{"id":44486,"date":"2024-01-18T17:45:22","date_gmt":"2024-01-18T16:45:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/francevisiting.com\/?p=44486"},"modified":"2024-01-22T01:47:29","modified_gmt":"2024-01-22T00:47:29","slug":"saint-quay-portrieux-ker-moor","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/francevisiting.com\/index.php\/2024\/01\/18\/saint-quay-portrieux-ker-moor\/","title":{"rendered":"Have a stay in the Ker Moor Hotel in Saint-Quay-Portrieux, on the way to Saint-Brieuc and its amazing Maison Saint-Yves"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Located on the northern coast of Brittany, the city of Saint-Quay-Portrieux is a charming town which seduces with its rich history, its picturesque seascapes and its authentically Breton atmosphere. Founded in the 15th century, Saint-Quay-Portrieux bears witness to the multifaceted history of the surrounding C\u00f4tes d’Armor<\/em> department, even celebrating its Breton identity through various cultural events and other random local festivities. This includes traditional music festivals, art exhibitions and nautical events, creating a festive atmosphere throughout the year. Don’t also miss to walk around the quays, which are full of seafood restaurants, inviting visitors to taste tasty local dishes, unless you prefer practicing sailing, kayaking and scuba diving activities, accessible in a preserved marine setting, ie to explore marine life.<\/strong> By AP<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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..starring a typical Breton<\/strong> typed architecture<\/strong>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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There are beautiful villas<\/strong> in and around the alleys<\/strong>..<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Not far from the Pointe du Roselier <\/em><\/strong>lighthouse, which offers a panoramic <\/strong>view of the sea<\/strong>, displaying the rich maritime <\/strong>past of the region<\/strong>, don’t miss to go through the numerous beaches <\/strong>of Saint-Quay-Portrieux<\/strong>, such as the Casino beach <\/strong><\/em>and the Ch\u00e2telet beach<\/em><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

As you can see a wide potential <\/strong>of leisure <\/strong>moments can be offered to you, without forgetting the emblematic <\/strong>private mansions <\/strong>and public edifices <\/strong>to admire all around the town<\/strong>, such as the Saint-Quay church, <\/strong>which both combines Gothic <\/strong>and Renaissance<\/strong> styles. Visitors <\/strong>can enjoy some sea breeze<\/strong>, while notably exploring the picturesque coves<\/strong>, along the coastline <\/strong>(photo credits: AP).<\/p>\nngg_shortcode_0_placeholder\n

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..a singular bell tower<\/strong>, visible from afar.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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Perched on the heights of Saint-Quay-Portrieux<\/strong>.. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

For instance, the port <\/strong>of Saint-Quay-Portrieux <\/strong>is the heart of local activity<\/strong>, where fishermen <\/strong>are always ready to unload their precious cargo <\/strong>of fresh fish <\/strong>daily, creating an authentic <\/strong>and lively <\/strong>atmosphere. Also take advantage of your stay<\/strong> to visit the C\u00f4te du Go\u00eblo<\/strong><\/em> which goes from Saint-Brieuc<\/strong> to Paimpol<\/strong>, unveiling typical fishing<\/strong> ports<\/strong> and wild cliffs<\/strong>, like those of Plouha<\/strong><\/em>, punctuate this very pleasant itinerary<\/strong>. <\/p>\n

Not far from there, let’s invest the unique Ker Moor Pr\u00e9f\u00e9rence Hotel<\/strong><\/em>, as well perched on a cliff<\/strong>, offering a panoramic<\/strong> view of the Bay<\/strong> of Saint-Brieuc<\/strong>, located between the Port d\u2019Armor<\/strong> and the Kasino<\/strong><\/em>. <\/p>\n

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..right next to this lovely Moorish<\/strong> pavilion and endless beaches<\/strong>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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The hotel<\/strong>, recently built, is located in an exceptional location<\/strong>..      <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Overlooked by the splendid Ch\u00e2teau de Calan<\/strong><\/em>, nicknamed the \u201cTurkish villa\u201d<\/strong><\/em> for its extravagant neo-Moorish<\/strong> style, it was built at the end of the 19th century<\/strong> by the Count of La Lande de Calan<\/strong><\/em>.<\/p>\n

Expanded at the beginning of the 20th century<\/strong>, in the midst of the boom in seaside resorts<\/strong>, this architectural<\/strong> masterpiece as well bears witness to a certain eccentricity<\/strong> that some could demonstrate during the Belle \u00c9poque<\/strong><\/em> to distinguish themselves. Inside, an oriental<\/strong>-inspired decoration<\/strong> bears the imprint of the Odorico<\/strong><\/em> mosaic artists<\/strong>, who left a great diversity of creations<\/strong> in Brittany<\/strong>, like the nearby Villa Caruhel<\/strong><\/em> in Etables-sur-Mer<\/strong>.<\/div>\n
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..since all the rooms<\/strong> overlook the sea<\/strong> and the small \u00cele de la Comtesse<\/strong><\/em>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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A breathtaking view<\/strong>, before a warm<\/strong> welcome and a comfortable<\/strong> room..<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

