The most beautiful gardens in Finistère
Whether you are passionate about botany, an aesthete or simply curious, discover the magnificent gardens of Finistère.
Here the plants were brought back by the great navigators of the 17th and 18th centuries.
These extraordinary green settings are home to many exotic species acclimatized to the mild Breton climate.
The opportunity to take a break during your stay and admire the natural charm of Finistère.
Set up in a former quarry, this 30-hectare garden is home to plants from all over the world. In the tropical greenhouse, you can discover rare species.
This botanical conservatory is the first to have been created in France. It has also been working since 1975 to protect endangered species and is labeled "remarkable garden".
📍 Address: Jardin du conservatoire botanique national de Brest, rampe du Stang-Alar, 29 200 Brest
⌚ Opening hours: open all year from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. - tropical greenhouse open from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
💶 Prices: from €6 to €8. Free for children under 8.
Located in the town of Saint-Renan, this exotic park invites you on a journey. Admire its palm grove set in a small wooded valley 400 meters long with its tropical path and its footbridge on stilts.
Stroll along the many bamboos and discover the countless tropical species from the four corners of the globe, as well as banana trees and Gunneras.
8 bodies of water complete this plant paradise where aquatic plants rub shoulders with Koi carp.
📍Address: Jardin exotique de Saint-Renan 23 rue l’étain 29 290 Saint-Renan
⌚ Opening hours: open from April to October from 2:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. and until 7 p.m. in summer, including public holidays.
💶 Prices: from €3 to €6.50. Free for children under 5.
This little hidden paradise, nestled in Plougonvelin along the Pointe Saint-Mathieu, was entirely designed by Gaby Quellec, a volunteer who is also a local.
The octogenarian will be delighted to share his knowledge and love of botany.
On the ponds, you can admire some stone models surrounded by fish and frogs.
A total of 4,500 m2 of greenery are available to you, lined with numerous flowers, medicinal, aromatic and tropical plants.
With family or lovers, enjoy this unique moment cut off from the world.
📍Address: between the sea and the road leading from Plougonvelin to Pointe Saint-Mathieu
⌚ Opening hours: open all year
💶 Rates: free
The Barracuda & Spa offers spacious rooms and suites with ocean views. For a weekend or during the holidays, enjoy relaxation in the city of Ponant.
Put down your suitcases in one of the comfortable rooms with a view of the Breton islands.
Why not also enjoy the wellness area with a relaxation pool, a jacuzzi, a hammam, a sauna and Norwegian showers. The Spa welcomes you every day from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Finally, in the evening, the brasserie La Croisette opens its doors to you in a warm and friendly atmosphere. Discover a bistronomic cuisine made with fresh local products.
Don't miss the panoramic view of the boats and the nautical entertainment.
Here the plants were brought back by the great navigators of the 17th and 18th centuries.
These extraordinary green settings are home to many exotic species acclimatized to the mild Breton climate.
The opportunity to take a break during your stay and admire the natural charm of Finistère.
The garden of the Brest botanical conservatory
Set up in a former quarry, this 30-hectare garden is home to plants from all over the world. In the tropical greenhouse, you can discover rare species.
This botanical conservatory is the first to have been created in France. It has also been working since 1975 to protect endangered species and is labeled "remarkable garden".
Practical information
📍 Address: Jardin du conservatoire botanique national de Brest, rampe du Stang-Alar, 29 200 Brest
⌚ Opening hours: open all year from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. - tropical greenhouse open from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
💶 Prices: from €6 to €8. Free for children under 8.
The exotic garden of Saint-Renan
Located in the town of Saint-Renan, this exotic park invites you on a journey. Admire its palm grove set in a small wooded valley 400 meters long with its tropical path and its footbridge on stilts.
Stroll along the many bamboos and discover the countless tropical species from the four corners of the globe, as well as banana trees and Gunneras.
8 bodies of water complete this plant paradise where aquatic plants rub shoulders with Koi carp.
Practical information
📍Address: Jardin exotique de Saint-Renan 23 rue l’étain 29 290 Saint-Renan
⌚ Opening hours: open from April to October from 2:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. and until 7 p.m. in summer, including public holidays.
💶 Prices: from €3 to €6.50. Free for children under 5.
The Vaere garden
This little hidden paradise, nestled in Plougonvelin along the Pointe Saint-Mathieu, was entirely designed by Gaby Quellec, a volunteer who is also a local.
The octogenarian will be delighted to share his knowledge and love of botany.
On the ponds, you can admire some stone models surrounded by fish and frogs.
A total of 4,500 m2 of greenery are available to you, lined with numerous flowers, medicinal, aromatic and tropical plants.
With family or lovers, enjoy this unique moment cut off from the world.
Practical information
📍Address: between the sea and the road leading from Plougonvelin to Pointe Saint-Mathieu
⌚ Opening hours: open all year
💶 Rates: free
Your 4-star hotel in Brest facing the sea
The Barracuda & Spa offers spacious rooms and suites with ocean views. For a weekend or during the holidays, enjoy relaxation in the city of Ponant.
Put down your suitcases in one of the comfortable rooms with a view of the Breton islands.
Why not also enjoy the wellness area with a relaxation pool, a jacuzzi, a hammam, a sauna and Norwegian showers. The Spa welcomes you every day from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Finally, in the evening, the brasserie La Croisette opens its doors to you in a warm and friendly atmosphere. Discover a bistronomic cuisine made with fresh local products.
Don't miss the panoramic view of the boats and the nautical entertainment.
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