French chansons are among the best-known and most beautiful songs of all. Chansons are about love, friendship, melancholy, wine, war, peace, wealth or poverty – in short: about life itself. So it stands to reason that some chansons also sing about the sea. La Bretonelle has compiled the best French chansons about the sea. Charles… Continue reading The 5 best chansons about the sea
Author: Nolwenn Le Gall
Moules frites: A Classic Of French Cuisine
For gourmets of specialities from the Atlantic, Brittany is a veritable Eldorado. Unusual types of fish such as rasscasse, mullet and sea bass or seafood such as scallops, oysters and sea spiders can be found fresh in the fishmongers’ displays at many markets in Brittany. Or deliciously prepared in selected restaurants. More common than creations… Continue reading Moules frites: A Classic Of French Cuisine
Camper Van Trips To Brittany
Brittany and camper vans – they simply go together to discover the authentic northwest of France free of all constraints without having to sacrifice comfort. Travelling through Brittany in a camper van offers views of magnificent landscapes and a good infrastructure without being too touristy. All in all, holidays in a camper van are a… Continue reading Camper Van Trips To Brittany
Music From Brittany: 8 Breton Songs
A traditional language, special symbols, their own festivals: the Bretons proudly look back on cultural traditions that set them apart from the rest of France. Music is an important and popular expression of Breton culture. The region’s own unique Breton songs are played at festivals, markets and on regional radio stations. What distinguishes Breton music… Continue reading Music From Brittany: 8 Breton Songs
Brittany’s Most Beautiful Islands
Around the mainland, off the coast of Brittany, lie numerous islands. Small and large, near and far, rough and mild – there is something for all nature lovers. There are about 20 islands and island groups worth mentioning in the departments of Finistère, Morbihan, Côtes-d’Armor and Ille-et-Vilaine, plus several uninhabited islets. Six of the better-known… Continue reading Brittany’s Most Beautiful Islands