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Le Faou (Finistère)

The pretty 16th Century town of Le Faou located in Finistère in the Brittany region of France has a full range of shops including a larger supermarket. There are many excellent restaurants in the area which all offer very good value and a wide range of menus.

Le Faou (Finistère) mini guide

A gateway to land and sea, the port of Le Faou on Brest bay is a former staging post between lower Léon and upper Cornouaille. Due to its exceptional location, the town possesses a long history and rich heritage.

Open in high season, the “Maison de Pays”, museum of the 16th and 18th centuries, houses a permanent exhibition on the history of the town with costumes, plaster models and photos, plus temporary exhibitions. A programme of guided tours exploring the town is available.

Unmissable sights:

Church of Saint-Sauveur (1544 - 1647) with exceptional furnishings from the 16th and 19th centuries
Church of Notre-Dame de Rumengol
Chapel of Quai Quélen built in the 17th century

Guide point	Details
Department:	North West France > Brittany > Finistère >
Public Transport:	The closest airport to Le Faou is Brest Airport (23 km) also within reach are St. Brieuc Airport (101 km), Dinard Airport (158 km), or Rennes Airport (183 km).
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