection. The famous activity of canning fish is represented in a new space.
The path of the sardine: The path of the sardine is a walk of about two hours to discover Douarnenez and its history.
Tristan Island is an island located not far from Douarnenez, property of the Conservatoire du littoral. It is a classified island, accessible at low tide (prohibited unaccompanied, inquire). At the turn of a road, the island reveals its secrets: the fort of Napoleon III, the old canneries, the master house of the Richepin family, the terrible legends of Guy Eder of La Fontenelle...
The natural site of Plomarc'h: Pleasant walk between sea and countryside offering a panoramic view of the bay of Douarnenez. Playground for children, traditional Breton village and educational farm.
The archaeological site: Free access and accessible on foot by the coastal path of Plomarc'h. The archaeological site of Douarnenez is one of the most important Gallo-Roman industrial sites in northern Europe. The Romans made "garum", a fish-based condiment.
The coastal path of the White Rocks: Since the marina which hosts many nautical competitions, the seaside path allows access to the various beaches of Tréboul. The view of the bay is remarkable. The lake, exceptional for water activities is always animated by the sailing school.
The Thalasso: Rest and well being.
Boating: boat trip, water sports: catamaran, dinghy, kayak, windsurfing.
Equestrian center: walk and courses...
Art Gallery: artists exhibition.
