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WHAT TO DO IN CARNAC?

Carnac and its surroundings offer a concentrated experience of nature, sea, and heritage: walks, menhirs, water activities, parks, markets, and discoveries for all ages.

Carnac: A Stay in Brittany for Young and Old

Carnac, located in southern Brittany in the department of Morbihan, is an iconic village renowned for its fine sandy beaches and famous menhir alignments.

Whether you’re with family, as a couple, or with friends, Carnac offers a multitude of activities for both young and old: swimming, hiking, water sports, cultural visits, markets…

Ideally located between Quiberon and Vannes, our gites allow you to discover a region that is both culturally rich and deeply marked by Celtic myths.

Activities for Children Teens

Besides the beach, little ones will have plenty to fill their stay! Beach combing of course, swimming, bird watching, bike rentals, ice cream tasting, but that’s not all! Discover the activities near the gites in Carnac, Plouharnel, La Trinité sur mer, Ploemel, Auray, Vannes, Branféré, Lizio…

Forest Adrenaline near Carnac: For thrill-seekers Less than 10 minutes by car from the gites

Prehistory Museum in Carnac Workshops are regularly organized during school holidays © Michel Renac

The Little Train The ideal way to discover Carnac its famous menhirs

Sailing lessons or kayak outings
The Yacht Club of Carnac La Trinité-sur-mer offer courses and outings

The Little Delirium continued © Otac

Rosalie Rental
A mythical car to discover Carnac © Armor Evasion

Menhirs Equestrian Center in Carnac Rides lessons for children adults © Menhirs Equestrian Center

The Ploemel Karting Track
For budding drivers

A Wide Range of Activities in Carnac

  • Le Petit Délire: outdoor play and activity park (trampolines, inflatable structures, water platform, animals). From 2 years old.
  • La Forêt Adrénaline: treetop adventure course in the forest with 210 stations and 13 courses, from 1 m to 17 m high.
  • The Pop-Corn Labyrinth: 5 km of paths and Breton games in Ploemel. 1.5 hours of nature adventure.
  • Menhirs Equestrian Center: pony rides in the forest and dunes.
  • Rosalie Ride: family vehicle half-bike half-car, emblematic of Carnac.
  • The Little Train: guided tour of Carnac and La Trinité-sur-Mer.
  • Rex Cinema in Carnac and Les Arcades Cinema in Auray: daily screenings.
  • Armelle’s Carousel: traditional merry-go-round near Luna Park, ideal for children and teens.
  • Kart 56 in Ploemel: largest karting track in Morbihan, from 3 years old.
  • Carnac Yacht Club: courses and boat rentals for the whole family.
  • Le Master in Carnac: bowling and billiards.

In the Surrounding Area: More Outing Ideas

Take advantage of your stay to combine local discoveries and moments of relaxation. Carnac and its surroundings offer an exceptional playground for the whole family.

Activities for Adults

Take advantage of this stay in Brittany to discover Carnac and its surroundings. The tranquility of the gites and the invigorating sea air of Le Pô allow you to combine activities relaxation. Whether you’re contemplative or sporty, you’ll surely find something to enjoy! Here are some suggestions…

The famous Menhir alignments in Carnac
An unmissable 4 km walk among the menhirs, dolmens, … © menhirs-carnac.fr
Prehistoric Museum in Carnac: the most complete collection in Europe
Whether the weather is beautiful or rainy, an activity to learn everything about this era © Locmariaquer tourist office
Discover Vannes, a medieval city center, the castle its ramparts
© Ouest France
Saint Goustan, the adorable historic port of Auray A must-visit, Middle Ages architecture © Roselyne Genest

Discover the islands of Morbihan: Groix, Hoedic, Houat, Ile aux Moines, … © Compagnie Océane

The Saint Laurent golf course
Less than 10 minutes by car from Carnac © Golf St Laurent
Tree climbing in Carnac
The Adrenaline Forest for thrill-seekers © Adrenaline Forest
Wellness relaxation at the Carnac Thalasso
© Thalasso Carnac 56

Walks

  • The Carnac menhirs on foot, by bike, on horseback or by little train. Must-see. To be complemented with a visit to the Prehistoric Museum.
  • Discovering the islands: Belle-Île, Groix, Houat, Hoëdic, Île-aux-Moines, Île d’Arz. Boat crossings with maritime companies, bike rentals on site.
  • Beaches of Pô and the region: sunbathing, shore fishing, swimming depending on the tide.

For sports enthusiasts

Relaxation

Exploring the surroundings

  • Auray: medieval streets, Saint-Goustan port (15 min by car).
  • Vannes: historic center, ramparts, port, summer historical festivals (25 min by car).
  • Quiberon Peninsula: Wild Coast, sweet specialties like niniches.

The markets

  • Carnac: Wednesday and Sunday mornings, + night market on Thursdays in summer with Breton entertainment.
  • Auray: large market on Monday mornings, small organic market on Friday afternoons.
  • La Trinité-sur-Mer: Tuesday and Friday mornings.
  • Locmariaquer: Tuesday mornings.
  • Erdeven: Thursday mornings.
  • Quiberon: Saturday mornings in the city center + market at Port Haliguen from mid-June to mid-September, and nighttime craft market in July-August (8 PM to midnight).
  • Baden: Sunday mornings.

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