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Quimper is the capital department of Finistère, in Brittany region, northwestern France.
The city of Quimper, flanked by Odete and Steir rivers and surrounding rural areas is indicated either for a short holiday and for a longer stay. The city still preserves its atmosphere Quimper Breton.
Old Town, located west of the famous Gothic Cathedral of St.. Corentin, is mostly pedestrian, charming, cobbled streets and half-timber houses, an interesting place to explore. There are shops where you can buy his Breton traditional lattices or you can rest and relax in a cafe, to enjoy a crepe, a glass of cider and taste local cuisine.
St. Corentin Cathedral Gothic building is the largest in Brittany, its construction began in the 13th century, and the twin towers were added in 1820. It is a goal that should not be missed.
The city of Quimper is well known for ceramics industry, which has its beginnings in the 17th century and still flourish today. You can visit the Museum of Ceramics, in which case you will see several exhibits, including clocks and figurines and you can see how the production techniques have changed over the years. You can then enjoy a tour of a ceramics factory, both are interesting and worth doing.
Quimper City position makes it an ideal place for boat trips, river Odete is one of the most beautiful in France.
Quimper | Quimper is the capital department of Finistère, in Brittany region, northwestern France.
The city of Quimper, flanked by Odete and Steir rivers and surrounding rural areas is indicated either for a short holiday and for a longer stay
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