History and attractions of Brest (France)

On the shore of one of the numerous bays of the Atlantic ocean, the city of Brest (France). Its harbour is considered one of the most comfortable on the European coast. In the South it closes the Crozon Peninsula, in the North – the Peninsula of Leon. Six sleeves as if created by nature especially for anchorages of different types of vessels. 

Founded the port city of Brest (France) in the seventeenth century. Since then it has grown and grown. At the moment it is one of the biggest and most important commercial and military ports in the country. Today Brest is in sixth place among ports in the world by turnover and tonnage. However, due to this fact the city was given the unenviable fate. When France came the Second world war, the city was almost completely destroyed. In 1940, these lands came to Wehrmacht troops and, after heavy, protracted fighting, captured the port city of Brest (France). In these territories during the Second world war built many of the bunkers that still exist and are open for visits by tourists. 

In the postwar years the destroyed city has long rebuilt, and efforts have been Wasted. Today Brest is a beautiful and well maintained resort town. The main attraction of these wonderful places is standing on the hill, the old Brest castle. It was built in the middle ages. It is a beautiful architectural structure, consisting of seven towers, is a real “highlight” of the city. In the center is a separate fortress, which built large halls, corridors. Around the castle stretched a large and deep moat. 

Will be very interesting for those who come to Brest, attractions such as the Maritime Museum (located in the walls of the Chateau de Brest), ‘Oceanopolis” is a famous and world renowned aquarium. Tourists interested in the events of world war II, will be interesting and informative to visit the Museum of history of Brest, to see the diorama devoted to those times. For those who like to relax actively and have fun, like spending time in the great center of Maritime activities. A very popular destination among tourists who love active rest, is the Crozon Peninsula with its beautiful long beach. It will be interesting to visit the archaeological excavations in one of the oldest abbeys of Brittany, near Landevennec. Experts say that it was Founded in the year 485 of our era.
The city of Brest (France) often recreate the reconstruction of the past world war II. Tourists arriving in this city, it will be interesting to attend the film festival, which since 1985 regularly by local authorities. 

The Slopes of the majestic hills of Brest fascinate with its beauty and natural treasures. For those tourists who are traveling outside of the city, stand the magnificent scenery. You can go to admire the beautiful coastline, long sandy beaches, high towering cliffs. Here you can swim or indulge in other water sports, which include surfing, fishing, yachting.