Brocéliande is the setting for the Arthurian cycle, in which the tales of Merlin, Viviane and Morgane shaped the cultural identity of this Breton forest. These medieval legends ...
Brittany: nature, legends, storms & heritage
Articles to find out more about Brittany: storms, forests (including Brocéliande), legends, shipwrecks and cultural landmarks.
Brittany: guides, practical information and stories
I'm talking about Brittany coastlines exposed to storms, of forests (including Brocéliande), and wrecks along the coast.
You will also find legends and cultural references to understand the places, their history and their imagination.
What you will find in this section
- Places to see in Brittany: nature, coastline, heritage.
- Practical info: access, times, atmosphere, weather.
- Breton stories and legends (Brocéliande, traditions).
- A look at photography: atmospheres, mist, light.
Explore Brittany by theme
Storms, forests, legends, shipwrecks, Broceliande: choose a theme and start reading.
Storms in Brittany
Understand the winds, waves and tides and find the best (and safest) observation points.
View articlesForests in Brittany
A selection of forests, with practical guidelines for choosing where to go depending on the season, light and weather.
Explore the forestsLegends
Stories to give you a different view of Brittany: the characters, places, traditions and atmosphere of Brocéliande.
Discovering legendsShipwrecks & marine cemeteries
Places marked by the ocean: abandoned boats, shipyards, relics and memories of the Breton coastline.
See the wrecksForest of Brocéliande
A guide to Brocéliande: points of interest, itineraries and the legends associated with the sites.
Read the guide
Artistic photographs of Brittany
I photograph Brittany with a graphic approach, inspired by drawing and painting.
For me, the shot is just a starting point: I sometimes use ICM or other creative techniques. Some images go even further: I draw directly on them (using a graphic tablet).
If this approach appeals to you, check out my limited edition artistic photographs.
