La Désirade – Discover Belle-Île

Located 2 kilometers from our hotel, this emblematic beach is settled along the wild coast. It is famous for the beauty of its dunes and impressive waves during windy weather.

Considered as the most imposing lighthouse of the three ones built on the island, it is located in Kervilahouen on the southern-west coast. This 92 meters-granite-tower was built between 1826 and 1835. Its light is one of Europe’s most powerful and can be seen up to 50 kilometers away. The view from the top is breathtaking. At the bottom, a permanent exhibition shows the different aspects of the job of a lightouse keeper.

Dominating the harbour of Le Palais, classed as a historical monument since 2006, its museum is open all year long (except in January). The entrance ticket enables you to visit the art and history museum and the naval room. For more informattion: www.citadellevauban.com

Belle-Île is the largest of the Breton islands. With an area of 85 km2, it is 17 km long by 9 km wide and reaches a peak of 70 metres. To the northeast, on the most sheltered coast facing the mainland, you will find the island’s two main ports: Le Palais and Sauzon, as well as the island’s large beach called Les Grands Sables. The south coast, also well protected, has many beaches with generally warmer waters… while the north coast has the largest beaches (Bordadoué, les Grands Sables). As for the west coast of the island, there is the extraordinary beach of Port Donnant. To the east, there are the beaches of Port Maria, Port Blanc and Port AnDro.

Located at the northwestern end of the island, it is an emblematic site of Belle-île. The visit begins with the property of Sarah Bernhardt, made up of 2 villas and a fort bringing visitors back to the mood and atmosphere of the time. By continuing with the walk along the coast, you will see the lighthouse of Les Poulains, which is located on an islet accessible at low tide. Inside, an exhibition presents the natural resources of the tip.

Bike is probably the best way to discover Belle-Île.
For Sunday cyclists or accomplished sportsmen, you will find many bike routes on Belle-Île and for all levels. It’s even better if you have an electric bike, you can recharge it at the hotel.

The sea offers many opportunities for activities in Belle-Île:

• Catamaran excursion for a tour of the island, crossing to Houat and Hoëdic or discovery of the Gulf of Morbihan.
• Optimist, windsurfing or catamaran lessons on the beach of Les Grands Sables.
• Lovers of thrills, the beach of Donnant is for you: with its rollers it is the meeting place for the surfers of Belle-Île.
• You can also choose a sea kayak trip to discover the Belle-Île coasts or a diving trip to explore forests and underwater meadows.

So as to help you discover Belle-Ile we created for you our “BOBI” (Best of Belle-Ile).

You will fin our favorite walks and strolls and also suggested activities.