Brittany: A modern journey through an old land

Manchán Magan wanted to discover winter holiday options that didn’t involve flying. He opted for a ferry to Brittany, and a journey from Rennes To Nantes

La Baule strand in France

It's never been all that easy to fly to Brittany, and yet it now easier than ever to sail there. 

Brexit has sparked numerous new ferry departures from Dublin, Rosslare and Cork to Northern France. The attractions are not just the finest seafood in France, delicious galettes and intriguing ciders, but a welcome from a people who are excited by our shared cultural heritage and genuinely regard us as family. Visiting Brittany feels a bit like coming home, though to a more vibrant and industrious relation who still speak a language, Breton, that is surprisingly similar to ours.