Things to do in Concarneau
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Maison du Patrimoine
Between 15 June and 15 September, the walled town can also be accessed through this old house, which has exhibits on the town's history – ask for an English-language brochure. Once you're within the walls, rue Vauban and place St-Guénolé outside are enchanting for their old stone houses converted into shops, restaurants and galleries.
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Vedettes Glenn
In July and August four-hour river trips (adult/child €27/13, sailing 2.15pm Tuesday to Friday and Sunday) sail from Concarneau along the gorgeously scenic estuary of the River Odet. Boat trips also operate to the Îles de Glénan – a cluster of nine little islands about 20km south of Concarneau – starting at €26/13.
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Le Venezia
This cosy, Italian-inspired restaurant just off the main waterfront drag brims with diners and no wonder - its pastas, fish and salads are all bellissimo. There are two tiny steps out the front, but otherwise excellent wheelchair access includes an internal ramp.
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La Porte au Vin
Highly recommended, this place in the centre of the walled city is a lovely spot in fine weather, with a pretty patio terrace shaded by a red awning. It's consistently strong on traditional cooking (which in Concarneau means fish), as well as its excellent crêpes.
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Château de Keriolet
This impressive building is an exquisite example of 19th-century architecture. Its intriguing Russian connections are revealed during a guided tour. The castle is a well-signed five-minute drive from town (turn right just before the large Leclerc supermarket).
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Crêperie du Grand Chemin
This cheerful, cobalt-blue painted place is great for authentic Breton crêpes, with seafood crêpes a specialty, but even the most basic crêpe au beurre (buttered crêpe) will melt in your mouth.
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Santa Maria Fishing Trips
To reel in some fish of your own, the Santa Maria sets out on four-hour sea-angling trips daily in July and August from quai d'Aiguillon near the tourist office. All-day deep sea fishing expeditions (08:00 to 18:00) cost around €80.
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Aux Remparts
Enjoy a very Breton lunchtime menu of fish soup, moules frites and Breton prune cake, far. Aux Remparts also has an inventive range of savoury crêpes such as mushrooms in cream sauce.
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Maison Courtin
One of Concarneau's last functioning canneries, Maison Courtin, conducts tours including a film of the cannery in peak production and free sampling. Contact the cannery or the tourist office for tour times.
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La Verrière
Barbecued fish is the speciality of Concarneau's hippest hang-out, set around a covered courtyard garden. You can also drop by for tapas or just a drink and take advantage of the free wi-fi.
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Marinarium
Founded in 1859, the Concarneau Marinarium is the world's oldest institute of marine biology. Alongside its 10 aquariums are exhibits on oceanography and marine flora and fauna.
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Musée de la Pêche
Concarneau's seafaring traditions, offshore fishing trawlers, model ships and fishing exhibits feature at the ever-popular Musée de la Pêche, in the middle of the walled town.
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La Torchette
One of the enticing biscuiteries within Ville Close is La Torchette, with chocolate sculptures and Breton biscuits by the bucketful.
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Vedettes Odet
Vedettes Odet also runs boat trips - check with the tourist office or direct for seasonal sailing schedules and departure points.
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Markets
There's a covered market on place Jean Jaurès and a busy open-air market in the same square on Monday and Friday.
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La Croisiere
Just back from the boat-filled marina, the lively La Croisiere is a local fave for its seafood straight off the boat.
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Walking & Cycling
The tourist office sells two excellent guides: Balades au Pays des Portes de Cornouaille (€2.50; in French), describing 18 walks around Concarneau; and VTT de Cornouaille (€3.50), outlining 39 cycling circuits.
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