Groix, Island municipality in Morbihan, France
Description
Groix is an island commune in the Atlantic Ocean off the Breton coast, rising to 47 meters and ringed by coastal paths along the shore. The island stretches over several kilometers and shows beaches, cliffs and open fields shaped by the sea.
History
The island shifted from being the leading French tuna fishing port in the 20th century to a quieter place, keeping a tuna-shaped weather vane on the village church. The fishing harbor of Port-Tudy became the main link to the mainland and the center of island life.
Culture
The International Island Film Festival presents documentaries and exhibitions focused on island life, drawing creators from maritime regions around the world. The event takes place each year and brings residents and visitors together to share stories about coastal communities.
Practical
Regular ferry services run between Lorient on the mainland and Port-Tudy harbor, taking around 45 minutes. Crossings operate throughout the day, giving visitors several options for arrival and departure.
Did you know?
The island holds rare blue glaucophane stones, geological formations found in only two places worldwide: here and in Greenland. These stones lie along parts of the coast and attract geologists and curious visitors alike.
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Phare de Pen-Men
4.2 km
Phare de la Pointe des Chats
3.2 km
Écomusée de l'île de Groix
700 m
Réserve naturelle nationale François le Bail
2.2 km
Camp gaulois de la pointe de Kervédan
3.7 km
Menhir de Mez-Kerlard
3 km
Dolmen de Vagouar-Huen
2.4 km
Dolmens Men Cam et Men Yann
2.4 km
Allée couverte de Kerrohet
2.1 km
Dolmen Mené Guioré
2.1 km
Plage des Sables Rouges
3 km
Plage de Locmaria
1.7 km
Plage les Grands Sables
2.5 km
Église Saint-Tudy de Groix
37 m
Monument aux marins disparus de Groix
237 m
Port Tudy jetty lights
989 m
Chapelle Saint-Léonard de Groix
2.5 km
Menhir Salver ar Bed
721 m
Plage de Porz Skedoul
1.8 km
Dolmen Men yan
2.5 km
Menhir Mez Kergatouarn
818 m
Chapelle de Notre Dame de Placemanec à Groix
1.9 km
Calvaire de Kerampoulo
1.3 km
Menhir de Kelhuit
2.4 km
Dolmen Men kam
2.5 km
Chapelle Notre Dame du Calme - Le Méné
1.6 km
Chapelle de la Trinité de Loctudy
276 m
Crique naturiste
1.7 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
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