Crac'h

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Located in the beautiful Brittany region of France, Crac'h is a charming commune known for its stunning natural landscapes and rich cultural heritage. Situated along the picturesque coast, Crac'h offers visitors the perfect blend of coastal beauty and historic charm. With its quaint villages, lush green countryside, and sandy beaches, Crac'h is a popular destination for travelers seeking a peaceful and scenic retreat.

One of the main attractions in Crac'h is the famous megalithic site of Locmariaquer, which dates back to Neolithic times. Visitors can explore the ancient stone structures and learn about the area's prehistoric past. The nearby town of Auray is also worth a visit, with its cobbled streets, half-timbered houses, and bustling market square. The town is also home to the picturesque Port of Saint-Goustan, a historic harbor that has retained its old-world charm.

Nature lovers will delight in the natural beauty of Crac'h, with its diverse landscapes that include salt marshes, forests, and coastal dunes. The area is perfect for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and birdwatching. The nearby Gulf of Morbihan, a stunning inland sea dotted with islands, is a paradise for sailors and water sports enthusiasts.

For those interested in Brittany's rich maritime history, a visit to the Port de la Trinité-sur-Mer is a must. This bustling port is home to a vibrant fishing industry and is also a popular destination for yachting enthusiasts. Visitors can stroll along the waterfront and admire the colorful boats, or sample fresh seafood at one of the local restaurants.

Local name: Crach Population: 3.3 thous.Area: 11.79 mi²Coordinates: 47°37'1"N, 2°59'59"W

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Nearby attractions include: Locmariaquer megaliths, Saint-Michel tumulus, Le P'tit Délire, Carnac stones.

3.8 miSE
Archaeological site
Locmariaquer megaliths, Locmariaquer
98 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.
4 miSW
Geologic formation, Park, Hotel
Saint-Michel tumulus, Carnac
102 min walk • The Tumulus of St. Michel is a megalithic grave mound, located east of Carnac in Brittany, France. It is the largest grave mound in continental Europe.
2.8 miNW
47°38'28"N • 3°2'49"W
Le P'tit Délire, Ploemel
71 min walk • Amusement, Game and entertainment center, Playground
2.9 miW
6000-year-old tombs and standing stones
Carnac stones
74 min walk • The Carnac stones are an exceptionally dense collection of megalithic sites near the south coast of Brittany in northwestern France, consisting of stone alignments, dolmens, tumuli and single menhirs.
3.5 miN
Harbor
Saint-Goustan, Auray
90 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.
4.4 miSW
Sacred and religious sites, Church
Église Saint-Cornély, Carnac
112 min walk • The Saint-Cornély church is a Catholic church dating from the 17th and 18th centuries located in Carnac, France.
2.7 miNE
Bridge
Le Vieux Pont Suspendu, Bono
70 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...
3.5 miNE
Church
Chapelle Sainte-Avoye, Plougoumelen
89 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.
3.1 miN
Memorial
Mausolée de Cadoudal, Auray
79 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.
3.5 miN
Sacred and religious sites, Church
Église Saint-Gildas, Auray
90 min walk • The Saint-Gildas church is a Catholic church located in Auray, France.
4.1 miNW
Church
Chapelle Notre-Dame-de-Recouvrance, Ploemel
104 min walk • The Notre-Dame-de-Recouvrance chapel is located in the town of Ploemel in the Morbihan.