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 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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