In Benodet and Quimper there are plenty of attractions to see and things to do. Simply click on the headings below for more information on the attraction of your choice.

Pont-l'Abbé

Pont-l'Abbé's name comes from a bridge (pont in french) which was built in that place, before the 10th century by the Abbots of Loctudy. In the 13th century, the first quay was built. Today the old castle from the Barons du Pont was transformed in the 18th century into an impressive building still retaining its 15th century bell tower with its thin turret. It is now used as a the Townhall and the tower contains the Bigouden Museum. Pont-l'Abbé is capital of the Bigouden country, probably the Breton region which has both the richest and the most long-lived traditions. Its most famous characteristic became the unique clothing and came to symbolise the whole of Brittany and sometimes France itself. Bigouden costume is most original and is still worn, for example, during festivals, where it lends a picturesque note to the scene.