The architectural heritage of this medieval town makes it a magnificent site, with its Saint-Corentin cathedral, atypical half-timbered houses from the 16th and 17th centuries, ramparts, museums and shops…
Shopping in Quimper
You’ll find plenty of artisanal stores in and around Rue Kéréon. As for crêperies, you should find what you’re looking for on Place au beurre. We also recommend you try the macaroons of Philomène, France’s1st macaroon maker.
Markets
Les Halles Saint-François is open all day every day of the year (except Sunday afternoons). Big market: Wednesdays and Saturdays: 8:30am-1:30pm along the Steïr river and around the Halles.
History and location of the capital of Finistère
Quimper, classified as a town of art and history, is historically the capital of the Glazik and Cornouaille regions. Today, it is the capital of Finistère, a department of Brittany. It lies at the confluence of the Odet, Steïr, Frout and Jet rivers.
Events
Discover Breton culture in all its splendor at the Cornouaille Festival. Bagads, concerts, parades, Breton dances, embroidery… everything you need to discover a fabulous culture.
Campsite Quimper
With the town’s high reputation, it’s only natural that there’s a wide range of accommodation to suit all tastes. Our campsite offers mobile homes for rent close to Quimper. So it only takes 30 minutes to travel from the campsite in Concarneau to Quimper.
