The southernmost municipality of Brittany, in the Morbihan, Pénestin takes place on the banks of the Vilaine, also unveiling more than twenty-five kilometers of coastline on the Atlantic Ocean. It is located about fifty kilometers from Vannes, between the Gulf of Morbihan and the Regional Natural Park of Briere.
Common created after the French Revolution, in 1790, Pénestin has had a human occupation since prehistoric times, as evidenced by the standing menhirs. Long agricultural city turned to milling and salt harvest, it was also the site of a gold mine in the late nineteenth century.
Its unique natural setting, ideal location and architectural heritage make it a popular tourist destination in the region.
Built at the end of the 19th century, Saint-Gildas Church is located on the remains of an older building. Of neo-Gothic style, it reveals several statues including one of its patron saint, Gildas. While strolling in the commune, do not miss either the cemetery which formerly surrounded the old church.
Realized in the nineteenth century, the ordeal of Christ crucified with a snake at his feet does not lack interest.
On Tréhiguier, you can discover the lighthouse of the late nineteenth century which now houses the mussel house, dedicated to the culture of the mussel mussel. From the end of the 18th century, the old Saint-Yves chapel became a fish shop worth a visit, just like the 17th century manor house.
The menhir of the White Stone still stands proudly, standing four meters tall, entirely in white quartz. Not far away, you can admire the remains of a dolmen in the form of a granite cover table.
In a house of the Clos du Cocqueret, it is possible to discover a beautiful tapestry listed Historical Monuments.
Many hiking trails allow to discover the surrounding nature, like the cliff, a geological site classified as unique in Europe and hosting paragliding departures.
Several beaches also allow to enjoy sunny days like those of Goulumer, Loscolo, Branzais, Maresclé, Anse de Camaret, Poudrantais, Logo, Men-Armor, La Mine d ' Now, Bile, Loguy, or Palandrin.
