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black_mimi99 Says: The basilica was originally built in the 11th century in the roman style, but most of what we see today is a subsequent reconstruction in gothic style - as seen in the gargoyles in particular. Be sure to climb the stairs (there are more than 100 steps) inside the tower for...
black_mimi99 Says: The castle is in the centre of the town of Josselin. Perhaps the most remarkable feature of the chateau is that the Rohan family have owned the chateau for more than 500 years, including twice being ordered to demolish large parts of the castle, and having persistently...
black_mimi99 Says: We exploring this historical city by walking in the narrow streets lined with half-timbered medieval houses. And something surprising me that many shops own by English people....
Basilique Notre Dame du Roncier (Our Lady of the B
MartinSelway Says: If you wander around the old medieval town with its half-timbered buildings, you'll soon come across the Notre Dame du Roncier which dominates the centre of Josselin. Notre-Dame-du-Roncier is built on the spot where, in the ninth century, a peasant supposedly found a statue...
Wander the medieval centre of Josselin
MartinSelway Says: The centre of Josselin is part pedestrianised. There are some wonderful half timbered houses remarkably well preserved from the 17th C., that retain the character of the place. Each of the important buildings or locations has an interpretive plaque giving information (in...
MartinSelway Says: Right in the centre of Josselin is the Basilique Notre Dame du Roncier (Our Lady of the Brambles Church). This is a very large and impressive building. If you go around the back of the church you will find a wisteria covered enterance to the bell tower (July & August)....
Call in at the Tourist Information Office
MartinSelway Says: Josselin has an excellent Tourist Information Office located within one of the finest of the medieval half timbered buildings in the Town.They stock an excellent collection of leaflets on all there is to see and do in the southern Morbiham area, including details of boat...
MartinSelway Says: Most of the major towns of Brittany have a market day, and Josselin's is on a Saturday morning.This is possibly one of the best markets in Brittany, and is not just a great place for tourists to visit, it is also where many of the local residents will come themselves to buy...
Musée des Poupées (Dolls Museum)
MartinSelway Says: The Duchess's collection of dolls, housed in the Musée des Poupées, behind the castle, is one of the largest in France. If you are into this sort of thing, then it's one not to be missed.You can either visit seperately to the chataeau, or buy a combined ticket for both...
MartinSelway Says: The Nantes-Brest canal undoubtedly adds to the charm of the Town. It is also known as the River Oust, as the canal and river are one and the same at this point in its course.The Canal from Nantes to Brest runs through Josselin from east to west and offers you the opportunity...
MartinSelway Says: The three majestic towers of this château overlook the river Oust and dominate the town of Josselin. Originally built in the early 11th century, it was completely destroyed by King Henry II of England. The building of a replacement started in 1173, but parts of that have...
Bas de la Lande: Bas de la Lande Campsite
MartinSelway Says: The three-star Bas de la Lande (tel 02.97.22.22.20, campingbassedelalande@wanadoo.fr; closed Nov–March), half an hour's walk from the castle, south of the river and west of town.We havn't stayed here ourselves, no need as we own a cottage down the road, but it is in a nice...
Le Guethenoc: Friendly reception
illumina Says: This restaurant is in a pretty half-timbered house just across the square from the church. We only stopped here to have coffees/hot chocolate, but the woman serving was very friendly and welcoming, which made the cold winter's day seem a lot warmer!They are closed Wednesday...
Pizzéria BEAUMANOIR: Italian Pizza restaurant
MartinSelway Says: Situated in the main street out of Josselin (one way street). They do take away at one set of doors or sit in at another enterance. We had the takaway and found the pizzas to be very good.However, when we turned up on the spur of the moment one Sunday the waitress looked...
Pizzeria du Chateau: Small & characterful pizzeria opp. the chateau
MartinSelway Says: A small restaurant opposite the chateau in Josselin. Inside the ancient building there are exposed stone walls and arched roof inside the single dinning room, or go out to the back where they have a few tables. Excellent pizza, good service, friendly chef. Vegetarian pizza...
Biscuiterie Le Drean: Breton Biscuits
MartinSelway Says: This is the outlet shop of the biscuit factory 'Biscuiterie LE DREAN'. Biscuits are something of a national dish in Brittany, invariable buttery and high in calories, but delicious. The local factory is based nearby our holiday cottage in Guegon, but they have a very nice...
MartinSelway Says: If you are lucky enough to coincide with Bastille Day (14th July), then you can join the locals for their live music and fireworks celebrations.Its best to park somewhere on the outskirts of town, we found that heading in from the Guegon direction that the main road into...
Explore the Ste-Croix District
Dumpling Says: Get away from the (relative) crowds by visiting this quiet corner of Josselin. It is a pretty district with some wonderful old houses.
bearbiker Says: Actually it is the beaten path that follows the Nantes-Breast Canal that is the attraction here. Follow it West out of town and you will come to an Abbey that makes its own cheese! You really can't get lost and its flat riding so you can make an afternoon of it. This is a...
Inspiration on places to visit/activities
MartinSelway Says: Brittany is a facsinating place to visit - there is the good weather (better than the north of England any how!), and a wonderful variety of activities and places to visit. I have tried to pull together info on activities and places to visit on my web site:...
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Get away from the (relative) crowds by visiting this quiet corner of Josselin. It is a pretty district with some wonderful old houses.
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Josselin - a medieval town of character
We know and love Josselin because we own a beatuiful cottage nearby in the commune of Guegon (available to rent www.brittany-cottage.me.uk). Josselin is located in the Morbihan Region of Brittany in...
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I've got some interesting experiences in Josselin. I'd love to share with you the 1 tip I've written, the 2 photos uploaded, and 0 travelogues I've created.
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Josselin is 34 km from Pontivy, located in the Morbihan department of central Brittany, betwen Rennes (to the east) and Vannes (to the south-west). It is a very pleasant town to visit in a lovely...
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Josselin is just as the picture portrays. The old houses of the Place Notre-Dame stand in front of the market that is held there, also lots of nice little cafe and restaurants to choose from.
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