Finistere Department

 

Finistère is the most westerly part of metropolitan France.

The largest town in Finistère is Brest. Finistère includes the island of Ushant (Ouessant in French).

The abers, rugged fjord-like inlets on the north coast, are a notable feature of the landscape.

Attractions in Finistere

Finistère is the area where Breton survives most strongly as a spoken language.

The Festival de Cornouaille, which takes place in Quimper, is a celebration of Breton music and traditions.

Finistere property