Why this part of Brittany..
Although la Basse Rouerie is situated in a quiet location it is only a few minutes
from the the pretty village of Mellé which has a bar-tabac-resturant-store
and only 5 minutes from Louvigne du Desert with its shops, supermarkets and restaurants.
Try tasting the local cider and following the cider route, which weaves its way
through the Normandy and Brittany countryside. Many of the cider manufacturers welcome
visitors and offer guided tours of the cellars and have tastings. Whilst staying
at La Basse Rouerie holiday cottages try our own cider it's delicious!
Calvados is a fine distilled spirit, it is the final destiny of the apple. The age
of a good calvados is important, at least 20 years old is best. Pommeau is Normandy's
own aperitif and is made from a mixture of cider and calvados.
Many freshly made cheeses are to be found in the area, and can be sampled in the
many local markets and supermarkets. There is a cheese farm 10 mins away that has
open days twice a week in July and August.
Freshly baked bread and delicious cakes are abundant in the patisseries and local
boulangeries.
Pancakes are Brittany's famous speciality and come in two varieties; Crepes which
are made with a batter of wheat flour and usually have a sweet filling and Galettes
which are made with buckwheat flour and contain a savour filling,usually a huge
sausage. They can be bought at any local market and the many creperies.
We are sure you will enjoy your stay in this beautiful part of Brittany, close to
the Normandy border. A gastronomic delight and sightseeing paradise.
The Area Surrounding Our Cottages In Brittany
Brittany has the longest coastline in France and therefore there are miles of unspoilt
sandy beaches. A coastal footpath makes it almost possible to walk the entire length
from Mont St Michel in the North to Saint Nazaire.
Inland Brittany is less well trodden that its coast and the beautiful countryside
is full of history, heritage and legends. Take time to explore the diverse landscapes
of farmland, woodland, rivers, canals and lakes.
St Malo - An old port with a walled town full of seafood restaurants,
souvenir shops and pedestrian ramparts that offer fantastic views of the port and
the miles of sandy beaches.
Cancale - A small picturesque fishing town, famous for its oysters
and seafood, plus there are some wonderful walks along rugged coastal paths.
Mont St Michel - The 8th wonder of the world. A magnificent abbey
perched on an island joined to the mainland by a causeway. The abbey stands above
a village, which is full of shops and restaurants, it is spectacular at night.
Rennes - The capital of Brittany, The beautiful 17th century Palais
de Justice and medieval Place des Lices (Jousters Square) are well worth a visit
for the half-timbered buildings.
Dinan - A medieval stronghold overlooking the exceptional Vallée
de la Rance, Dinan is undeniably one of the most exquisite cities of Brittany. Still
entirely surrounded by its ramparts, it has belfries, churches, convents, timbered
houses and narrow streets disclosing their secrets as you go along.
Fougeres - Overlooking vast green countryside Fougeres has retained
all of the grandeur of it's glorious past. The 12th century Chateau was an outpost
of medieval Brittany and one of the biggest and best-preserved fortifications in
Europe. Fougeres old town still contains wooden buildings and hosts of shops and
restaurants.
Nearest:
Airport - Dinard - 90km
Supermarket - Champion - 10km
Train - Rennes - 90km
Beach - Genet - 20km
French registered (Siret no 482 177 086 00014)
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