The Area

The Golfe du Morbihan, From Your Doorstep

Why Baden

An inland sea scattered with islands, oyster farms and small harbours. Baden sits on its western shore, quiet enough to rest and close enough to Vannes for the market and the old town.

Things to Do

Île aux Moines & Île d'Arz
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Islands

Île aux Moines & Île d'Arz

Short ferry hops to car-free islands. Rent bikes, walk the coast path, lunch by the water.

Oysters & crêperies
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Food

Oysters & crêperies

Taste oysters from the farms around the Gulf, then galettes and cider in town.

Sailing & kayaking
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On the water

Sailing & kayaking

Calm water for paddling, boat tours between the islands, and sailing schools for the kids.

Vannes old town
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Towns

Vannes old town

Ramparts, half-timbered houses and a busy market. An easy drive for a morning out.

Standing stones of Carnac
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History

Standing stones of Carnac

Thousands of prehistoric stones in long rows, a day trip that stays with you.

Quiet coves & Atlantic beaches
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Beaches

Quiet coves & Atlantic beaches

Sheltered spots inside the Gulf, wilder surf beaches on the Quiberon side.

Getting Here

Baden is on the south coast of Brittany, in the Morbihan. A car is the easiest way to explore once you arrive.

Vannes old town— min by car
Vannes train station (TGV from Paris)— min by car
Nearest airport— min by car
Ferry to Île aux Moines— min by car
Carnac— min by car

Come back to an 18 metre pool after a day out.

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