Brittany Self-Catering Holidays24 September 2009  Brittany holidays are unlike any other excursion to France, partly because Brittany is a culturally distinct region, due to its strong Celtic heritage. This region of northwestern France encompasses a large peninsula that lies between the Bay of Biscay and the English Channel, offering two distinct coastlines and several popular seaside resorts, as well as numerous inland attractions. The rich blend of cultures, as well as Brittany’s long history and varied geography make a Brittany self-catering holiday a particularly unique experience.
Brittany’s climate is typically warm and temperate, with regular inland rainfall that keeps countryside Brittany cottages surrounded by verdant fields and forests, and sunny coastlines that attract visitors from all over the world throughout the year. Whether they come for a taste of Brittany’s traditional cider or mead, to enjoy festivals that celebrate Brittany’s Celtic heritage and music, to explore the ancient megalithic monuments that are spread throughout the peninsula, or to simply see and be seen while lounging on a pristine beach, travelers who partake in Brittany holidays are sure to find exactly what they are looking for, and much more.
Opting for a Brittany self-catering holiday and renting quaint Brittany cottages in the countryside or a seaside resort has long been a preferred way to experience this rugged and beautiful region at a leisurely pace, while enjoying the privacy and comfort afforded by private holiday rentals. Whether you prefer the medieval island citadel of St. Malo, family-friendly Dinard, or the highly fashionable resort of La Baule, complete with a casino and exclusive boutique shopping, renting private Brittany cottages allows you to explore these seaside resorts to your heart’s content, and then slip away to the peace and tranquility of your private accommodation to rest up for the adventures the next day will bring.
Couples are sure to enjoy meandering through the cobbled streets of Quimper, Brittany’s oldest city, and searching for the perfect piece of Quimperware pottery to take home with them, while families will not want to miss the many famous museums in the popular resort of Nantes or exploring this region’s many fortified towns, exquisitely carved statues scattered throughout medieval villages, and the world-famous Cote de Granit Rose, a 30km stretch of pink granite coastline that is particularly breathtaking at sunset.
And, of course, Brittany holidays are never complete until you have stood in awe of the megalithic monuments that are spread throughout the peninsula, some dating back to before Stonehenge. A large collection of these mysterious structures and markers are located just outside of the popular seaside resort of Carnac, which is also an ideal location for renting Brittany cottages to use as a home base to explore this diverse and fascinating region of France.
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