What is there to do around La Résidence hotel?
An ideal location for exploring Roscoff and the surrounding area
Ideally located in the heart of Roscoff, the La Résidence hotel offers immediate access to the most beautiful sites in the region. Just a few minutes' walk from the port, the pier for the island of Batz, the beaches, the historic center, and the coastal paths, the hotel is the perfect starting point to explore Roscoff and its surroundings. Heritage, nature, maritime activities, walks, gardens, or thalassotherapy: everything is gathered to fully enjoy your stay in northern Brittany.
The GR34 – Sentier des Douaniers
Roscoff is a true paradise for hikers. Several marked trails start from the center, including the Circuit Entre terre et mer (12 km), the Circuit de Perharidy (6 km) and the Circuit des Lavoirs (8.7 km). They offer superb coastal passages and sometimes follow sections of the GR34, which runs along the entire Brittany coast and passes close to the hotel. A document detailing these routes is available at the tourist office or at the hotel reception.
Vélodyssée, Vélomaritime & Tour de Manche
Roscoff remains a privileged starting point for major cycle routes, such as the Vélodyssée, which runs along the entire Atlantic coast, and the Vélomaritime (EuroVelo 4), which runs along the Manche to the Belgian border. The town is also a key stop on the Tour de Manche, a spectacular route between Brittany, Normandy and England. Three major routes, accessible directly from the hotel, offer the perfect setting for cycling adventures.
Dossen Surf School
About ten minutes from Roscoff, Dossen Surf School welcomes you from March to December to discover the joys of surfing on one of the most beautiful beaches in the area. Supervised by qualified and enthusiastic instructors, adults and children (aged 6 and over) can learn to surf or stand-up paddle, either in a taster session or a course. Dossen beach is ideal for learning and offers an exceptional natural setting in which to progress in complete safety.
Beaches
Roc'h Kroum beach, located near the center, is ideal for an accessible outing, while Traon Erch beach charms visitors with its wild setting. A few kilometres away, you will find Perharidy beach, then Dossen beach, perfect for long walks by the sea. Whether you want to relax with your feet in the water, enjoy the sunset or let the children play, these white sandy beaches are a real asset for a holiday in northern Finistère.
Batz island
From the port of Roscoff, you can quickly board a boat to the island of Batz — the crossing takes about fifteen minutes, making it an easy half-day or full-day excursion. The island offers a variety of landscapes: beaches, coves, cliffs, coastal paths, small sandy beaches and a village with typical houses... You can also discover the Georges Delaselle botanical garden, created for a gentle tropical and exotic break; a complete change of scenery guaranteed.
Roscoff
Roscoff is a small town full of character, built on a peninsula — a charming blend of maritime heritage and history. It boasts beautiful stone houses, typical of former shipowners, ancient alleyways to explore, a historic church and an old fishing port. Strolling through the town center, wandering around the quays and watching the boats is a gentle and pleasant way to discover the soul of Roscoff.
Roscoff Exotic Garden
The 16,000 m² botanical garden is home to over 3,000 subtropical species (palm trees, cacti, agaves, succulents, etc.). It features shaded paths, rock gardens, waterfalls and a panoramic viewpoint from an 18 m high rock overlooking the bay. A peaceful, exotic place, ideal for a nature walk in Roscoff.
Birding Horizons
Roscoff Birding Nature - Birding Horizons organises and offers birdwatching trips, tours and holidays all year round from Roscoff (Finistère - Brittany). Birding Horizons favours trips and holidays with limited numbers to improve the quality of interactions and service. Dozens of sites are accessible, offering a wide variety of natural environments.
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