The Gulf of Morbihan
Discover the Gulf of Morbihan and its many facets changing according to the weather !
The Gulf of Morbihan
The Gulf of Morbihan (“small sea” in Breton), located on the Armorican Atlantic facade, gave its name to the department.
This place is amazing due to its many islands, its changing landscapes according to the vagaries of time and tides, and its countless species of birds ! Let yourself be seduced by the spectacle that gives you the Gulf and its events !
The morbihannais will tell you that in the Gulf “there are as many islands as days in a year !”. There are 300 islands of which thirty are inhabited, all more charming than the others. On most of the inhabited islands, you can go there by boat, to appreciate their beaches, their pedestrian circuits, their businesses, and their breathtaking views of the Gulf. Two of them form a commune: Arz and Île-aux-Moines .
Its micro-climate, its sunshine, and the beauty of its sea coast make the Gulf of Morbihan a must-see tourist spot !
In the Gulf you can find oyster farms, salt marshes, tide mills, traditional sailing boats, and many others, which make the richness of its maritime heritage.
You can also indulge in various water sports, such as sailing, windsurfing, paddling, canoeing, …
And if you are not yet convinced by the magical place that is Gulf of Morbihan , know that it is part of the Club of the Most Beautiful Bays of the World !
