Discover Brittany in summer with your dog
What are the beaches, coves and islands to visit with your dog in Brittany? How to organize your camping vacation with your dog? In this article, find out how to travel to Brittany with your dog!
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Just by writing the title of this article, I can already see myself there... The fine sandy beaches, the rocky coasts, the spray on stormy days, the smell of gorse on the coastal path, the small seaside resorts full of charming feet in the water, the shellfish tasted in a restaurant with a view of the sea, the sound of the waves receding as the tide goes down... You will have understood it, I am a lover of Brittany and still more of Brittany with my dog!
Finistère, the Gulf of Morbihan, the Pink Granite Coast, Saint Malo, the Glénans, the magical forest of Brocéliande, the island of Ouessant: there is so much to see and do in Brittany that I would not enough of this article to tell you about all the treasures of this corner of France. So I have chosen to present you here some good tips and tricks to discover Brittany with your dog. Let's start right away with the essential question: where to find a dog-friendly campsite in Brittany?
Go camping with your dog
Did I make you want to spend a few days or a few weeks of vacation in Brittany with your dog and your whole family? On EmmèneTonChien.com, accommodation section, you can find a multitude of Breton accommodations ready to welcome you and your dog.
In this article, I have chosen to give you a special focus on camping with a dog. In effect, go camping in Brittany with your dog, that's often the coolest thing.
Many Breton campsites have their feet almost in the water: it's perfect for going for a swim whenever you feel like it.
Camping is a perfect type of holiday accommodation to make friends easily: for you as well as for your dog. Your dog will surely be less shy than you and will quickly greet his neighbor in the mobile home or tent. Once he has taken the first step, all you have to do is greet the doggie master and start the conversation! And it's up to you to grill and barbecue with your bungalow neighbours.
What is also nice at the campsite is that we live almost 100% outside: the opportunity to a real break from our daily life and finally take your time. Our doggies love it: lazing on the deck chair, throwing Frisbees on the beach, exploring the water holes left by the tide between the rocks to unearth a few small crabs, chasing the seagulls, strolling along the coastal paths... Your dog will love Brittany as much as you do.
The GR34: touring Brittany with your dog
Do you want to discover ALL of Brittany with your dog from start to finish? This is an excellent way to discover the thousands of grandiose landscapes it has to share with you. The GR34 is a hiking trail that goes around Brittany by the coast. It starts from Mont-Saint-Michel, runs all around Brittany and ends in Saint-Nazaire. I recommend this magnificent hike with your dog, in portions of a few kilometers from time to time or in sessions of several days of roaming hiking. Be sure to be amazed! But be careful, this hike must be earned and prepared.
It is true that hiking with your dog, it can't be improvised. Of course, as always, for a successful hike with your dog, you have to know how to be well equipped. Here are some essential dog accessories: his bowl, unlimited water, a small first aid kit for sores, a few treats in case of a little hunger…
Whatever portion of the GR34 you choose to test with your dog, be aware that, depending on the season, it is generally a very busy path. You're likely to meet a lot of people there, so either you have a dog that has an impeccable recall, or he will have to do the hike attached. Some portions of the Breton coast are very steep: you will also have to be very vigilant to ensure the safety of your dog during the somewhat difficult passages.
Brittany: beaches, coves, islands
How can you tell you about Brittany without mentioning these secret and magical coves, its bewitching and marvelous islands, the fine white sand beaches...? I grant you, the water can be a little cold for swimming even in the middle of summer if you are a little sensitive, but after a few grimaces, you will quickly be in the water to enjoy the waves. Brittany has everything from a postcard setting.
Does your dog love water? He'll love this dog-friendly vacation destination. But beware, as in many regions in France, dogs are rather unwelcome on the beaches, especially in the middle of summer. You won't find many beaches where they are allowed unfortunately… Remember to do your research before taking your dog to the beach.. The little trick to enjoy the sea with your doggie? Find a small cove away from the big tourist beaches! It is often much more beautiful corners and you will be quiet there; but it is worth it. You will have to explore the nooks and crannies along the coastal path to find your little piece of lost paradise.
In any case, always remember to take your dog's beach essentials with you: a bowl, unlimited water, a parasol and a small first aid kit. Above all, your dog should not drink seawater at the risk of severe dehydration and/or significant digestive disorders which will lead you directly to the veterinarian. Remember to always offer him a place in the shade under your parasol: dogs fear the heat. Heatstroke can be fatal. Be sure to always rinse your dog with clear water when returning from the beach, whether he has bathed or not. Salt and sand can irritate your skin, eyes or ears.
Any last advice for enjoying Brittany with your dog? Discover the Breton islands. Dogs are accepted in most maritime shuttles serving the Breton islands. If he's not seasick, he should be happy toexplore a new destination with you. Among my favourites, I invite you to discover Bréhat and Ouessant. Taking the boat with your dog is quite simple. However, think of its comfort: very often the floor of the boats is made of steel and our four-legged friends do not like to walk on it. Remember to take a towel or a carpet so that he can lie down quietly during the crossing.
I hope I have made you want to discover Brittany with your dog. If you spend a few days there, think of me and share your photos with the #emmenetonchien! Also think of me when you enjoy a good pancake with a bowl of cider. Yum !