
<span property="itemListElement" typeof="ListItem"><a property="item" typeof="WebPage" title="Go to Hi France." href="https://www.hifrance.org/en/" class="home" aria-current="page"><span property="name">Hi France</span></a><meta property="position" content="1"></span>{"id":160664,"date":"2025-05-13T11:57:14","date_gmt":"2025-05-13T09:57:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hifrance.org\/?page_id=160664"},"modified":"2025-05-13T12:02:43","modified_gmt":"2025-05-13T10:02:43","slug":"visit-large-islands-of-morbihan","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.hifrance.org\/en\/visit-large-islands-of-morbihan\/","title":{"rendered":"Visit the large islands of Morbihan"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_section full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; el_id=&#8221;sectiion_header_inte&#8221;][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; el_id=&#8221;breadcrumbs&#8221;][vc_column][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row_content&#8221; equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221; content_placement=&#8221;middle&#8221; el_id=&#8221;hero_bloc_inte&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;]<picture class=\"ImgBG \" style=\"position: absolute; width: 100%; height:100%; top: 0; left:0; z-index: -2;\">\n    <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hifrance.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/BLOG-IMAGE-INTRO.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"\u00eeles du Morbihan\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hifrance.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/BLOG-IMAGE-INTRO.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.hifrance.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/BLOG-IMAGE-INTRO-780x520.jpg 780w, https:\/\/www.hifrance.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/BLOG-IMAGE-INTRO-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/picture>\n[\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; el_class=&#8221;hero_bloc_content&#8221;][vc_raw_html css=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;hero_bloc_titre&#8221;]JTNDaDElM0UlM0NzcGFuJTNFVmlzaXQlMjB0aGUlMjBsYXJnZSUyMGlzbGFuZHMlMjBvZiUyME1vcmJpaGFuJTNDJTJGc3BhbiUzRSUzQyUyRmgxJTNF[\/vc_raw_html][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;hero_bloc_ss_titre&#8221;]Do you like the authenticity of small towns and the peace and quiet of the seaside for your vacations? Do you dream of traveling to an island without breaking the bank? Did you know that France is full of possibilities to satisfy all your desires?<\/p>\n<p>In this article, we take you on a tour of two of Morbihan&#8217;s islands! For a guaranteed change of scenery, follow the guide![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][\/vc_section][vc_row content_placement=&#8221;middle&#8221; el_class=&#8221;padA_2&#8243;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"titre_l_bleuf\">\u00cele de Groix: the authentic Morbihan island<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;liste_puce&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><span class=\"txt_orange\">How to get there?\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Let&#8217;s start with \u00cele de Groix. From Lorient, board an Oc\u00e9ane boat for a <strong>45-minute crossing<\/strong> to the \u00cele de Groix. Crossings are regular, but we strongly advise you to book tickets in advance, especially in high season. You dock at Port-Tudy, the island&#8217;s main port, and can begin exploring!<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><span class=\"txt_orange\">How to keep busy?\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Small and sparsely populated, \u00cele de Groix is one of the <strong>most authentic of the Morbihan islands<\/strong>. Untouched by tourists, it retains an intimate and sincere charm. Its villages and landscapes have remained unspoilt and wild. Its traditions and typical local festivals have been preserved, giving this island way of life all its charm. A 100% immersion in Breton life!<br \/>\nOnce you&#8217;re here, there&#8217;s no time for boredom! Enjoy <strong>magnificent beaches like Grands Sables<\/strong>, one of the few convex beaches in Europe. Admire the island&#8217;s exceptional biodiversity, with its many species of birds and varied flora, perfect for botany lovers. Take up scuba diving, as there are numerous spots renowned for exploring shipwrecks and marine life. Or visit the museum on the island&#8217;s maritime history and heritage, or the iconic <strong>Pen-Men lighthouse<\/strong> for panoramic ocean views.<br \/>\n\u00cele de Groix is also the ideal place for hiking enthusiasts, with its many marked trails, including the coastal path offering spectacular views of the sea and cliffs.<br \/>\nFinally, don&#8217;t miss the Port-Tudy harbor, where you can sample fresh seafood from the day&#8217;s catch.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><span class=\"txt_orange\">How to get around?\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">You can get around on foot or by bike: there are plenty of bike rental companies on the island as soon as you arrive at the port. There&#8217;s also a bus service to the island&#8217;s main points of interest, making it easy to get around. And in high season, tourist shuttles are also available to connect beaches and tourist sites.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><span class=\"txt_orange\">Where to stay?\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hifrance.org\/en\/youth-hostels\/island-of-groix\/\">HI \u00cele de Groix youth hostel<\/a> is the perfect place to stay. This unusual accommodation in the heart of nature is built in <strong>a restored former military battery<\/strong>. Sleep in shared rooms or blockhouses, or pitch your tent on the hostel&#8217;s campsite, right next to the beach.