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Description
Lorient is a town in Morbihan, on the south coast of Brittany.
The Morbihan is a region of Brittany rich in history and culture. The name mor bihan comes from the Breton "little sea" which is a reference to the inland sea of the Golfe du Morbihan, where an abundance of wildlife thrives, together with yachts and small boats meandering between its lovely islands. Just outside the gulf is the Atlantic Ocean, "mor braz" (big sea or ocean), where sailors once started their long voyages to the Orient.
French is the main language of use in the area, though those involved with the tourism industry will usually speak at least some English.
Restaurants
The specialties in Brittany :
- Seafood, oysters, mussels.
- Buckwheat pancakes, crepes and desserts.
- Ham and pork products.
- Buttermilk
- Artichokes and cauliflowers.
- Breton cider
- Wine
Lodging
See the listing of the Hotels in Lorient
Nearby
Josselin – The chateau des Rohan
Pontivy – Napoleonic heritage trail
Vannes and Le Golfe du Morbihan