Visit Vannes
Visit Vannes
Vannes is located on the south coast of Brittany, in the Morbihan département. It is also the capital of Morbihan. As the fourth largest city in Brittany, this prefecture is the region's tourist destination. It's the ideal place to put down your bags and take advantage of all its attractions.
Where can I find a hotel in Vannes?
For a comfortable stay in Vannes, a range of accommodation is available. In the city centre is the Hôtel Kyriad Vannes.
This former coaching inn is one of the town's historic establishments. It combines a friendly, modern decor with traditional warmth. It is an ideal base for visiting Vannes. Whether you are with family, friends or on business, the Kyriad hotel in Vannes is the ideal place to stay.
The Hotel Kyriad Vannes features 45 comfortable air-conditioned rooms worthy of a prestigious hotel. Each room has a TV with satellite and TNT channels, as well as a minibar. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi access and a courtesy tray where hot drinks and sweets await you. Calm and relaxation are the order of the day, where you can enjoy a modern yet traditional atmosphere. The hotel also has connecting rooms for large families or groups of friends. Book your stay at the guaranteed best price!
What to see in Vannes
As the town opens out mainly onto the Gulf of Morbihan, it offers a wide range of things to discover. In fact, it has a number of must-see sites, each just as interesting as the next. You'll have time to take in the beauty of the Gothic-style Cathedral of Saint-Pierre, built on the remains of a former Romanesque church. Then there's the Cohue, home to the Musée des Beaux-Arts de Vannes, where you can admire contemporary works. You should also visit the city walls, the last remaining fortifications in Brittany. And don't forget to photograph the famous Vannes sign and its wife, the town's emblem.
Vannes has great tourist potential. But if you're going there, you'll need accommodation. The Kyriad hotel in Vannes is a very satisfactory alternative.
Vannes is a charming medieval city in the heart of the Gulf of Morbihan, with a rich harbour.
With its narrow streets and colourful old half-timbered houses, take the time to discover this town of art and history, an exceptional place for heritage lovers.
As the former seat of the Breton Parliament, Vannes has kept alive the main vestiges of its rich history. The ramparts and their wash-houses, the Cathedral, the Cohue and the museums stand side by side with the flower-filled gardens of the medieval centre.
How to get to Vannes Just 2 hours 30 minutes from Paris, Vannes is mainly accessible by TGV. There are also regular services to major French cities. As for getting around, you can visit by bike or bus. You can also hire a car.
Not to be missed:
- St Peter's Cathedral, listed as a historic monument since 1906.
- The Château de l'Hermine, former residence of the Dukes of Brittany
- The Town Hall was built in 1886. It is an exact copy of the Paris Town Hall.
- La Cohue, contemporary museum in Vannes
- The washhouses, located below the ramparts, were built between 1817 and 1821.
- The ramparts date back to the middle of the 3rd century.
- Tour du Connétable, built at the end of the 14th century
- Vannes and his wife
