Bréhat, Coastal island in Brittany, France
Bréhat is an archipelago in Brittany comprising two main sections connected by a bridge designed by Vauban. The landscape features distinctive pink granite rocks and Mediterranean plant life spread across approximately 3.5 kilometers.
The island has a strong maritime heritage shaped by generations of sailors and fortifications built in the 1800s. The Paon lighthouse was reconstructed following its destruction during World War Two.
Artists such as Marc Chagall and Henri Matisse were drawn to the island and gathered at the 'Cabaret des Décapités' to create and find inspiration in the landscape. This meeting place became a hub for creative minds fascinated by the island's colors and natural forms.
The island is reached by a short ferry ride from the mainland, and once there, visitors explore on foot or by bicycle since motor vehicles are not permitted. This restriction keeps the place quiet and makes walking the natural way to see everything.
The island has a glassmaking tradition where local artisans produce decorative objects such as staircase knobs and door handles. These pieces draw inspiration from the natural elements found on the island and can be discovered in workshops throughout the place.
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