Sweet Treats in Carnac – Artisan Breton Ice Cream and Confectionery

The complete guide to artisan treats in Carnac for your holiday: Carnac offers an exceptional choice of artisan ice cream and authentic Breton confectionery: L'Igloo, a legendary institution since 1974 with 180 world-famous flavours; Glaces Moustache, a high-end artisan with award-winning creations; and Les Niniches, the Maison d'Armorine, a specialist in Breton confectionery since 1946. On avenue Miln in Carnac-Plage, 5 minutes by car (2.3 km) from Camping Les Druides, these sweet addresses offer ice cream made with local raw milk, home-made waffles and traditional Breton sweet specialities. L'Igloo holds the world record with 180 flavours, Moustache has 140 creations, with one voted best ice cream in France in 2020, and Les Niniches salted butter caramels carry the "Best Sweet in France" distinction. 80 years of taste heritage, transparent artisan production, short supply chains with local producers and carefully selected premium ingredients. A 5–10 minute drive from the campsite, with disabled access and parking nearby, it is an unforgettable sweet experience for your Breton holiday.

📌 About these addresses

Camping Les Druides recommends these sweet addresses through its blog to enrich its guests' stay.

Please note: the ice cream parlours and confectioners are independent artisan businesses owned by local families. Camping Les Druides:

• does not manage these ice cream parlours and confectioners;

• simply provides access to information and opening times.

For up-to-date information, contact the businesses directly or the Carnac tourist office.

🍦 L'Igloo – a legendary ice cream institution (since 1974)

History and prestige – 50 years of tradition

L'Igloo has been a Carnac institution for more than 50 years. Founded in 1974 by the Girard family, this artisan ice cream parlour has passed through three generations. Since 2023, Alan and Nina Girard (grandchildren of the founders) have carried on the family philosophy of "local and home-made".

Location:

• Address: 14 avenue Miln, 56340 Carnac

• Distance: a few metres from the Grande Plage

• Other outlets: Port Saint-Goustan (Auray), Port Crouesty, La Baule

World record for flavours – international recognition

L'Igloo is internationally recognised for its exceptional range:

• 🏆 180 different flavours offered over the year

• 🏆 Historic record: 171 flavours in July 2000 (Guinness Book of Records)

• 🏆 10–12 new flavours created every year

• 🏆 130+ flavours permanently available

A selection of iconic flavours

The unmissable classics:

• Bourbon vanilla

• Authentic Breton salted butter caramel

• White chocolate

• Coconut

The original and surprising flavours:

• Popcorn (sweet and salty)

• Buckwheat (the Breton cereal)

• Raspberry and red pepper

• Cucumber

• Ketchup

• Pesto

• Madeleine (Breton cake)

• Curry (exotic and spicy)

• Marshmallow

• Malabar bubble gum (pure nostalgia)

Artisan production – carefully chosen ingredients

The premium ingredients used:

• Local raw milk: from the Pusso farm in Carnac

• Egg yolks: a rich, traditional base

• Fine sugars: guaranteed superior quality

• Natural additions: authentic fruit, spices and herbs

The production process:

• A dedicated workshop in Montauban-Carnac

• Continuous production from winter to the end of August

• Short supply chain: "straight from producer to artisan"

• Cones made on site in front of customers (from 10.30 am)

Services and experience

Modern conveniences:

• Ticket machines for direct access to the till

• Ice creams prepared in a few minutes

• A seasonal team of 15 staff (July–August)

• Opening times adjusted to the weather

• Closes around 11.30 pm to midnight in high season

Payment: bank cards and cash

Standard opening times:

• All year round: 10 am to 11 pm (times vary with the weather and the season)

• July–August: may stay open until 11.30 pm

🍦 Glaces Moustache – high-end Breton craftsmanship

History and positioning – recognised excellence

Glaces Moustache is a young brand on the rise. The parent company was founded in Saint-Malo in 1992 by Gérard Sanchez, a passionate artisan ice cream maker. The brand philosophy: "unapologetic indulgence and the excellence of passion".

Growth:

• Opened in Carnac: June 2022

• Expansion: 30+ shops in France

• Carnac address: 2 avenue Miln (close to L'Igloo)

Recognised quality – prestigious awards

International awards:

• Madagascar Bourbon vanilla: voted best ice cream in France in 2020 (Gault & Millau)

• "Amour de Glace": gold medal in 2022 at the Concours International de Lyon

• "Paris-Brest": shortlisted among the 15 best flavours of 2022 worldwide

• "Bretonne": a renowned, award-winning salted butter caramel speciality

A palette of 140 flavours – creative philosophy

Gérard Sanchez, creator and ice cream maker, offers a base of 130+ bold flavours that are regularly renewed.

