The Good Life France Magazine Autumn/Winter 2019 | Page 37

Ploumanac’h - Perros-Guirec

Perros-Guirec has some of the best rock formations on the Pink Granite Coast. You’ll find blush pink rocks, waves crashing gently, and a sleepy seaside village. From here you have a wonderful view of the Sept Iles, the seven islands, including one which looks like it has a snowy cap but is in fact inhabited by wild birds. It’s gets very popular in the summer months with pretty little restaurants and bars. Don’t miss a look at the saint on the sand after whom the Bay of St Guirec is named. He was an Irish monk who landed here in the 6th century and you’ll see that his face is damaged. It used to be a custom for Breton girls to visit him and stick a pin in his nose which was apparently to help them get a husband - eventually the poor saint lost his nose. Climb out to Ploumanac’h lighthouse for wonderful views over the sea - though if you have mobility issues it probably won’t suit as the path is rocky and uneven.