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Brest - Finistère

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Brest was a victim of its own success. A vast, natural harbour, its chief role is as an important naval base and it took a terrible pounding during the last war.

The rebuilt city is not very attractive but some parts of old Brest still remain, such as the squares and streets overlooking the harbour, the 15th century castle and La Place Guérin, the haunt of local artists and poets and a welcoming place to eat in the evening.

The new Océanopolis is well worth a visit – it is now more of a marine theme park than an aquarium. Markets are held all over the town during the week.

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Fireworks over Brest castle

The infamous island of Ushant, the Ile d’Ouessant, lies out to the west and now forms part of the Armorique nature reserve. The boat trip takes about an hour, and once there, you can get around by bike or minibus.

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