Larmor-Plage, commune in Morbihan, France
Larmor-Plage is a coastal town in Brittany situated on a peninsula at the entrance to Lorient harbor, facing the island of Groix. It features varied beaches including sandy coves like Port Maria and Toulhars alongside rocky coastlines, with marshlands and the Parc Océanique protecting dunes further inland.
The town developed around a chapel founded in the sixth century, which eventually became Notre-Dame de Larmor, with its tower developing over subsequent centuries. During World War II, German naval forces used nearby villas at Kernével and Kerlilon as military bases, marking a significant chapter in the town's recent past.
Larmor-Plage reflects Breton maritime traditions through its Sunday market on Place du Bourg, where locals and visitors gather around fresh fish, regional products, and local crafts. The town hosts traditional festivals with Breton music and dance that celebrate local customs and keep cultural roots alive through seasonal celebrations.
The town is best explored on foot with paths running along the beaches and through the village center, which are easy to navigate. The Sunday market on Place du Bourg is most lively in the morning, while restaurants cluster near the port and along the Port Maria waterfront promenade.
The church bell rings with each passage of ships through the harbor entrance, echoing an old tradition meant to guide sailors on their sea journey. This unusual practice ties the town's daily rhythm directly to maritime traffic and navigation routines.
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