Camping Les Druides *Visit Carnac and its surroundings
Discover Carnac and its surroundings while staying at Camping Les Druides, an ideal place for family vacations.
Rent your pitch or mobile home with Wi-Fi and enjoy a friendly and relaxing setting. Located near the sandy beaches of Carnac and La Trinité-sur-Mer, our 3-star campsite offers modern facilities: a heated swimming pool for relaxation, playgrounds for children, and multi-sports fields to entertain your teenagers. With its shaded pitches and prime location in the heart of Quiberon Bay, Camping Les Druides is the perfect starting point for exploring the region's natural, historical, and cultural treasures.
The town of Carnac is known for itsalignmentsof 2,934 standing stones, as well as for its seaside resort.
Carnac is located on the northern edge of Mor braz, on the Atlantic coast, between theGulf of Morbihanto the east and theQuiberon peninsulato the west. It is a very large coastal town that offers a protected stretch of water for most of itsfine sandy beaches.
In 1974, a thalassotherapy center was built on part of the dried-up salt marshes. A few salt marshes remain, but they are no longer in use. Opposite them, the Barrière de Carnac casino was built.
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** The history of Carnac: From prehistoric life to a seaside resort
Carnac has probably been occupied continuously since the fifth millennium BC, when the Saint Michel tumulus was built (in the Neolithic period). At its base, it is 125 meters long, 60 meters wide, and 12 meters high. It required 35,000 cubic meters of stone and earth to build. It is a tomb for members of the elite and contained various funerary objects, most of which are now on display at the Museum of Prehistory. The chapel was then built on top of it.
The alignments are divided into several distinct groups. The Ménec alignments consist of 12 converging rows of standing stones stretching over more than a kilometer, with the remains of stone circles at each end. The largest stones, to the west, are up to 4 m high.
Legend has it that Saint Cornelius, pursued by Roman soldiers, turned around and turned them into stones, known today as menhirs.
Around 1875, Scottish archaeologist James Miln (1819-1881) came to study the site and hired Zacharie Le Rouzic (1864-1939) as his guide and assistant. After the death of his mentor, Le Rouzic became the custodian and then curator of the Museum of Prehistory and, although self-taught, he became an internationally recognized specialist in the region's megaliths.
In 1903, a seaside resort was created on former salt marshes. It developed significantly in the 1950s, turning Carnac into a two-part town: Carnac-ville and Carnac-Plage.
Carnac: Seaside Resort
Located in the prestigious natural setting of Quiberon Bay, Carnac, world-renowned for its alignments of standing stones, offersfour complementary experiences:
Beaches:
Carnac is best known for its fine sandy beaches, perfect for relaxing or enjoying water sports. The Grande Plage, a huge stretch of white sand 2 kilometers long, is one of the most famous beaches in the region. Ideally facing south ☀️, it is perfect for family swimming thanks to its calm waters and summer lifeguard service. Other beaches such as Saint Colomban, Ty Bihan, Légenèse, and Beaumer each offer their own unique charm, with wild coves or areas suitable for children 👨👩👧👦. These beaches are ideal places to enjoy the mild climate and recharge your batteries by the sea. Relax on the beaches and enjoy the pleasures ofswimming in the sea with your familyin complete safety. Don't forget to check the tide timesfor the day!
On the megalith side:
Carnac is world-famous for its megalithic alignments, an impressive collection of thousands of standing stones erected several millennia ago. These Neolithic remains bear witness to the ingenuity, mystery, and cultural practices of prehistoric Breton societies.
Discover the menhirs, dolmens, and other megalithic sites that make Carnac a town with a unique historical heritage in Brittany. It's the perfect place for beautiful walks or bike rides.
Thanks to the association "Paysages des mégalithes de Carnac et du Sud Morbihan" ( Landscapes of the Megaliths of Carnac and Southern Morbihan), the megaliths of Carnac and the shores of Morbihan are now listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. This classification recognizes the exceptional nature of these megalithic sites in southern Morbihan. Find a map of our region here to plan your visits.
A new museum is being built for 2027 to showcase all of the collections. The current prehistory museum does not have enough space to display all of its collections due to the sheer number of objects.
Don't miss the exceptional site of Locmariaquer: the merchants' table with the large broken menhir.
Nature side:
Beyond its beaches and stones, Carnac boasts a wealth of natural beauty. The town is ideal for lovers of outdoor walks, with its moors, dunes, and coastal paths. The coastline, protected between the Gulf of Morbihan and Quiberon Bay, offers soothing sea views and rich biodiversity. The region's natural spaces invite you to disconnect and recharge your batteries, allowing you to combine culture, relaxation, and nature in a single stay.
Enjoy 40 km of hiking trails to explore Carnac, on foot or by bike. This rich natural heritage, often overlooked by visitors, hides many treasures: fountains, chapels, and other natural sites will enchant you! The GR34 long-distance hiking trail crosses our beautiful region, through the countryside or along the coastline, offering breathtaking views of the beautiful natural surroundings!
City side:
Carnac is also a lively and welcoming town 😊 that has retained its authentic, family-friendly character. Its town center, right next to the Grande Plage, offers shops, restaurants, and typical Breton markets 🥖. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, perfect for strolling around and discovering the local cuisine after a day of sightseeing or swimming. Carnac's central location also makes it easy to reach other towns of interest such as Vannes, Quiberon, Lorient, and Rennes, enriching your stay with cultural and tourist excursions.
Discover all the activities and leisure pursuits available to make the most of your stay in Carnac.
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