Nestled on a peninsula, this former fishing village in Finistère is a gem to discover

If Brittany is full of gems which attract more and more tourists each year, Pays-Bigouden is undoubtedly the place where the most important places in the region are concentrated.

Among them, the Tudy peninsula, a charming little corner where the sea air sneaks between the old stones, for a unique and characterful atmosphere of Brittany.

An island that has become a peninsula over the years

For many years, Île-Tudy was a real islandinsulated to the north towards Combrit by a lagoon which isolated part of the town. But everything changed in 1852, when the construction of the Kermor digue. Now accessible by road, Île-Tudy has nevertheless retained all its beauty as an old fishing village, and there are many boats sailing on the surrounding waves.

Today, the charm of this place, well known to Bretons, remains preserved, as if in a time bubble: the small fishermen's houses, made of stone or painted white and decorated with flowers, are living witnesses of the port era of the village, in the 15th and 16th centuries.

A place to discover by land or sea

On foot, by bike or even by boat, discovering Île-Tudy means discovering splendid landscapes and historical heritage. On the east side, the white sand beaches are an invitation to relax and swim, or even hunt for shells, provided of course that you return your loot to the waves at the end of the day to preserve the ecosystem.

The Perdrix turret, old lighthouse located at the mouth of the An Teir river – locally called the Pont-l'Abbé river –, fascinates photographers with its checkerboard painted facade, rare in the region.

Wildlife enthusiasts and foodies will meet on the west side, for boat trips to observe rare birds, or to taste oystersor even the seafood harvested by fishermen on foot.