Attractions in Vannes

The Château Gaillard was built at the request of Jean of Malestroit, the then Bishop of Nantes who later became Duke Jean V's chancellor (1408-1442).Typical of 15th century civil architecture, this mansion's walls bear witness to the different stage

In the Middle Ages, in the west of France, the word Cohue meant marketplace. In the centre of the enclosed city of Vannes, the Cohue belonged to the duke of Brittany, one of the main lords of the city. Certified from the thirteenth century, it had

Located at 10 minutes walk from down town Vannes, the park offers activities involving water. While walking in the Parc du Golfe of Vannes, you can discover its Aquarium géant that displays an exceptional collection of fish from all over the world.

In the third century, the city of Vannes, called Darioritum, acquires the right to fortify. Thus, west of the Gallo-Roman city, a castrum was built. During the Middle Ages, the castrum becomes the centre of the city. Extended in the fourteenth centu

Built between the thirteenth and nineteenth century, the cathedral gathers all styles. Only the northern tower reminds of the thirteenth century. Before entering, observe the colourful great door of the frontage adorned with twelve niches dedicated

The Serre tropicale de Vannes is a forest of exuberant plants, with rare flowers and sweet perfumes, and the paradise of hundreds of exotic butterflies, who bewitch the visitor into a poetic escapade.Stroll through this forest up to the Jardin des p