Camping Douarnenez

Coves, golden beaches, rocky coastline and old fishing villages... what a bay this is... If you can't quite manage a long enough hol to hike the full 1,800-kilometre length of the GR 34 (tsk), an alternative option is the splendid Douarnenez Sardine Trail, meandering from town to the old port of Rosmeur which was once home to hundreds of sardine fishing boats. You'll pass the teeny village of Plomarc'h along the way, a small hillside settlement overlooking the port and the bay, and these days home to an animal park and critters ambling around. Those seeking to delve into local history and fishing heritage can potter around Douarnenez's Port Musée too, one that should enthrall even les enfants because of its floating museum on five harbourside boats. You can also drop into the town tourist office to see what guided tours are on offer when you're there, and keep an eye out for info on Douarnenez's historic festivals including the boat festivals and the Fête des Mouettes.