With its seaside path, this most beautiful village in France reveals breathtaking landscapes in winter

This is a place in France that promises an unforgettable winter getaway, à only 3 hours from Paris.

France is full of magical places to visit in winter, each with its own charm. Renowned for its ever-changing natural landscapes, secluded beaches perfect for long walks and spectacular views, Brittany is a region of incredible beauty. very special in this season. It is the ideal region to recharge your batteries in peace and quiet, the opportunity to clear your head while enjoying breathtaking natural panoramas. Among its jewels, this place reveals a unique natural setting in winter.

It is by walking along the path of a natural pink granite coast that we discover this old fishing hamlet which reveals a magnificent panorama between sky and sea. It is no coincidence that it was voted “Favorite Village of the French” in 2015 in the show by Stéphane Bern on France 2: this little corner of paradise reveals gigantic rocks sculpted by the sea and the wind with a unique pink color and surprising shapes (like the rock of La Tête de mort or Le Chapeau de Napoléon), à make the most beautiful reefs in the world shine. 

The chapel on the GR34 trail à Ploumanac'h. © aquaphoto – stock.adobe.com

Today attached to Perros-Guirec, this Breton hamlet reveals a unique landscape with the deep blue sea contrasting with the pink of the rocks and sand. We will take the time to contemplate the ocean while walking on its customs path before learning about fishing on foot, going for a stroll in the picturesque streets of its small port the soothing atmosphere or climb to the top of its iconic Mean Ruz lighthouse to admire a 360-degree view… Welcome to Ploumanach, the ideal refuge for a winter getaway in the great outdoors.

You can then continue the coastal walk to across the Armorican moors by this long-distance hiking trail on the Breton coast, the famous GR®34, which will take you to Castel à Trébeurden, a rocky point covered in woods and also with impressive pink granite formations facing the Milliau Island. If your wallet allows it, stop for lunch or a night at the iconic Castel Beau Site hotel, located on the beach of Saint-Guirec. Lovers of nature and breathtaking landscapes, hikers, photographers or simply curious, what are you waiting for to go to this jewel of the Breton coast ?