Trébeurden

Trébeurden in Brittany is an historical town on western beginning of Pink Granite Coast, in the Côtes-d'Armor (Breton: Aodoù-an-Arvor) department of Brittany.  This is often recommended as good starting point for the walk along the pink-granite cliffs. The area around Trébeurden has a very long history of human activity. There are many ancient standing stones, dolmens and covered stone tombs and passages. The town itself derives its name from the Welsh monk, Preden, withTreb, in old Breton, meaning village. The area is noted for its beautiful landscape. Including  a number of attractive islands and fine, sandy beaches. Miliau is the largest island, named after another Welsh monk, Meilaw, where an important ancient dolmen is located.

Trébeurden is known for its many seaside activities. It has a marina, diving centre, a sailing school amongst other things. It is also the starting point for boat cruises that explore the coast and islands. Trébeurden is noted for its good quality seafood, including shellfish, including oysters and mussels. Crafts are popular in the town and there of artisans in the town including sculptors, woodcarvers and potters. 

Image: Trébeurden from Pointe-de-Bihit on Cotes de Granit Rose courtesy of Brittany Ferries and link to Brittany Ferries webpage for more information on Trébeurden