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Summer family events on the Pink Granite Coast

Want to fill up on family activities? You’re in luck! The Côte de Granit Rose’s entertainment program promises to be richer than a kouign-amann this summer.

Ready to discover them?

Published on 11 July 2024

A program for the whole family

Fun outings, traditional festivals, guinguettes and explorations in the heart of nature punctuate the summer season, according to the desires of the tribe… Enough to delight parents and children alike! And what’s your favorite activity this summer in Brittany?

Guided tours & walks: when culture makes an event in Brittany

Every summer, Brittany’s “petites Cités de Caractères” invite you to discover their secrets on guided family walks. From Tréguier to Lannion, via the natural setting of Kernansquillec, all you have to do is choose the perfect tour for the whole family… and why not all three?

Our guided tours and walks :

  • Aldéric’s adventures in Tréguier: young knights, the Middle Ages are waiting for you! As you wander through the picturesque lanes, let yourself be guided by our passionate storytellers, ready to unveil the mysteries and legends of this fascinating period in Tréguier. It’s a journey back in time.
  • The Devil is in Kernansquillec: young and old alike, plunge into the heart of a nature that has reclaimed its rights in Brittany! This guided walk, accessible to children, will take you along enchanting paths where the mysteries of the devil and local stories come to life. Get ready for a captivating adventure where nature and the supernatural meet in breathtaking surroundings!
  • The playful walk in the footsteps of Noan in Lannion: this tour is an opportunity to transform yourself into a shopkeeper of yesteryear! Lannion, classified as a Town of Art and History, is an open-air museum where every street corner tells a story. Pack your backpacks, put on your best shoes and open your eyes wide to solve riddles and discover the local legends of Brittany!
  • The Moutik le Dragon treasure hunt: this little dragon has hidden clues in the streets and monuments of Lannion. As you explore, solve riddles and take on fun challenges. So don’t wait any longer, and set off on your adventure!
Brittany's Place aux Mômes festival makes a comeback!

If you’re planning a family visit to Trébeurden this summer, take note that the town is hosting the 27th edition of the Place aux Mômes Festival! Whether it’s a puppet show, circus or dance, children will be able to live a waking dream as they navigate from workshop to workshop!

Fest noz: a good vibes evening 100% Brittany!

Attention all Celtic party-loving tribes: the Fest noz is the ultimate family event in Brittany! Gavotte, an-dro or plinn, this not-to-be-missed festival invites young and old alike to dance to the rhythm of Breton music. Think you’ve got two left feet? Don’t worry! Breton dances are (very) repetitive, so you’ll quickly understand the steps. At Fest noz, welcome to a fun-filled immersion in Breton culture!

Nature walks: take a breath of fresh air this summer in Brittany

It’s a well-known fact: travel makes you young! If your little one is still too young for a long expedition, start by taking him on a hike in Brittany this summer. And with a donkey, it’s even better! Or perhaps you’d prefer to try your hand at fishing as a family? All you have to do is vote to decide on your next activity!

Discover all our 100% nature workshops:

  • Fishing activities: why not take a river fishing course this summer? During this activity, learn the art of rod handling, meet local fish and release them in their natural habitat… Competitions and advanced training courses are also available for more experienced anglers! Don’t forget your camera to capture your finest catch.
  • Baroque strolls and Séraphine tours: between a country concert and a theatrical tour, actress Camille Le Jeune invites the whole family to combine culture, music and history!
  • La Combe aux Ânes: Florence and Philippe open the doors of their educational farm in Brittany! From discovery workshops to educational activities, this guided tour lets you learn more about the farm’s animals and their daily lives. The youngest can even become a farmer for a day.
  • Natural spaces come alive: extraordinary landscapes, wild animals and secrets to discover on the Pink Granite Coast. A family outing to explore the rocks sculpted by the sea, watch birds and otters, and discover the region’s unique flora and fauna. There’s something for everyone in this Breton paradise.
  • Le Léguer en fête: the wild Léguer river awaits you to discover its nature and heritage, and to meet its inhabitants, who are waiting to welcome you with concerts, storytelling, workshops… Enjoy the magnificent scenery with your family and let yourself be charmed by the beauty of the Léguer.

Ginguette & bar: spend summer on a terrace in Brittany!

What better way to spend a summer evening than on a terrace? Guinguette, restaurant or bar, in Brittany, good cheer is contagious! While you’re enjoying your crêpe au caramel beurre salé, take in a concert or organized show. The perfect friendly atmosphere for the summer season!

A la carte for your gourmet outings:

  • La Mutante: enjoy a meal, a drink or an ice cream in the ephemeral guinguette of a 15th-century manor house! On the program: shows, concerts, DJ sets, workshops and organic farmers’ markets.
  • La Grange Vadrouille: come and enjoy a multitude of concerts and other family activities during the summer season!

Fireworks: light up Brittany!

Every summer, Brittany is ablaze with fireworks on July 14th! Parents and children alike can’t wait to come and watch the Breton sky light up with a thousand lights.

See you in :

  • Trébeurden: before the fireworks, come and enjoy a variety of family activities. Designer’s markets, Breton dances, concerts and games for the kids!
  • Tréguier: a concert awaits you just before the fireworks!
Frequently asked questions about summer family events in Brittany
  • Where is the Pink Granite Coast located?

    The Côte de Granit Rose is located on the north coast of Brittany, in western France.

  • What's on this summer in Brittany?

    Every summer, Brittany comes alive with a multitude of activities! You can

    • Craft markets
    • Go to the Place aux Mômes Festival
    • Attend an open-air concert, show or exhibition
    • Take fishing lessons
    • Enjoy nature-based leisure activities such as walking
    • Discover the joys of water sports like canoeing or kayaking
    • Picnic in the grounds of a château
    • Take part in a creative workshop

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