Baden

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Nestled in the heart of the Brittany region in France, the charming commune of Baden is a picturesque destination with a rich history and stunning natural landscapes. Located along the Gulf of Morbihan, Baden offers visitors the perfect combination of coastal beauty and cultural heritage.

One of the main attractions in Baden is the Gulf of Morbihan, a vast natural harbor dotted with numerous small islands and islets. Visitors can explore the gulf by taking a boat tour or by hiking along the coastal trails, enjoying the breathtaking views of the shimmering waters and lush greenery. The gulf is also a paradise for birdwatchers, with a wide variety of seabirds and migratory species making it their home.

For history enthusiasts, Baden boasts several historical sites and landmarks that offer a glimpse into the region's past. The megalithic site of Gavrinis, located on a small island in the Gulf of Morbihan, features ancient stone structures and carvings that date back to the Neolithic era. Visitors can take a guided tour to learn about the site's significance and marvel at the intricate designs etched into the stones.

In addition to its natural beauty and historical attractions, Baden is also known for its delicious seafood and local cuisine. Visitors can savor fresh oysters, mussels, and other seafood delicacies at the town's waterfront restaurants, or explore the vibrant farmers' markets to sample an array of regional specialties.

Alternative names: Population: 3.6 thous. (2020)Area: 9.08 mi²Coordinates: 47°36'57"N, 2°54'36"W

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Nearby attractions include: Locmariaquer megaliths, Er Lannic, Saint-Goustan, Le Vieux Pont Suspendu.

3.5 miSW
Archaeological site
Locmariaquer megaliths, Locmariaquer
91 min walk • The Locmariaquer megaliths are a complex of Neolithic constructions in Locmariaquer, Brittany. They comprise the elaborate Er-Grah tumulus passage grave, a dolmen known as the Table des Marchand and "The Broken Menhir of Er Grah", the largest known single block of stone to have been transported and erected by Neolithic people.
3.3 miS
Protected area
Er Lannic, Gavrinis
86 min walk • Er Lannic is a small island in the commune of Arzon, in the Morbihan department in Brittany in northwestern France. Er Lannic is a bird reserve and also the site of two stone circles, the southern of which is submerged.
4.6 miNW
Harbor
Saint-Goustan, Auray
119 min walk • The French port of Saint-Goustan is a former fishing port and trading centre situated beside the river Auray In modern times it has become one of the quarters of the commune of Auray in the department of Morbihan in Brittany.
2.7 miNW
Bridge
Le Vieux Pont Suspendu, Bono
69 min walk • The suspension bridge of Le Bono is a suspension bridge of 1840, on the commune of Le Bono. It is listed in the inventory of historical monuments by order of November 17, 1997. Currently reserved for pedestrians, car traffic has been moved to the...
4.7 miS
Lighthouse
Phare de Port-Navalo
120 min walk • The Port-Navalo lighthouse is a lighthouse located on the Rhuys peninsula, in Port-Navalo, in the municipality of Arzon. Erected opposite the tip of Kerpenhir on the town of Locmariaquer, the lighthouse marks the entrance to the Gulf of Morbihan...
3 miNW
Church
Chapelle Sainte-Avoye, Plougoumelen
76 min walk • The chapel of Sainte-Avoye is located in the village of Sainte-Avoye, in the commune of Pluneret in Morbihan in France. It is classified as a historical monument since May 28, 1932.
5 miNW
Memorial
Mausolée de Cadoudal, Auray
129 min walk • The Cadoudal monument is a mausoleum erected in memory of Georges Cadoudal and located in the commune of Auray in the Morbihan department.
5 miNW
Sacred and religious sites, Church
Église Saint-Gildas, Auray
129 min walk • The Saint-Gildas church is a Catholic church located in Auray, France.
3.6 miSW
Church
Church of Our Lady, Locmariaquer
92 min walk • The Notre-Dame-de-Kerdro church is a Catholic church located in Locmariaquer, France.
3.1 miS
Archaeological site
Cairn de Gavrinis, Gavrinis
79 min walk • The cairn of Gavrinis is a megalithic monument located on the island of Gavrinis depending on the commune of Larmor-Baden in the department of Morbihan, in the region of Brittany.
2.1 miN
Church
Chapelle Notre-Dame-de-Becquerel, Plougoumelen
55 min walk • The Notre-Dame-de-Becquerel chapel is located at the Becquerel place on the road to Plougoumelen in the commune of Le Bono in Morbihan.