- The scallop (Coquille Saint-Jacques) is celebrated with a Festival in the Brittany port of Paimpol (22 Côtes d’Armor, Brittany) 20 – 21 April 2024! – see https://fetedelacoquillestjacques.fr/
- The Festival de Chants de Marins d’Europe – or the European Singing Sailors Festival takes place in Paimpol 8 -10 August 2025 – see www.paimpol-festival.fr
Every year the Spring Scallop Festival (Fête de la Coquille St-Jacques) is held in one of the west Brittany ports around Paimpol (22 Côtes d’Armor, Brittany). This area regards itself as the “Capital of the Scallop”, with a vibrant fish market serviced by the local fishing boats – lobsters, scallops, spider crabs are usually available. More info on the Scallop Festival
North of Paimpol, the so-called Goëlo Coast is a must for lovers of the outdoors. Take the GR34 old customs officers’ path around the peninsula from the active fishing village of Loguivy-de-la-Mer to Pors-Even, taking in the magnificent views and historic town of Ploubazlanec.
This is far Brittany, a long way from the rest of France, its customs, language and culture.
Just south of Paimpol is the maritime abbey of Beauport, which is well worth a visit
To the north of the port of Paimpol you can get a ferry for a trip to the Isle of Brehat.! (no vehicles)
For more info on the Spring Scallop Festival see www.cotesdarmor.com
Best rates for Hotels and other accommodation in and around Paimpol such as self-catering in the Lighthouse Keeper’s cottage.
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