{"id":4997,"date":"2026-02-25T12:17:22","date_gmt":"2026-02-25T11:17:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.campingderhuys.com\/tourisme-morbihan\/camping-belle-ile-mer\/"},"modified":"2026-03-18T14:53:50","modified_gmt":"2026-03-18T13:53:50","slug":"camping-belle-ile-mer","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.campingderhuys.com\/en\/morbihan-tourism\/camping-belle-ile-mer\/","title":{"rendered":"Belle-\u00cele-en-Mer"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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The island of a thousand cliffs<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Discover Belle Ile en Mer<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Where is Belle-\u00cele-en-Mer?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The largest of the Ponant islands, Belle-\u00cele-en-Mer<\/strong> is located in the Morbihan department, not far from the islands of Houat<\/a> and Ho\u00ebdic<\/strong>. Although it is at roughly the same latitude as Le Croisic, it is closer in distance to Quiberon<\/a>, from which it is separated by only 12 km via the Bay of Quiberon<\/a>.Take advantage of the campsite ‘s exceptional location in the Gulf of Morbihan<\/a> to discover this magnificent island typical of southern Brittany. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Pure escape<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Focus on the essentials<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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How do I get to Belle-\u00cele-en-Mer?<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Numerous sea links<\/strong> make it easy to reach Belle-\u00cele in the Gulf of Morbihan<\/a> for a day or more. Boats leave from La Turballe and Le Croisic in summer, and from Port-Navalo and Vannes from April to September. The fastest and most frequent connections, however, are from the port of Le Palais in Belle-\u00cele-en-Mer to the port of Quiberon. These connections are available all year round. The crossing to Belle-\u00cele<\/a> takes 45 minutes. The Oc\u00e9ane company has ferries on which vehicles can be loaded. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

So you can get to Belle-\u00cele by car<\/strong>! Prices vary according to vehicle size and model.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Prefer to leave your car in a parking lot in Quiberon? Numerous bike<\/strong>, scooter<\/strong> and car rental companies await you at the Port du Palais. There’s something for every taste, from the small 2-seater electric car to the M\u00e9hari and the Deux-Chevaux, alongside more contemporary and classic models. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A network of buses<\/strong> also invites you to take a guided tour of the island. Reservations can usually be made on the boat itself, during the crossing. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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History of Belle-\u00eele-en-Mer<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Belle-\u00cele has always been coveted by pirates, then by the English and Dutch during the war. This was not only because of its strategic position<\/strong>, but also because of its agricultural and maritime resources. The island then passed from hand to hand, first to Fournet in 1658, then to the King in 1660. Vauban redesigned the fortresses at this time, towards the end of the 17th century. It was then invaded by the English for two years in 1761.Today, there is a museum of Belle-\u00eele art and history<\/a>, a naval hall and many cultural events to discover in the citadel. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Belle-\u00cele-en-Mer coastline and beaches<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

A rocky island<\/strong>, Belle-\u00cele-en-Mer<\/a> is renowned for its jagged coastline.Its coastline is home to over 50 idyllic beaches<\/strong>, some of the most beautiful in Morbihan<\/a>, ranging from intimate coves<\/strong> to long stretches of white sand<\/strong> at the foot of cliffs<\/strong>.Families will find supervised swimming areas on Plage de Donnant and Plage d’Herlin.A tiralo is available for people with reduced mobility on Plage des Grands sables, at the nautical base.For a dip in the turquoise waters of a heavenly cove, head for Ramonette beach, Port-Saint-Julien beach, Port Puce beach or Port Jean beach.Belle-\u00cele’s deep creeks are very popular at low tide, but are less popular at high tide, thanks to the pleasant temperature of the water and the gentle slope, which is safe for younger children.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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The pearl of the Atlantic<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/a>\n\n\n

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More than an island, an experience<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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What to do in Belle-\u00cele at sea<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Through Monet’s eyes<\/strong><\/strong>Find yourself in one of Monet’s paintings as you stroll near the Aiguilles de Port-Coton. The famous painter immortalized this spot, named after the cotton-like foam. The painter also depicted Port-Goulphar, located near this first destination. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vauban Citadel Museum<\/strong><\/strong>Vauban’s citadel in Le Palais offers a variety of exhibitions. One room presents the history of Belle-\u00cele through the ages. In another part of the building, called the “Salle de la Marine”, you can discover splendid models of ships and the stories of great navigators. This room is an invitation to travel. <\/p>\n\n\n

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