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Things to see in Douarnenez (France): 18 places and when to go
Douarnenez is a town in France, and this site lists 18 places in and around it, mainly History (8), Temples (7), Architecture (2). The best known are Baie de Douarnenez, Locronan Parish close and Notre Dame de Roscudon Church. The best time to come is March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 15 h 50 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 10. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- France · 48.0966, -4.3394
- Places
- 18 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (8) · Temples (7) · Architecture (2) · With kids (2) · Hiking (2) · Nature (1)
- Best time
- March to October.
- Also possible
- November to February.
- Nearest airport
- BOD Bordeaux, 458 km as the crow flies
What to see in Douarnenez
The places in and around Douarnenez, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Baie de DouarnenezBay in French Brittany9.1 km
- Locronan Parish closeChurch located in Finistère, in France9.8 km
- Notre Dame de Roscudon ChurchChurch located in Finistère, in France13 km
- Lesconil gallery graveGallery grave in Poullan-sur-Mer, France3.0 km
- Allée couverte de KerbalannecGallery grave in Beuzec-Cap-Sizun, France8.7 km
- Chapelle Notre-Dame-de-Bonne-NouvelleChapel located in Finistère, in France9.6 km
- Chapelle Notre-Dame-de-la-Clarté de Plonévez-PorzayChapel located in Finistère, in France6.6 km
- chapelle Sainte-Anne-la-PaludChapel located in Finistère, in France7.2 km
- Chapelle Sainte-Marie-du-Menez-HomChapel located in Finistère, in France14 km
- Notre-Dame (Confort-Meilars)Church located in Finistère, in France8.3 km
- Menhir de LuguenezArchaeological site14 km
- Phare du MillierLighthouse in Finistère, France9.4 km
- Moulin de KerioletArchitecture9.2 km
- AquashowWith kids · Wildlife16 km
- Chemin des Douaniers, Pentrez - Pointe du RazHiking12 km
- Douarnenez Aqua ClubDive site2 m
- Pont-Croix Archéosite, Le village 1358With kids14 km
- Tour du Cap SizunHiking7.5 km
When to go to Douarnenez
The best time to visit Douarnenez is March to October; also possible: November to February. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible8:34
- FebPossible9:58
- MarBest time11:35
- AprBest time13:25
- MayBest time14:58
- JunBest time15:50
- JulBest time15:28
- AugBest time14:07
- SepBest time12:20
- OctBest time10:33
- NovPossible8:58
- DecPossible8:10
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 50 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 10. In June, 18 of the 18 places are at their best.
When to go to France in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Douarnenez
The nearest main airport is Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD, Bordeaux), 458 km as the crow flies. How to get around France (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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And all of France, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Douarnenez?
The best known: Baie de Douarnenez, Locronan Parish close, Notre Dame de Roscudon Church, Lesconil gallery grave, Allée couverte de Kerbalannec. In all, 18 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Douarnenez?
March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 15 h 50 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 10.
How do you get to Douarnenez?
The nearest main airport is Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD), 458 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Douarnenez as the destination and these 18 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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