Carnac Travel Guide

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Photo provided by © ATOUT FRANCE/Michel Angot
Photo provided by © ATOUT FRANCE/Michel Angot
Photo provided by © ATOUT FRANCE/Michel Angot
Carnac
Carnac

A pretty town in southern Brittany, Carnac has something for everyone, with its beaches, activities and cultural heritage dating back to prehistoric times!

Situated in the department of Morbihan, a region with over 550 megalithic sites, Carnac can certainly hold its own, as it's home to the world-famous Carnac megalithic site. Here you'll find menhirs, tumuli, dolmens and other standing stones incredibly aligned over two and a half miles and still full of mystery today. You'll certainly wonder why these stones are standing upright and in alignment. Come to the site, which is in the process of being awarded UNESCO world heritage status, and come up with your own theory! Walks and activities are on offer all year round to make your visit even more interesting.

As Brittany's sunniest town, Carnac is also well known for its pine forest-lined fine sandy beaches between the Gulf of Morbihan and Quiberon Bay come and enjoy a dip or the many water sports on offer, such as surfing, sailing, land sailing, jet-skiing, kitesurfing, paddleboarding or kayaking. If water sports are your thing, needless to say Carnac won't disappoint!

The town is also known for its thalassotherapy with the Institut de thalassothérapie de Carnac, as well as its many spas and beauty centres for total relaxation.

When it comes to food, you can enjoy Breton specialities, such as oysters, seafood, crêpes and Breton waffles, not to mention cider and Kouign-amann, or butter cake.

If you're still not convinced by the many attractions this Breton seaside resort has to offer, numerous activities are available all year round, such as markets, concerts, exhibitions, nature walks and adventure parks, to name just a few. Carnac is a lively town!

Getting to Carnac is easy by car from Paris, or by high-speed train to Auray, which is the nearest station. If you prefer to travel by air, Nantes Airport is nearby with connections to London.

Le Celtique & Spa
Le Celtique & Spa
4 out of 5
82 avenue des Druides, ou 17 avenue de Kermario, Carnac
The price is £197 per night from 8 Jul to 9 Jul
£197
8 Jul - 9 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Carnac. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a marina. Popular attractions Carnac Beach and Casino Circus de Carnac are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (34 reviews)
"Location was great stayed two night first night ate at the Hotel Restaurant food was the best I have had in a long time. Second night did not eat there didn’t like the new menu."

Reviewed on 19 Sep 2024

Le Celtique & Spa
Hôtel & Spa - Thalazur Carnac
Hôtel & Spa - Thalazur Carnac
4 out of 5
2 avenue de l'Atlantique, Carnac, Morbihan
The price is £134 per night from 8 Jul to 9 Jul
£134
8 Jul - 9 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Carnac. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Carnac Beach and Casino Circus de Carnac are ...
"A good spa option helpful on a rainy day. Food and dining overall not great. Luckily plenty of restaurants around."

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2023

Hôtel & Spa - Thalazur Carnac
Lann Roz
Lann Roz
3 out of 5
36 avenue de la Poste, Carnac
The price is £106 per night from 8 Jul to 9 Jul
£106
8 Jul - 9 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Carnac. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Carnac Beach and Casino Circus de Carnac are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (90 reviews)
Noisy but Nice
"Walk up to room was difficult because of luggage. The room was adequate, but just above the restaurant. At night it was noisy until 11 -12 pm."

Reviewed on 18 May 2024

Lann Roz
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Apartment Océan by Interhome
Apartment Océan by Interhome
Carnac
Stay at this apartment in Carnac. Enjoy laundry facilities. Popular attractions Carnac Beach and Casino Circus de Carnac are located nearby.
Apartment Océan by Interhome
Apartment for 4pers at 10min walk from the Grande Plage of Carnac
Apartment for 4pers at 10min walk from the Grande Plage of Carnac
Carnac
Apartment for 4pers at 10min walk from the Grande Plage of Carnac
House between land and sea
House between land and sea
Carnac
Stay at this beach villa in Carnac. Enjoy a beach locale, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Carnac Beach and Plage de Saint-Colomban are located ...
House between land and sea
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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has undergone some upgrading since last visit a few years ago. Would certainly go back

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