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;142303&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;img_radius&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row content_placement=&#8221;middle&#8221; el_class=&#8221;padA_2&#8243;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;126804&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;img_radius&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"titre_l_bleuf\">Belle-\u00cele-en-Mer: the pearl of the Morbihan islands<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;liste_puce&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><span class=\"txt_orange\">How to get there?\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">On to <strong>Belle-\u00cele-en-Mer<\/strong>. This time, take a boat from the port of Quiberon to Belle-\u00cele-en-Mer for a crossing lasting <strong>around 45 minutes<\/strong>. The Oc\u00e9ane and Navix companies provide regular crossings. It is also advisable to book tickets in advance. The ferry arrives at Belle-\u00cele-en-Mer&#8217;s main port: <strong>Le Palais<\/strong>. It&#8217;s the biggest and most visited island in Morbihan, so let yourself be seduced by its atmosphere.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><span class=\"txt_orange\">How to keep busy?\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Once you&#8217;re here, there&#8217;s plenty to do. Surfing and swimming at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.belleileenmer.co.uk\/offers\/plage-de-donnant-bangor-en-135898\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Plage de Donnant<\/a>, or sailing, kayaking, paddling, surfing and other water sports at various spots around the island. And for a taste of history, visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.belleileenmer.co.uk\/discover\/a-remarkable-island\/the-vauban-citadel\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Vauban citadel<\/a> and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.belleileenmer.co.uk\/offers\/espace-museographique-sarah-bernhardt-sauzon-en-135858\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sarah Bernhardt fort<\/a>, as well as the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.belleileenmer.co.uk\/discover\/a-remarkable-island\/la-pointe-des-poulains-must-see-place\/the-poulains-lighthouse\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Poulains lighthouse<\/a>, a renowned site offering a breathtaking view of the coast. Discover the picturesque villages of Le Palais, <strong>Locmaria<\/strong> and <strong>Sauzon<\/strong>, with their colorful houses and lively harbors. And take advantage of your visit to savor local specialties such as seafood, cr\u00eapes and cider in local restaurants and markets. Finally, lovers of wide-open spaces will be delighted to explore the Jardin de La Boulaye, for a relaxing stroll among exotic plants. But also take advantage of the many coastal paths for spectacular walks with views ranging from impressive cliffs to verdant valleys and idyllic beaches.<br \/>\nThroughout the year, the island also offers a rich program of cultural events, concerts and festivals. Like the renowned <strong>Belle \u00cele On Air festival<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><span class=\"txt_orange\">How to get around?\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">As on the island of Groix, walking and cycling are the best ways to get around. There are a number of bike rental outlets as soon as you arrive at the port. A bus service covers the island&#8217;s main villages and tourist sites, and in high season, tourist shuttles connect the main attractions and beaches.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><span class=\"txt_orange\">Where to stay?\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Stay at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hifrance.org\/en\/youth-hostels\/belle-ile-en-mer-haute-boulogne\/\">HI Belle-\u00cele-en-Mer youth hostel<\/a>, a <strong>warm and friendly establishment<\/strong> where the team welcomes you with open arms. Set in a green setting, it&#8217;s a <strong>true paradise for nature lovers<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row content_placement=&#8221;middle&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;liste_puce&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">So, are you ready to set sail for the famous Morbihan islands?<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"txt_12\">\u00a9 Canva\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_section full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; el_id=&#8221;sectiion_header_inte&#8221;][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; el_id=&#8221;breadcrumbs&#8221;][vc_column][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row_content&#8221; equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221; content_placement=&#8221;middle&#8221; el_id=&#8221;hero_bloc_inte&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; el_class=&#8221;hero_bloc_content&#8221;][vc_raw_html css=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;hero_bloc_titre&#8221;]JTNDaDElM0UlM0NzcGFuJTNFVmlzaXQlMjB0aGUlMjBsYXJnZSUyMGlzbGFuZHMlMjBvZiUyME1vcmJpaGFuJTNDJTJGc3BhbiUzRSUzQyUyRmgxJTNF[\/vc_raw_html][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;hero_bloc_ss_titre&#8221;]Do you like the authenticity of small towns and the peace and quiet of the seaside for your vacations? 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