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Photography locations in Carnac

The prehistoric sites of Carnac contain megalithic stones that extend for kilometers. The coastal location features sandy beaches, a marina, and historic buildings. The area includes stone alignments, dolmens, burial mounds, and natural coastal landscapes along the Brittany shore.

Carnac Stones
Carnac Stones

Carnac, France

This prehistoric site contains over 3000 standing stones from the Neolithic period, erected between 4500 and 2500 BCE.

Saint-Michel Tumulus
Saint-Michel Tumulus

Carnac, France

The largest burial mound in Europe, reaching 10 meters in height, contains Neolithic funeral artifacts.

Grande plage de Carnac
Grande plage de Carnac

Carnac, France

A 2-kilometer sandy beach with shallow water, suitable for water sports and beach walks.

Menec Alignments
Menec Alignments

Carnac, France

Eleven Neolithic stone rows extend over one kilometer with 1099 erected stones.

Kermario Dolmen
Kermario Dolmen

Carnac, France

This prehistoric site contains multiple standing megalithic stones arranged in aligned rows dating from ancient times.

Port en Dro
Port en Dro

Carnac, France

The small fishing port provides boat moorings and direct views of the Bay of Quiberon.

Legenese Beach
Legenese Beach

Carnac, France

The sandy beach extends 800 meters and offers swimming, sunbathing and water sports for visitors.

Church of Saint Cornely
Church of Saint Cornely

Carnac, France

The 17th century parish church displays Gothic and Romanesque architectural elements with a prominent bell tower.

Géant du Manio
Géant du Manio

Carnac, France

This freestanding menhir measures 6.5 meters and stands higher than all other stones in the Morbihan department.

Kerlescan Alignments
Kerlescan Alignments

Carnac, France

These stone rows extend over 800 meters and consist of 555 standing megalithhs arranged in 13 lines.

Ty Bihan Grand Plage
Ty Bihan Grand Plage

Carnac, France

This beach extends for 2 kilometers and offers white sand with shallow water entry for swimmers.

Pointe de Saint-Colomban
Pointe de Saint-Colomban

Carnac, France

Granite rocks form this headland that extends 300 meters into the sea and provides views of the Atlantic Ocean.

Men du Beach
Men du Beach

Carnac, France

The beach extends for 500 meters with fine sand and clear water for swimming between May and September.

Megaliths of Locmariaquer
Megaliths of Locmariaquer

Carnac, France

These Neolithic stone alignments extend over three kilometers and include more than 3000 standing stones.

Moulin de Kermaux
Moulin de Kermaux

Carnac, France

This 16th-century windmill stands on a hill and provides views of the megalithic stones.

Dolmen de Mane Kerioned
Dolmen de Mane Kerioned

Carnac, France

Three Neolithic burial chambers from around 4000 BCE, surrounded by oak and pine trees.

Beaumer Beach
Beaumer Beach

Carnac, France

The sandy beach extends 500 meters along the coast and offers photographers numerous spots for sunset shots.

Carnac Thalasso & Spa Resort
Carnac Thalasso & Spa Resort

Carnac, France

The wellness center features ocean views from the terrace and modern facilities with seawater treatments.

Maison des Mégalithes
Maison des Mégalithes

Carnac, France

The museum displays archaeological findings and information about the prehistoric stone alignments of Carnac.

Parc Césarine
Parc Césarine

Carnac, France

The public park features flower beds, walking paths and benches with favorable photo positions.

James Miln – Zacharie Le Rouzel Museum of Prehistory
James Miln – Zacharie Le Rouzel Museum of Prehistory

Carnac, France

The museum displays a collection of stone tools, pottery, and other archaeological objects from the Carnac region.

Alignements du Petit Menec
Alignements du Petit Menec

Carnac, France

These stone rows are part of the neolithic monuments. They consist of several hundred vertical standing megalithic stones.

Port de la Trinité-sur-Mer
Port de la Trinité-sur-Mer

La Trinité-sur-Mer, France

The port accommodates 500 boat moorings and serves as a base for international sailing competitions.

Pointe du Conguel
Pointe du Conguel

Carnac, France

The headland extends 800 meters into the sea and offers observation points of the Atlantic and the coast.

Anse du Pô
Anse du Pô

Carnac, France

This small bay offers an open view of the sea and horizon with rocky outcrops along the shore.

Dolmen de Mané-Kervilor
Dolmen de Mané-Kervilor

Carnac, France

Neolithic tomb from the 4th millennium BC featuring several large stone slabs and a south-facing entrance.

Plage de Saint-Colomban
Plage de Saint-Colomban

Carnac, France

The beach extends 500 meters with granite rock formations and fine sand.

Allée couverte de Kerlescan
Allée couverte de Kerlescan

Carnac, France

Neolithic megalithic passage 15 meters long with vertical stones and covering slabs.

La Table de Kerzerho
La Table de Kerzerho

Erdeven, France

This megalithic stone table measures 9 meters in length and stands in a field among historical menhirs.

Sainte-Barbe Beach
Sainte-Barbe Beach

Erdeven, France

The 2-kilometer sandy beach is bordered by dunes and offers windsurfing and kitesurfing opportunities.

La Trinité-sur-Mer Bridge
La Trinité-sur-Mer Bridge

La Trinité-sur-Mer, France

The modern concrete bridge spans the marina and connects the two districts of La Trinité-sur-Mer.

Cairn of Gavrinis
Cairn of Gavrinis

Gavrinis Island, France

The neolithic stone mound contains a 14-meter burial chamber with geometric engravings from 3500 BC.