Paimpol - Côtes d'Armor - Brittany

Paimpol and the fisherman of Iceland
At the beginning of 20th century, Paimpol is famous to be a big fishing port.
This city welcomes a lot of Icelandic fishermen, where from the novel of Pierre Loti, in 1886, «Fisherman of Iceland ".
The old alleys of Paimpol leading to the Port distil an unforgettable charm.

The speciality of Paimpol is the "coco de Paimpol", the semi-dry bean to be shelled. The soft oceanic climate as well as the quality of the ground contributes to its unique taste.

In the South of Paimpol, is the Abbey of Beauport.
It was established in 13th century by canons of the order of Prémontré. It played an essential role in the county of Goëlo.

In the North of Paimpol, is outlined the Point of The arcouest. It offers remarkable view on the Bay and Ile de Bréhat. You can moreover embark to discover this island to the pink rocks and to the magnificent landscape or simply make the tour of the island.