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Brittany/Breizh
Brittany received its modern name when it was settled in approximately 500 AD by Britons. Breton history is one of struggle for independence. Initially from the Franks 5th-9th century, the Counts of Anjou and the Dukes of Normandy in 10th-12th century, and finally from England and France. More on Brittany and its history
Breton-Celtic trails
Transceltic has suggested some places of interest when visiting Brittany, but there are many more for you to discover on your journey. We have located them in a series of trails or tours in the departments of Brittany:
- East trail: Ille Et Vilaine/Il-ha-Gwilen
- North trail: Cotes D'Armor/Aodou-an-Arvor
- South trail: Finistere/Penn-ar-Bed
- West trail: Morbihan/Mor-Bihan
- and also Nantes/Nanoud
The trails take you through ancient sites of pre-history and along dramatic and beautiful coastlines visiting villages and towns on the way. At the same time sample some of the distinctive cuisine and wherever possible we would encourage you to buy goods produced in Brittany.