Pointe des Émigrés, Protected coastal area in Vannes, France.
Pointe des Émigrés is a protected coastal area spread across meadows, marshes, heathlands, and woodlands along the shoreline of the Gulf of Morbihan. The mix of different habitats creates a landscape that shifts between water and land throughout the site.
In 1795, after a failed landing attempt at Quiberon, 259 French nobles were executed at this location during the French Revolution. This event left a mark on the area's history and collective memory.
The site is shaped by traditional grazing with sheep and donkeys, methods that have been used for centuries to manage the land. This practice remains visible in how the landscape looks and how the vegetation is kept in balance.
The site has pathways that are accessible to visitors of different abilities, with some routes designed for people with mobility limitations. Wear proper footwear and expect wet and windy conditions, especially near the water.
The site preserves rare fruit tree varieties that are no longer suited to modern farming practices. These old varieties remain in the orchard as a living reminder of agricultural diversity from the past.
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