Plouescat Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo provided by © ATOUT FRANCE/Pierre Torset
Photo provided by © ATOUT FRANCE/Pierre Torset
Photo provided by © ATOUT FRANCE/Pierre Torset
Photo provided by © ATOUT FRANCE/Pierre Torset
Photo "Plouescat" by Moreau.henri (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original

In this coastal village’s charming centre with its 15th-century origins peruse the timber-framed market for local produce.

Plouescat is a pretty village near the sea facing the English Channel. Its green Brittany countryside, quaint centre and stunning water views make it a favourite among campers and RV owners. Relax on the powdery beach sand and enjoy views of the surrounding rock formations.

Talk a long walk along the coastline to see its remarkable rock formations, sand dunes, vast meadows of tall grass and spectacular views of the sea. Rocks take bizarre forms, such as the Rock of the Sprites. Try to spot the southern coast of England in the distance. Have a picnic on the soft, sandy beach and swim in the sea in summer. Local foods include crêpes, pastries, fish and seaweed.

Try your luck at the casino, which adds to the jolly seaside mood of the village centre. Enjoy some of the attractions around Kernic Bay, such as horse racing on the sand. Learn to operate a catamaran at the Porsguen Nautical Centre. Rent kayaks and surfboards at Point Passion Beach.

Learn about the creatures living under the sea at the Océanopolis in Brest. It holds more than 10,000 marine animals. Visit the aquarium and ride the ferry to one of the nearby islands of Ouessant, Molene and Sein.

For a change of scenery, visit the Miellerie de Plouescat and see the creation of honey in all its forms. Learn about the process involved in creating the tasty treat. Try many different types of honey to note slight variances in flavour. Drink chouchenn, a drink made from honey.

The region is mostly agricultural, producing much of France’s artichokes, cauliflower and onions. The village is fairly wet year-round, resulting in an area of green fields and meadows. Locals are known as Plouescatais and a small number still speak the Breton language.

Plouescat is located in Brittany in northwestern France, a 50-kilometre (30-mile) drive from Brest. Fly into Brest Bretagne Airport and rent a car.

Visit Plouescat for a honey-filled time near stunning coastal formations and a sandy beach.

Feet in the water: IMPRENABLE SEA VIEW + JACUZZI

Feet in the water: IMPRENABLE SEA VIEW + JACUZZI

Plouescat
Book a stay at this beach villa in Plouescat. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a water park. Popular attractions Porsmeur Beach and Market Hall are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (42 reviews)
Best terrace on the Nirth Atlantic
"While the house was clean and comfortable, tastefully decorated and obviously a well-renovated quaint older substance building…..NOTHING can top the terrace facing the ocean in the back of the house. With the location of the house at the end of the street and well-situated screens/walls the deck ..."

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2023

Feet in the water: IMPRENABLE SEA VIEW + JACUZZI
  'LE PARADIS BLEU' house "feet in the water" and facing the typically Breton port

'LE PARADIS BLEU' house "feet in the water" and facing the typically Breton port

Plouescat
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Plouescat. Enjoy a beach locale, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Porsmeur Beach and Market Hall ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (64 reviews)
"Wie immer, - die wunderbare Situation oberhalb des Hafens von plouescat,Der Blick aus der breiten fensterfront ist Gold wert."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

'LE PARADIS BLEU' house "feet in the water" and facing the typically Breton port
Best Western Cote des Sables Plouescat

Best Western Cote des Sables Plouescat

3 out of 5
Route de Brest, Palud an Hir, Pont Christ, Plouescat, Finistere
The price is AU$140 per night from 22 Oct to 23 Oct
AU$140
22 Oct - 23 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Plouescat. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Market Hall and Porsmeur Beach are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (140 reviews)
One of our favs
"Always love coming to this hotel, lovely food and staff. Comfy clean and peaceful"

Reviewed on 20 June 2024

Best Western Cote des Sables Plouescat
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.
Feet in the water: IMPRENABLE SEA VIEW + JACUZZI

Feet in the water: IMPRENABLE SEA VIEW + JACUZZI

Plouescat
Book a stay at this beach villa in Plouescat. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a water park. Popular attractions Porsmeur Beach and Market Hall are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (42 reviews)
Best terrace on the Nirth Atlantic
"While the house was clean and comfortable, tastefully decorated and obviously a well-renovated quaint older substance building…..NOTHING can top the terrace facing the ocean in the back of the house. With the location of the house at the end of the street and well-situated screens/walls the deck ..."

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2023

Feet in the water: IMPRENABLE SEA VIEW + JACUZZI
  'LE PARADIS BLEU' house "feet in the water" and facing the typically Breton port

'LE PARADIS BLEU' house "feet in the water" and facing the typically Breton port

Plouescat
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Plouescat. Enjoy a beach locale, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Porsmeur Beach and Market Hall ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (64 reviews)
"Wie immer, - die wunderbare Situation oberhalb des Hafens von plouescat,Der Blick aus der breiten fensterfront ist Gold wert."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

'LE PARADIS BLEU' house "feet in the water" and facing the typically Breton port
Charming Breton house 2 minutes from the beach

Charming Breton house 2 minutes from the beach

plouescat
Book a stay at this golf vacation home in Plouescat. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Market Hall and Porsmeur Beach are located ...
Très bien
"Chacun d’entre nous, à pu faire ce qu’il voulait. Très bon week-end. Super accueil."

Reviewed on 11 June 2023

Charming Breton house 2 minutes from the beach
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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