Le Guib - French holiday Gite in Ploneour Lanvern, Brittany

	FRENCH MARKETS; A stay in France would not be complete without the experience of visiting a weekly market. Why is it that they can make someting that you can see in many other countries worldwide - just so different. The sounds, the colours, the aromas all add to the overall pleasure of being there, even if you happen to have a rainy day. Some excellent bargains to be had, and don't be afraid to ask for "dernier prix" if it's somthing you really want.
	FEST NOZ; This literally means 'festival of the night' in Breton. Starting often quite early, they generally can go on well into the night, but by the time you have had a few drinks and dances you can hardly care. There is nearly always live traditional music, but often lifted by the inclusion of modern instruments. A great way to while away several hours and meet the warm and friendly local people.
	VIDE GRENIERS; The translation of this means 'empty attic,' so as you would guess it's an opportunity to get rid of those odd few things you will never use again, and make a bit of money in the process. You may also see 'puces' advertised, which is the French for flea, so as you would guess is a Flea Market. These are held at regular times and locations throughout the whole of Brittany. Perhaps you may be just lucky enough to stumble across a missing Lautrec or Monet.
	FESTIVALS & FETES; These take place at weekends throughout the summer in the many surrounding villages and towns. They are very often attached to some part of the heritage of the Brittany, such as the dress for the Fête des Brodeuses that takes place in Pont-l'Abbé, or what they may eat as in fête des crêpes. There is a particularly large music festival that takes place in Quimper in July, which has people from all around the world playing Breton and Celtic music.
	NATURAL BEAUTY; The Glénan archipelago is to be found about 18km off Fouesnant, which is about 30 mins from Le Guib. This area of outstanding natural beauty provides absolutely white sandy beaches and incredibly clear waters that would make the Caribbean proud. An excellent place to make your first venture into snorkeling or sign up with the international diving school that is based there.

If you are visiting France for the first time then you will probably try and fit everything in to a few short weeks. The problem is, is that there is so much going on all through the year, then it's likely you could miss a lot. Fortunately Le Guib is available all year round, and just a short trip from the UK to even enjoy a long weekend.

A large local market in Pont-l'Abbé is held every Thursday in the place de la République and place Gambetta.

The market in Concarneau is held twice a week on Monday and Friday.

The market in Quimper is held three times a week on Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. The market of Friday afternoon is specifically for organic produce. The permanent market hall is open everyday, where there is a good selection of all manner of foods and produce. There is an excellent Tapas stall there if you feel like a quick snack.

Le Guilvinec/Saint-Guenole Fish market is open to the public daily, and Le Guilvinec is the premier Langoustine fishing port in the whole of France.

Le Carnaval des Gras a Douarnenez animations every evening and various entertainment, 2nd - 6th February 2008. Final night sees a sort of Guy Fawkes bonfire with fireworks.

Le Printemps de Châteauneuf spring festival in Châteauneuf-du-Faou, Marchl 23rd 2008. Forty pairs of bell ringers and singers will be performing at the Fest-Deiz/Fest-Noz folk dance, a friendly gathering which will be attended by 5,000 people of every generation. Concerts with bell ringers and singers will be held all day long in this wonderful place with its monumental standing stones. A magical moment to be enjoyed by all. Click on the blue link to be taken to the official web site.

Fête des Brodeuses - usually held over a period of 5 days, starting at the beginning of the second week in July. It's a complete festival with street markets, street entertainers, organised concerts, and culminating with a magnificent firework display over the lake at the entrance to the town. Click on the blue link to be taken to the official web site.

Festival de Cornouaille, a festival at the heart of a city and culture !

July 19th to July 27, 2008 - This is one of Europe's chief festivals of art and popular traditions with a constant focus on both tradition and creation, which aims to unite the past, present and future.
The Festival stages the best regional and international artists and performers and gives newcomers the opportunity to express themselves and contribute to the development of our culture.

Shows, concerts and a variety of entertainment will be marking this summer festival which stages hundreds of musicians and thousands of dancers, catering for all ages! Click on the blue link to be taken to the official web site

Festival des Filets Bleus - Breton festival, August 16th to August 17th, 2008.

Concarneau takes on the colours of its bright-blue fishing nets for the "Festival des Filets Bleus" (Blue Nets Festival), introduced in aid of sardine fishermen in 1905.

This is a colourful festival lasting a few days with music and dancing throughout the town. The streets of Concarneau are vibrant with bagpipes and bombards, dancers and bagadoù (Breton music bands) and a whirl of lace and velvet costumes. Click on the blue link to be taken to the official web site.


February/March	350€ per week
April/May	350€ per week
June	450€ per week
July	550€ per week
August	650€ per week
September	550€ per week
October	350€ per week
November	250€ per week

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Gardens

Private Entrance

Gardens

Main Lounge

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