By the way, the Ker Moor<\/strong><\/em> hotel was built in the 60s<\/strong> with an immaculate cubic<\/strong> facade, creating a contrast with the previously enunciated castle<\/strong>. This “hotel on the rocks”<\/strong><\/em> would be entirely renovated during this winter 2024<\/strong>, due to the impulsion of the new quatuor<\/strong><\/em> of owners<\/strong>. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Thereafter, this establishment<\/strong> would be ready again to welcome visitors<\/strong> in a cosy and design framework<\/strong>, from the lounge<\/strong> until the various rooms<\/strong>. They already offer a contemporary<\/strong> and bright<\/strong> surface, and most of them are adorned with a spacious balcony<\/strong>, to admire this panoramic view<\/strong> over the sea<\/strong> and the tiny \u00cele de la Comtesse<\/strong><\/em>. <\/div>\n
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This small island<\/strong> has had many owners<\/strong>, including several countesses<\/strong> from whom it takes its name<\/strong>. Accessible at low tide<\/strong>, this curiosity<\/strong> was the property of the Eug\u00e8ne Rimmel<\/strong>‘s family, a famous perfumer<\/strong>, who used to grow rare plant essences<\/strong> and lavender<\/strong>, essentially used in the production of aromatic<\/strong> substances.<\/div>\n
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..soon renovated<\/strong>, we can admit you immediately feel at home<\/strong>. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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When you set down your suitcases<\/strong> in this cosy decoration<\/strong>.. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Perfect to spend a nice stay in communion<\/strong> with this maritime<\/strong> neighborhood, while benefiting from all the equipment<\/strong> you could need for at this occasion, so to say a courtesy tray<\/strong>, a security safe<\/strong>, a mini bar<\/strong>, a flat screen TV<\/strong>, and of course free WiFi<\/strong><\/em>\u2026<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

You could even enjoy a real TV show<\/strong>, fulfilled by this seaside<\/strong> environment, ideally located for a good moment of relaxation<\/strong>, overlooking the passengers<\/strong> from the GR34<\/strong><\/em> path. From the hotel<\/strong> overlooking the sea, you could walk along the Sentier des Douaniers<\/strong><\/em> (as “customs<\/strong>officers<\/strong>“<\/em>‘ path), the GR 34<\/strong><\/em>.<\/div>\n
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..that you can appreciate from your terrace<\/strong> above a garden<\/strong>..<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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These landscapes<\/strong> are rare, like a true haven of peace <\/strong>and silence<\/strong><\/em>..<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Indeed, this bucolic trail path<\/strong> passes at the foot of the hotel<\/strong>, offering a stopover for hikers<\/strong> and even a direct access to the beach<\/strong>, before eventually pursuing this very nice walk<\/strong> to the port<\/strong> and the beautiful beaches<\/strong> of Saint-Quay-Portrieux<\/strong>, where you will find good relaxing spots<\/strong>. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Adding to this, if you are into cycling<\/strong>, the V\u00e9lomaritime EV4<\/strong><\/em> way also crosses the Saint-Quay-Portrieux<\/strong> station, converting the Ker Moor Hotel<\/strong><\/em> a cycling Accueil V\u00e9lo<\/strong><\/em> station. For your information, an electric bike<\/strong> rental service<\/strong> is available in situ<\/strong><\/em>, from \u20ac15<\/strong> to \u20ac25<\/strong> (half-day or full day).<\/div>\n
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Ker Moor Preference Hotel<\/strong><\/em><\/a>, 13 Rue du Pr\u00e9sident le S\u00e9n\u00e9cal, 22410 Saint-Quay-Portrieux (France) \/ Phone : 00 33 (0)2 96 70 52 22. More information on their official website<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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..this Breton<\/strong> city offers a unique and captivating experience<\/strong>, for random locals<\/strong> and visitors<\/strong>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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Between the walls steeped in history, the magnificent beaches<\/strong> and the cultural<\/strong> excitement.. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Not far from it and still located in the heart of Brittany<\/strong>, the city of Saint-Brieuc<\/strong> reveals itself as a multifaceted city<\/strong>, harmoniously blending its rich historical<\/strong> past with a contemporary<\/strong> atmosphere. Saint-Brieuc<\/strong> was founded in the Middle Ages<\/strong>, naturally bearing the name of the eponymous bishop<\/strong>, called Saint Brieuc<\/strong>, who is said to have evangelized<\/strong> the region, in the 5th century<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Therefore, this Breton<\/strong> city proposes a blend between tradition<\/strong> and modernity<\/strong>, thanks to its cobbled<\/strong> streets, full of architectural<\/strong> treasures, such as the Saint-\u00c9tienne<\/strong> Cathedral<\/strong> as a backdrop. For instance, this Gothic<\/strong> masterpiece conveys a true testimony from medieval<\/strong> piety, inviting visitors<\/strong> on a journey through good old times<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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..before a colorful<\/strong> and unusual<\/strong> discovery of the city of Saint-Brieuc<\/strong>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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From the medieval<\/strong> part, let yourself be guided by these unique stylish artworks<\/strong>.. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Apart from this, this city<\/strong> comes alive to the rhythm of its dynamic cultural<\/strong> life, from artistic festivals<\/strong> to contemporary exhibitions<\/strong>. Indeed, Saint-Brieuc<\/strong> offers a wide range of events<\/strong> that appeal to art<\/strong> and culture<\/strong> lovers. Moreover, the walls of Saint-Brieuc<\/strong> could be a true color chart<\/strong>, oscillating between Art Deco<\/strong><\/em> style, with its rounded corners<\/strong>, bow windows<\/strong> and portholes<\/strong>, ironwork<\/strong>, floral and spiral motifs<\/strong>. Before pursuing through architecture facades<\/strong> and walls<\/strong> covered with countless street art<\/strong> frescoes. In particular, Odorico<\/strong><\/em> mosaics and street art<\/strong> punctuate this chromatic<\/strong> palette. By the way, this contemporary mural art<\/strong> has even been the subject of a dedicated festival<\/strong>, baptized Just Do Paint<\/strong><\/em>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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..covering entire<\/strong> or more discreet<\/strong> facades.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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Look for the details<\/strong>, track the colors in Saint-Brieuc<\/strong>..<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

