Where to take the kids

Brittany has many great places to visit and take the kids. Here are just a few - but of course you could always take your buckets and spades and head off to the beaches, the lighthouses, castles and countless boat trips from around the best coastline in France.

Abeille Vivante & la Cite des Fourmis A bee and ant farm where children can see the insects at work. Also an exhibition of old bee-keeping tools and equipment. Commentary in English. At Kercadoret, Le Faouet. Tel: 02 97 23 08 05

Adventure Parc Action sports park for aerial activities: climbing nets, ropes, rope ladders, abseiling and more for age 8 and up. At La Poupinaie-est, Quelneuc (56). Tel: 02 99 93 78 78

Aquarive Water park with vast chain of swimming pools (temp 29 to 34 degrees), water toboggan, paddling pool, aquagym, Jacuzzis, saunas and sun rooms. Cafeteria and restaurant. Open daily. At route de Kerogan, Creac'h Gwen, Quimper. Tel: 02 98 52 00 15

Cobac Parc Entertainment park with water slides and swimming pools, rodeo, pony rides, mini train and boat rides and more. Shaded parking. In Lanhelin, between Rennes and St Malo. Tel: 02 99 73 80 16

Coetarlan Aventure Mini park, forest walks and pony rides for children. Open April to November. At Tevineaux, Nivillac (56). Tel: 02 99 99 97 03

Haliotika Everything to do with sea fishing. 730m square space near the fish market includes displays of boats, fish varieties, interactive educational for children and boat rides. Terrasse Panoramique de la Criee, Le Guilvinec. Tel: 02 98 58 28 38

K3 Patinoire Skating rink at 8 rue Bernard Guillemot, Quimper (29). Tel: 02 98 53 19 50

La Ferme du Mond Vast 25 hectare park separated into areas representing different agricultural parts of the world and animals. Children can interact with the animals. Open April to November. At Carentour.
Tel: 02 99 93 70 70

Le Marinarium Marine centre for oceanographic discovery. Video shows and demonstrations. At Place de la Croix, Concarneau (29) Tel: 02 98 50 81 64

Les Balneides Water park and heated swimming pools (29 deg): toboggans, water cannons, slides, paddling and toddler pools, sauna, and aqua gym. Private and group swimming lessons for children. Open daily. At Allee de loc'hilaire, Fouesnant. Tel: 02 98 56 18 19

Oceanopolis Vast ocean discovery park with over 1,000 animal species in recreated natural habitats: Polar region, Caribbean, Great Barrier Reef and more. Restaurant and gift shop. At Port du Plaisance du Moulin Blanc, Brest. Tel: 02 98 34 40 40

Odet Loisirs Huge park of 7 hectares with games for children: trampolines, bouncy mountains, huge slides, mazes, water features and adventure activities for older kids. Picnic or eat at the restaurant. D15 between Quimper and Coray, Elliant. Tel: 02 98 59 18 25

Parc Aquanature Vast natural park with buck, aquariums, horse and 4x4 trails, and a "Safari Breton".Open daily from Easter to November. Stone houses for overnight stays sleep 6 to 8. At Le Sterou, Priziac.
Tel: 02 97 34 63 84

Planetarium de Bretagne Full demonstrations include: The planet with 1000 Faces; A Voyage through the Solar System and The Southern Sky Mysteries. At the Cosmopolis, Pleumeur-Bodou (22). Tel: 02 96 15 80 32

Planete Aquarium Aquarium and bird park with 3D cinema and waterfall. Children's groups and conference hall rental. At rue du Goyen, Audierne. Tel: 02 98 70 03 03

Poete Ferrailler Sculptor/creator/artist creates machines, toys, musical sculptures and more from waste material. Open daily 1 April to end October and open Sundays and holidays, November to March. Special rates for children up to 14 years. At La Ville Stephant, Lizio (56) Tel: 02 97 74 97 94

Tropical Parc Tropical and exotic birds (with a special parakeet show), animals and plants in 8 acres of parkland. Also an area fro Asian art. At St Jacut les Pins. Tel: 02 99 71 91 98

Zoo de Pont Scorff Birds, cats of the world, African animals and more. Restaurant and open all year. At Kerruisseau, Pont-Scorff (56). Tel: 02 97 32 60 86

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We hope you enjoy your visit to the site of Ty Bihen, a converted self catering Breton Stone cottage on the Pink Granite Coast, Cotes D'Armor, Brittany, France.