The creative philosophy:

• An obsessive search for the perfect ingredient, anywhere in the world

• Sourcing from fine artisans and producers

• Everything made in-house: inclusions, toppings and artisan coulis

• Farm milk delivered by a neighbouring local farmer

• Respect for tradition at every stage

A selection of Moustache flavours

The iconic flavours:

• Madagascar Bourbon vanilla (voted best in 2020)

• Amour de Glace (international gold medal)

• Bretonne (salted butter caramel with crumble and coulis)

• Paris-Brest (world-renowned)

• Gâteau Basque

The themed ranges:

• Smoothie Vitalité (health and wellness)

• Organic and vegan ice creams

• Seasonal flavours (creative renewal)

Innovative services

Personalised offers:

• Personalised Déli'Stache: 2 scoops + milk + whipped cream + toppings of your choice

• Hot and cold drinks: sweet and savoury breaks

• High-end décor: a black and gold jewellery-shop atmosphere

Standard opening times:

• April to September: 10 am to 8 pm

• July–August: may stay open until 11 pm

Payment: bank cards

🍬 Les Niniches – Maison d'Armorine, Breton confectionery (since 1946)

Confectionery heritage – 80 years of know-how

Les Niniches has been an institution of traditional Breton confectionery for 80 years. Founded in 1946 in Quiberon by Raymond and Yvonne Audebert, the Maison d'Armorine carries on the know-how of Breton grandmothers through 4 generations of confectioners.

Established reputations:

• Les Niniches: awarded "Best Sweet in France"

• Le Salidou: legendary salted butter caramels

• Recognition: an unmissable tourist institution in Brittany

Location in Carnac

Address: 7 avenue du Parc, 56340 Carnac

Seasonal opening times:

• April–September: 10 am–12.30 pm and 2.30 pm–7 pm

• July–August: 10 am–1 pm and 2 pm–11 pm

Signature specialities – a taste heritage

The original Niniches:

• Type: artisan cylindrical lollipops

• 50+ different varieties

• Flavours: assorted caramels and a wide range of fruit flavours

• Made in full view of customers

• Distinction: "Best Sweet in France"

Le Salidou:

• Type: soft salted butter caramels

• Flavours: pure caramel with creative variations

• Tradition: an emblem of sweet Brittany

Home-made ice cream and waffles:

• Home-made artisan ice cream

• Traditional hot waffles

• Niniche Chaude: a speciality served in the evening during the summer

Other confectionery:

• Artisan chocolates made with fine cocoa

• Renowned home-made "Cœur Beurre" biscuits

• Salidou spread, a house speciality

• Florentines (fruity pastries)

A unique experience – authentic heritage

The taste heritage:

• Living tradition: recipes unchanged for 80 years

• Artisan production: open workshops in Quiberon

• Superior quality: carefully selected premium ingredients

• Family atmosphere: a complete sweet experience

Online shop: free delivery on orders of €65 or more

🏕️ From Camping Les Druides

All three sweet addresses within very easy reach:

• ✅ All three addresses 2.3 km from the campsite

• ✅ 5 minutes by car to all the ice cream parlours, avenue Miln, Carnac-Plage

• ✅ Heated pool at the campsite to relax after your treat

Suggestion for a sweet day out:

1. Beach in the morning

2. Ice cream break at L'Igloo at midday

3. Picnic in the afternoon

4. Waffles at Les Niniches in the late afternoon

5. A Moustache ice cream in the evening 🍦

✨ In short

The sweet treats of Carnac offer an exceptional artisan experience: the 180 legendary flavours of L'Igloo, the 140 high-end creations of Glaces Moustache and the authentic Breton confectionery of Les Niniches, with 80 years of tradition. Ice cream made with local raw milk, signature hot waffles and traditional sweet specialities bring together Breton heritage and contemporary creativity.

From Camping Les Druides, 2.3 km from these businesses (5 minutes by car), discover a seaside paradise of indulgence where artisan ice cream makers and confectioners keep sweet traditions and innovations alive. An unforgettable experience for your Breton holiday.

📞 Practical information

L'Igloo – the Carnac ice cream institution

Address: 14 avenue Miln, 56340 Carnac
Telephone: +33 2 97 52 09 79
Season: all year round (busier in summer)
Speciality: 180 flavours (world record)
Opening times: 10 am–11 pm (depending on the weather)

Glaces Moustache – high-end artisan

Address: 2 avenue Miln, 56340 Carnac
Website: www.glaces-moustache.fr
Season: April–September
Speciality: 140 creative, award-winning flavours
Opening times: 10 am–8 pm (until 11 pm in July–August)

Les Niniches – Maison d'Armorine

Address: 7 avenue du Parc, 56340 Carnac
Telephone: +33 9 51 65 27 42
Website: www.maison-armorine.com
Season: April–September
Speciality: Niniches "Best Sweet in France", Salidou
Opening times: 10 am–12.30 pm and 2.30 pm–7 pm (10 am–11 pm in July–August)

Camping Les Druides

Address: 55 Chemin de Beaumer, 56340 Carnac
Telephone: +33 2 97 52 08 18
Website: www.camping-les-druides.com/en
Nearby: all the ice cream parlours within 300–500 m
Services: heated pool, bar for guests from 6 pm, information at reception