Musée de la Pêche, Concarneau

The museum exhibits an extensive collection of fishing vessels, equipment, tools, maps, and detailed models illustrating maritime activities and techniques throughout different periods.

The museum preserves the heritage of Concarneau's fishing industry through artifacts like jetons à sardines, a specific currency used by maritime workers in the late 1800s.

The exhibition space explores the evolving roles of women in the fishing sector, documenting their contributions and professional advancement since the 19th century.

Located at 3 rue Vauban in Ville Close, the museum operates daily except Mondays from September to June, with full-week operations during July and August.

Visitors can board the Hémérica, a 34-meter trawler permanently anchored at the museum's quay, providing direct experience of maritime vessel architecture.

Location: Concarneau

Inception: July 1961

Founders: Charles Viaud

Official opening: 1961

Address: 3, rue Vauban BP 118 - 29181 Concarneau 29181

Phone: +33298971020

Website: https://musee-peche.fr

GPS coordinates: 47.87000,-3.92000

Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:55