Le Menez-Hom
One of Finistère's highest points
In the heart of nature
320 kilometers of hiking trails
In Douarnenez Bay
10 kilometers of fine sand on endless beaches
Discover the thousand faces of Menez-Hom Atlantique
A thousand faces... or almost! That's how you could define the Pleyben-Châteaulin-Porzay region. Here, in the heart of Finistère's Menez-Hom Atlantique region, you can sail the Aulne in the morning and surf a few waves in the afternoon, visit a chapel, climb a peak and build a sandcastle all in the same day. All in an area protected from overcrowding. Are you dreaming of a quiet vacation, a concentrate of Brittany without the crowds of coastal resorts? Then you've come to the right place!
In the heart of protected natural areas
Authentic nature
Whether along the Aulne, on the heights of Menez-Hom or in the dunes of Sainte-Anne la Palud, wildlife lovers will find their ideal vacation destination here. We're in the heart of the Armorique Regional Nature Parka protected and preserved area between Armor (the sea) and Argoat (the land).
Lots of activities
Living nature to the full
Experience nature at 100%! If you're a thrill-seeker, treat yourself to a dose of adrenalin as you become one with the elements: paragliding, surfing, kayaking and sand yachting are just some of the activities on offer in the Menez-Hom Atlantique area. Do you prefer more leisurely pursuits? Hiking, stand-up paddling, river fishing, boating on the Aulne or cycling along the Nantes-Brest canal should be just what you're looking for.
in the heart of Finistère
360° panoramas
The Menez-Hom, the Roche du Feu and the Menez Quelerc'h invite you to get up high... and enjoy the view. In front of you, exceptional panoramic views of the Bay of Douarnenez, the Monts d'Arrée and the Breton moors.
Did you know?
Menez means "mountain" in Breton!
Window on the ocean
Douarnenez Bay
The Menez-Hom Atlantique, as its name suggests, is also a seafront. Here, there's no risk of getting stuck on the sand: the beaches are immense! Are you more of a lazy type or a water sports enthusiast? The beaches of Pentrez, Pors ar Vag, Sainte-Anne-la-Palud and Kervel are sure to please...
The reign of green
The Aulne and the Canal de Nantes à Brest
Take the time to live, listen and observe nature... Enjoy your vacation in slow mode, far from the hustle and bustle of coastal resorts, by boat on the canal, on foot or by bike on the towpath, for the day or on a tour. The proximity of water is inevitably an invitation to slow down, feel and enjoy the moment.
Our little villages
Charm and tranquility
The Menez-Hom Atlantique is made up of 17 coastal and rural communities with one thing in common: a preserved charm and authenticity, small villages that live year-round to the rhythm of markets, festivals and the daily lives of their inhabitants. It's all about meeting new people, exchanging ideas and sharing sincere experiences over a crêpe or a bowl of cider...
Heritage and local produce
Authenticity in the raw!
The Menez-Hom Atlantique also boasts a number of nuggets of religious heritage, such as thePleyben parish enclosure, as well as places to discover Breton culture and history, such as the rural school museum. Gourmets won't be outdone, either, with our gourmet gastronomy, based (essentially) on... butter! We invite you to discover two emblematic companies of our destination: the Chatillon chocolate factory in Pleyben and the Jain cookie factory in Plonévez-Porzay.
Your ideal base for visiting Finistère
Not far from the 4 lanes, between Cornouaille, Léon and the Monts d'Arrée, close to the Crozon peninsula, the Menez-Hom Atlantique gives you access to numerous tourist sites in less than an hour!
Photo credits: ©Le Saint Photographie, ©Yannick Derennes, ©AG OTMHA, ©Vincent Edwell, ©CL OTMHA