Festivals in Britanny
All season, discover the richness of the Breton heritage through the festivals
Dances, music, sports and traditional games, historical heritage, many traditional festivals are there to testify. They will give you the opportunity to discover the different facets of Breton culture, close to your campsite in southern Brittany.
The Festival de Cornouaille in Quimper
In July
Just 30 minutes from the campsite, discover the Festival de Cornouaille, with nearly 180 shows and entertainments: Bagadou (Musical groups) parades, children’s entertainment, bell ringers’ competitions, traditional music concerts, music from round the world, Festou-noz, courses, discovery concerts, workshops, dance shows, summer university, exhibitions, the election of the Queen of Cornouaille.
Festival Festidreuz in Fouesnant
In July
Just 25 minutes from the campsite, Festidreuz is a festival for the whole family. For three days, time stands still and age is no longer an issue… it's all about having fun.
From children to teenagers, newlyweds to retirees, there's something for everyone.
The Festival des Vieilles Charrues in Carhaix
In July
This Pop rock festival attracts of course a majority of young adults, but you also see whole families there, all generations mingling together as in the early days. As time has passed the good-natured atmosphere and eclectic mix of the music of the Vieilles Charrues has won everyone over.
There is something for everyone. Come and enjoy the friendly ambiance and enjoy the music of this festival like no other with internatioanl bands & singers.
The Festival de Cornouaille in Quimper
In July
Just 30 minutes from your campsite, discover the Festival de Cornouaille, with nearly 180 shows and events.
The programme includes traditional music concerts, world music, entertainment for young audiences, festoù-noz, courses, workshops, discovery concerts, Bagadoù parades, bell-ringing competitions, dance shows, a summer university, exhibitions and the election of the Queen of Cornouaille.
The Fete des Brodeuses in Pont-l’Abbe
In July
Just 10 minutes from the campsite, La Fete des Brodeuses in Pont-l’Abbe is a family festival promoting for 3 days the Breton and Bigouden traditions. Bagadous (musical groups) and Celtic circles spread through the streets, enlivening the scenes and mixing in a giant finale to pay homage to the Reine des Brodeuses (Queen of the embroiderers).
Festival du Bout du Monde in Crozon
In August
The Festival du Bout du Monde is a multi-cultural/music of the world style festival which apart from its program, is renowned for its warm, family atmosphere. The beauty of the site and the welcome (campsite and parking free of charge, cookery of the world village, children’s area, public transport available, etc.).
Festival Interceltique de Lorient
In August
1 hour 15 minutes from the campsite, this festival offers an international vision of Celtic culture seen from all angles. 500 musicians, singers, dancers, visual artists, academics, film makers from Scotland, Ireland, Wales, Cornwall, the Isle of Man, Galicia, Asturias, Brittany, the USA, Canada and Australia all get together to promote their culture….
A huge parade (free) attracts more than 40.000 people on the first Sunday of the festival regrouping all of these participants.