Belle-Isle-en-Terre

The town of Belle-Isle-en-Terre has a very beautiful religious heritage, starting with the chapel of Loc Maria whose 14th century polychrome rood screen has been listed as a Historical Monument. The church of Saint-Jacques-Majeur, the old church of Saint-Jacques or the chapel of the Bois are also interesting.

While in the area, do not forget to visit the mausoleum of Lady Mond. Little girl of the country, this noble lady of the nineteenth century strongly participated in the wealth of the town. He is responsible for the construction of a castle in the city center which now houses the Regional Center of Initiation to the River. The path of the fountains leads directly to this absolutely magical site.

Manor built in the late nineteenth century, the castle Coat-an-Noz is a rectangular home flanked by turrets at its four corners granite and shale. It is now in full restoration.

In Lady Mond's castle, in the city center, you will be able to discover with pleasure the Aquarium des Curieux with its ten aquariums containing representative specimens of the fauna of the rivers of Brittany.

For hikes, head for the Coat-an-Noz and Coat-an-Hay forests. Several fountains can also be admired in the surroundings, like that of Itron-Varia Pendreo and Saint-Jean-Baptiste.

The market is held every Wednesday morning. A Christmas market is also organized in December.

In early June, the city hosts the celebration of Small Papers to discover the mysteries of paper crafts through animations and demonstrations.

For the National Day, around July 14, Belle-Isle-en-Terre features a carnival, fireworks, and a retro ball.

The Blues des Deux Rivières festival is held every year in October, featuring lively jazz and blues concerts.

In December, place at the seed festival with its animations and sales of plants.