Carnac

While on vacation at the Penboch campsite in Arradon, you will not miss visiting the famous seaside resort of Carnac, between the peninsula and the Bay of Quiberon.

Carnac is first and foremost a mecca of European prehistory, known throughout the world, with nearly 3,000 menhirs lined up on the moor over 4 kilometers.

It is one of the most extraordinary concentrations of standing stones in the world. The most impressive alignments are those of Menec, Kerlescan and Kermario.

Mystery still surrounds the meaning of these monuments, dating from several thousand years before our era. The Museum of Prehistory in Carnac presents some answers to this enigma.

Carnac is also a very pleasant seaside resort, lively and trendy, with its 5 magnificent beaches of fine sand and its many leisure activities: water sports, thalassotherapy, casino, golf …