Discovery getaway
in Pont-Aven,
the city of painters
Pont-Aven, a harbour town for daydreaming and inspiration
Pont-Aven is more than just a harbor town, it’s a place of dreams and inspiration for all art and nature lovers.
It was here that Paul Gauguin, the famous Fauvist painter, created his school and his most daring works. As you stroll along the banks of the Aven and cross the bridges, you can immerse yourself in the creative, bohemian atmosphere that has seduced so many artists.
Admire the beauty of the landscape, the clarity of the port and the richness of the cultural heritage. Don’t miss the many art galleries, picturesque alleyways and authentic crêperies that make this Breton town so charming. You’ll discover the flavors and colors of a region full of mystery and poetry.
Stroll through the art galleries of Pont-Aven, in the footsteps of Paul Gauguin
If you love painting, you can’t miss a visit to the art galleries of Pont-Aven, a charming little Breton port that inspired Paul Gauguin and his followers.
You can admire the works of these artists, who revolutionized modern art with their bright colors and exotic motifs. The Maison Gauguin museum, with its interactive exhibits, will entertain young and old alike.
You can also stroll through the picturesque lanes, along the river or in the surrounding countryside, and discover the landscapes that seduced Gauguin. Pont-Aven is an ideal place to recharge your batteries and let yourself be carried away by the beauty of art.
Mills, wash houses, etc. a historic town inhabited by its remains
Pont-Aven is a place steeped in history and charm, where you can admire a variety of picturesque landscapes. Following the Chemin Xavier-Grall, you cross the river via small hidden bridges in the style of rusticage; the art of imitating natural wood in reinforced cement, very much in vogue at the end of the 19ᵉ century during which “back to nature” was the fashion wanted by Napoleon III.
You’ll pass ancient washhouses and discover the ruins of old mills. Flowers brighten up stone walls and bridges. In the current, a large pebble called “Gargantua’s hoof” bears witness to the presence of mythical characters in the region.
Not far from the center, above the Bois d’Amour, the Trémalo chapel nestles behind majestic trees. Gauguin immortalized the nave’s colorful crucifix in his painting Le Christ Jaune.
Further on, a magnificent 15ᵉ century tide mill stands alongside the Château du Hénant. On reaching the ocean, the pretty beach of Port-Manech is well worth a visit.
Campsite 15 minutes away
of Pont-Aven
If you’re looking for an ideal destination for a day of cultural and natural discovery, be sure to visit Pont-Aven, the famous town of painters, just 15 minutes from your campsite*** La Grande Lande in Moëlan-sur-Mer.
You’ll be charmed by the charm of its narrow streets, art galleries, museum and magnificent scenery. An entertaining outing not to be missed on your vacation in Brittany!
There are many other incredible places to visit just a stone’s throw from the campsite near Pont-Aven:
