Brittany
Latest news and important information from Brittany.
French clichés: Does it really rain all the time in Brittany?
Mention to a French person that you're heading to Brittany and they're probably tell you to take an umbrella - but does the area deserve its reputation as the rain capital of France?
Climate refuge: Can you really escape the French heatwaves in Brittany?
As heatwaves intensify across France, a growing number of holidaymakers are turning to Brittany - long associated with rain and cooler temperatures, the region is increasingly being seen as a refuge from extreme heat. But in reality, it's not that simple.
Why is Brittany the only region in France that doesn't have motorway tolls?
If you're driving on French motorways you will be expected to pay a toll charge - unless you're in Brittany. Here's why:
Discover France: 7 reasons to visit Rennes
There are many reasons to visit the capital of the north-western French region of Brittany – here are just seven…
Brittany vs Vendée: Which area has the most beautiful coastline?
We can all agree that France has a lot of stunning coastline, and when heading to western France you really are spoiled for choice - here Emma Pearson and Genevieve Manfield go head-to-head on the respective merits of Brittany and La Vendée.
All you need to know about buying a second home in Brittany or Normandy
As part of The Local's new series on second-homes in France, here is everything you need to know (the good, the bad, and the ugly) about purchasing property in the north-west France regions of Brittany and Normandy, according to both readers and experts.
Why more and more tourists are flocking to Brittany
The western French region of Brittany has seen the biggest tourism growth in France - so why are more and more people flocking there?
REVEALED: What are France's best beaches and coastal resorts?
The Local asked readers for their top tips for places to visit along the French coast and we were overwhelmed with suggestions for beautiful beaches, off-the-beaten-track villages and lively resorts.
French town of Nantes votes for referendum on exiting Pays-de-la-Loire region
The French city of Nantes is to hold a referendum on exiting the Pays-de-la-Loire region and becoming part of Brittany instead.
Hundreds booked for Covid violations as mass French rave ends
More than 1,200 revellers were booked for breaking coronavirus restrictions as an illegal rave in northwestern France ended on Saturday after more than two days of partying that saw clashes with police.
Campaign launched to fund new Statue of Liberty in Brittany
A campaign has been launched to fund another Statue of Liberty in France... this time destined for Brittany.
Map: Fuel shortages hit France and leave motorists in Brittany running on empty
Motorists in several parts of France continue to suffer from fuel shortages due to the ongoing 'yellow vest' blockades or petrol depots continue, with the Brittany region the hardest hit.
Petrol shortages hit Brittany as 'yellow vests' block fuel depots
The ongoing yellow vest protests have seen petrol stations in parts of Brittany suffering fuel shortages, leading to restrictions being imposed on the amount motorists are allowed to buy.
Is the French region of Brittany set to get a lot bigger?
One third of voters in the Loire-Atlantique department have signed a petition asking to become part of neighbouring Brittany. But will this actually happen?
A wee dram, s'il vous plait: Meet France's new whisky makers
Japan stunned traditional whisky-makers by exploding onto the market and winning over connoisseurs of the tipple. Now, entrepreneurs in France -- a country better known for cognac -- are throwing themselves into the once exclusive world of whisky.
'Brittany is not a second home!': Separatists lash out at property speculators
A group of Breton nationalists has denounced the number of second homes in Brittany, launching a campaign against "real estate speculation" in the region popular with British holidaymakers and home owners.
Pot of gold found in abandoned French house
A demolition team called in to tear down an abandoned house in western France this week struck gold - literally.
Move over Bordeaux: Could Brittany soon rule France's wine map?
Brittany, the region of northwestern France, is renowned for its beaches, seagulls and delicious seafood - but one of the last things you'd associate with the area is local wine.
22 photographs that will make you want to move to Brittany right now
Brittany, the stunning region on France's west coast has long attracted tourists and settlers alike. When you look at these stunning images by photographer Jennifer Hughes, who relocated to Brittany from the UK 13 years ago, you'll see why.
Brittany 'apocalypse': Hurricane Ophelia brings yellow skies and burning odour
Brittany in western France had an apocalyptic feel on Monday as the sky turned yellow and the air was filled with the smell of burning.
Deadly sea creatures wash up on Brittany’s beaches
Beachgoers in western France have been warned after potentially deadly Portuguese Man o' War were washed up on the shores of Brittany.
Woman dies in France after being dragged for 5 km underneath van
A woman has died in a horrific road accident in Brittany in which she was hit by a vehicle and then dragged along the road underneath it for five kilometres before the driver released that her body was there.
Football: Neymar braced for French culture shock in PSG debut
After dazzling Rio's imposing Maracana and Barcelona's storied Camp Nou, the world's most expensive footballer Neymar will be welcomed to French football on Sunday at Guingamp's humble 17,000-capacity Stade du Rouduorou in sleepy Brittany.