Activités à Pont-Aven

Things to See & Do in Pont-Aven

Pont-Aven is a picture-perfect Breton town that’s packed with charm and a great base for families looking for fun things to do and nearby attractions. Famous for its art, history, and buttery biscuits, this riverside village is also close to stunning beaches, coastal walks, and hidden coves just waiting to be explored. Whether you’re enjoying a boat trip, or strolling through the town’s galleries and markets, there’s something for everyone. With a Siblu holiday park nearby, Pont-Aven is the perfect spot for a relaxing and adventure-filled family holiday in Brittany.

Things to do in Pont Aven

  • Une visite dans la ville de Paul Gauguin

    A visit to Paul Gauguin's Village

    Famous for its buttery galette biscuits and as the birthplace of the painting movement that inspired Paul Gauguin, Pont-Aven is a village that captures the spirit of southern Brittany. Stroll along the river that runs through the town, visit its traditional biscuit factories, and explore hidden corners like old watermills, ancient dolmens and menhirs, and the peaceful Bois d'Amour. With its mix of art, history, and local flavour, Pont-Aven offers a colourful blend of experiences that make it truly one of a kind.

  • Concarneau et ses remparts

    Concarneau and its ramparts

    Just a short 30-minute drive from our Pont-Aven campsite, Concarneau is a must-visit walled mini-city with its impressive historic ramparts and charming old town. This beautiful fortified town is perfect for a family day out, walk along the ancient walls, wander through the cobbled streets, and take in the views of the bustling fishing port. For an extra special adventure, hop on a boat to the stunning Glénan Islands, a protected nature reserve known for its crystal-clear waters and unspoilt marine life.

  • La Cornouaille

    La Cornouaille

    Discover Cornouaille, a historic region in southern Finistère known for its rich Breton heritage, pretty coastal towns, and beautiful natural landscapes. From the medieval streets of Quimperlé to the seaside scenery of Fouesnant-Les Glénan and the peaceful riverside of Riec-sur-Bélon, Cornouaille is a beautiful region of Brittany just waiting to be explored with the whole family.

Culture and Activities

Déguster une pâtisserie locale

Food

Pont-Aven galettes, seafood, wheat or buckwheat pancakes and cider.

Unmissable Trips

The Pont-Aven museum, AvenParc, the Trémalo chapel, the Xavier Grall promenade, the many art galleries in Pont-Aven, the Bois d'Amour, the fishing museum, Concarneau...

Surf picto

Sports

In our campsite, enjoy a large heated outdoor swimming pool with a waterslide, a splash zone, a balneotherapy bench. We also have a beautiful heated indoor swimming pool with a waterslide and a paddling pool. In addition: 5 playgrounds for all ages, basketball, volleyball, football, petanque, table tennis, multi-sports ground, daytime and evening entertainment.

Outdoor Activities

Les plages de l'Atlantique

Ocean Beaches

The beaches here all hoist the Blue Flag, such as those of Tahiti; Raguénès, Rospico or Port Manec'h are just 5km away. Not far away, the Glénan archipelago and its small golden sand islands will transport you to other latitudes.

Les sentiers du GR34

GR34 trails

Near our Pont-Aven campsite, there are many trails, including the famous GR34, that runs along the Breton coast for 1,800 km! Take good shoes and go for a family walk.

Aven Parc

Aven Parc

Aven Parc is a huge family leisure park, located right next to the Pont-Aven campsite. A theme park based around pirates and cowboys, a huge maze, mini-golf, a large water slide, a mini-farm... the children will be will love it.

Not to be Missed

  • Le musée de Pont Aven

    Pont-Aven Museum

    The Pont-Aven museum is the best place to understand the soul of Brittany through the works of the painters who settled there and who brought their colours to life on the canvases. You can see the works of Paul Gauguin, Émile Bernard, Charles Laval and other artists.

  • Les randonnées à proximité

    Nearby Walk Trails

    Go for a walk or bike ride along the coastal paths near Pont-Aven. You will discover varied landscapes with steep cliffs, wild beaches and calm coves. For the more adventurous, you can take the path along the River Aven, which leads to the sea.

  • L’île de Groix

    L’île de Groix

    Take the boat from Concarneau to go to the island of Groix. This island is a hidden gem, with its steep cliffs and white sand beaches. In Groix, there are plenty of activities to do: walks or bike rides, scuba diving and water sports. Plus enjoy a local pancake!

Fromage picto

Regional Dishes

Les galettes de Pont-Aven

Galettes de Pont-Aven

L’étrille

Crab

L’amande de mer

Sea almonds

Le fars pod

The fars pod

Le caramel au beurre salé

Salted butter caramel

Les huîtres plates de la rivière de Bélon

Flat oysters from the Bélon river

Day Trips

La biscuiterie de Pont-Aven

The biscuit factory of Pont-Aven

Close your eyes and let yourself be guided by the smell surrounding our Pont-Aven campsite... Do you smell this delicious scent of butter and sugar? Here you are near the famous biscuit factory of Pont-Aven, where the galettes are made!

La Chapelle de Trémalo

The Chapel of Trémalo

Do not miss a visit to the chapel of Trémalo. Dating from the 17th century, it is one of the local architectural gems. The chapel is located on a small islet accessible on foot from the campsite via a bridge.

La ville de Quimper

Quimper

You cannot miss Quimper, the historic capital of Finistère. The city has a magnificent medieval town centre with beautiful cobbled streets and typical Breton houses.

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