Landévennec

Landévennec is a maritime commune at the mouth of the Aulne River on the Crozon Peninsula, surrounded by the waters of Brest harbor. The landscape is defined by the remains of an early Benedictine abbey and numerous decommissioned vessels that anchor in these waters.

A Benedictine monastery was founded here in the sixth century and became an important religious and cultural center for Brittany. The community linked spiritual life with knowledge of the surrounding waters for generations.

The abbey and its museum display artifacts from different periods and tell the story of how monks shaped this coastal region over centuries. Visitors can see how religious life and maritime traditions were intertwined in everyday practices here.

The coastal path GR34 runs along the harbor and provides views of the decommissioned vessels and abbey remains. It helps to allow enough time to explore both areas and take in the views at your own pace.

Decommissioned military ships, including submarines, have been anchored here since 1840, making the waters look like a sunken war museum. This unusual collection silently tells the story of decades of maritime change.

Location: Finistère

Location: arrondissement of Châteaulin

Industry: administration publique générale

Shares border with: Argol, Telgruc-sur-Mer

Address: 29560 Landévennec, France

Phone: +33298277265

Email: mairie.landevennec@wanadoo.fr

Website: http://landevennec.fr

GPS coordinates: 48.29222,-4.26778

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:54