At this occasion, every year, international artists<\/strong> have been succeeding to imagine the various walls<\/strong> of Saint-Brieuc<\/strong> into multiple variations<\/strong>. This is also the case of the Shake Art<\/strong><\/em> festival, transforming the city center<\/strong> into a real open-air gallery<\/strong>, since 2018<\/strong>. That’s why today, there are more than 70 frescoes<\/strong> accessible to visitors<\/strong> and curious<\/strong> people. In order to learn about them, a specific themed<\/strong> path has been designed to allow anyone<\/strong> of you to discover these celebrations of graffiti<\/strong><\/em> and street art<\/strong> expressions, in and around. Perfect to immerse yourself in the distinct universes of those local and international artists<\/strong> that left their mark and highlight this urban art<\/strong>, through different techniques<\/strong> and influences<\/strong>. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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..to the visit of the mandatory chapel<\/strong>, which can be invested the time of a spiritual<\/strong> moment.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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The colors used in this cloister<\/strong>, but not only, are a beautiful introduction<\/strong>.. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Beneath the restoration of historic<\/strong> buildings and respectful urban<\/strong> planning projects, the city strives to reconcile its heritage<\/strong> with the aspirations of the present<\/strong>. Furthermore, Saint-Brieuc<\/strong> invites you in its multifaceted spirit<\/strong>, brilliantly combining its historical<\/strong> heritage with such a vibrant modernity<\/strong>. This could be as well essentially illustrated by the chapel<\/strong> of Maison Saint-Yves<\/strong><\/em>, a colorful jewel<\/strong> decorated with mosaics<\/strong> and frescoes<\/strong>. Nested in a discreet quarter<\/strong>, on the heights of the Gou\u00e9dic<\/strong> valley, don’t miss to pass by this unpredictable monument<\/strong>. Imagined by Harel de la No\u00eb<\/strong>, the Maison Saint-Yves<\/strong><\/em> is an open place of religious<\/strong> life, for all the ones interested in heritage<\/strong> and art history<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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The Saint-Yves chapel<\/strong> is unique, from the narthex<\/strong><\/em>, the mosaics<\/strong> of Odorico<\/strong><\/em>, where its altars<\/strong>.. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

On Tuesdays<\/strong> and Thursdays<\/strong> during the holidays<\/strong>, you could follow visits<\/strong>, where get unveiled the cloister<\/strong>, distributing the different spaces<\/strong> and functions<\/strong>. Built in 1927<\/strong>, this edifice<\/strong> borrows many codes<\/strong> of this period, from concrete<\/strong>, even wearing the bell tower<\/strong>. At its center, a graphic<\/strong> and sober<\/strong> landscaped garden<\/strong>, incorporating some religious symbolism<\/strong>. On top of that, the library<\/strong> preserves plenty of old books<\/strong>, some dating from the 17th century<\/strong>. Nonetheless, also admire the colossal fresco<\/strong>, realized by a Seiz Breur<\/strong><\/em> movement’s member, particularly through a series of diverted Breton<\/strong> ornaments. Thus, Xavier de Langlais<\/strong> depicts here the arrival of the monk Brieuc<\/strong>, in the nearby Bay<\/strong>, back in the 6th century<\/strong>, according to legends. <\/p>\n

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ngg_shortcode_9_placeholderMaison Saint-Yves<\/strong><\/a>, Rue Mathurin M\u00e9heut, 22000 Saint-Brieuc (France) \/ Phone : 00 33 (0)2 96 68 13 40. More information on their official website<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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