Beaux-arts museum<\/h2>\n
The Mus\u00e9e des Beaux Arts in Quimper has a rich permanent collection with a collection of paintings from the Pont Aven school, French, Italian, Flemish and Dutch painting from the 14th century to the present day.
\nThe temporary exhibitions held twice a year are always of high quality.
\nChildren will also enjoy it, since the museum offers a fun and educational room with free access, and a game booklet to discover the museum with the family. <\/p>\n
The museum has been closed for renovation since October 2024. Reopening is scheduled for spring 2026. Do not hesitate to visit the museum website<\/a> to know more.<\/p>\n Near the Place Saint Corentin, in the Former Palace of the Bishops of Cornouaille, is the Breton departmental museum. If you’re interested in the region’s ancient history, continue your discovery of Gallo-Roman heritage with a visit to the Roman thermal baths of Perrenou in Plomelin<\/a><\/strong>just a few kilometers south of Quimper. These exceptional 1st-century remains bear witness to the Roman presence in Finist\u00e8re and offer a pleasant stroll along the banks of the Odet river. <\/p>\n Don’t miss the retirement garden, at the top of rue Elie Fr\u00e9ron. Well-known to the locals, it’s a hidden gem, a little corner of greenery right in the center of town, sheltered from the wind. Ideal for strolling or having a quick snack with the children.<\/p>\n Take advantage of your stroll to admire the half-timbered houses (there are 73 in all) and unique architectural details, such as little Glazik and his lover Philom\u00e8ne, rue K\u00e9r\u00e9on.<\/p>\n For the greediest, a stop is essential to taste the delicious Philom\u00e8ne macaroons<\/b> , an institution for over 50 years.<\/p>\n The streets of the historic center of Quimper are home to many independent shops. Our favourites: Looking for a creperie? And if you fancy a change of pancakes, go for it Abalone Sushi<\/b> at the Halls St Fran\u00e7ois. Fancy an original activity to spend an unforgettable moment with the family? The archici<\/b><\/a> offer all year round track games or photo rallies in autonomy in Quimper. A good way to discover heritage in a different way with varied and original puzzles. Reservations are made online on their website. Several levels are available depending on the age of the participants.<\/p>\n To park in Quimper, find the map of the city’s car parks here<\/a> .<\/p>\n 4* campsite with direct access to the beach between Fouesnant and Concarneau.<\/p>\nThe Breton Departmental Museum<\/h2>\n
\nMuseum of popular art and history, it presents the history of Brittany from prehistory to the present day.
\nIt is an ideal museum to visit with the family to better understand the local heritage, discover the costumes and the art of traditional embroidery. <\/p>\n![\"One](\"https:\/\/www.camping-les-saules.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/musee-departemental-breton.jpg\")
<\/p>\nThe Retirement Garden<\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\nShops<\/h2>\n
\nYou will inevitably find a souvenir to bring back from your vacation! <\/p>\n
\n– Amelie & co<\/b> Atelier boutique de cr\u00e9ateurs bretons rue du chapeau rouge
\n– Couleur et verre<\/b> Jewellery, posters, accessories… rue des boucheries<\/p>\n
\nRendezvous with butter (this is where we sold winter butter, very salty so that it can be preserved) we bet you will not be able to resist the sweet scent of buckwheat that floats in the air! <\/p>\n
\nQuite simply the best sushi in Quimper with ultra fresh fish and tasty and original recipes. <\/p>\nLes archikurieux: Discovering heritage with the family<\/h2>\n
Book your holidays in southern Finist\u00e8re!<\/h4>\n