Camping de Portez

For some time away from the sands, set forth for Saint-Mathieu lighthouse, a 15-minute drive away, or head to Fort de Bertheaume (also 15 minutes) for a culture kick with a difference – this historic fort doubles up as a leisure park with rock climbing, rope bridges and zip wires. Continue the fun at amusement park La Récré des 3 Curés (25 minutes), which has fairground rides, a paddling pool with slides, a lake with pedalos and a covered play area. Appetite for more history? Point the car towards Château de Kergroadez (20 minutes) or to Brest (25 minutes), where there's a maritime museum located inside the town's old castle. If naval history's not your thing, aim instead for Océanopolis, a large aquarium that's home to around 10,000 sea-dwelling creatures (including 1,000 different species to spot). Can't get enough of the coastline? This site is well placed for island hopping, with boat trips available nearby to the islands of Molène, Ouessant and Sein.