Penfoulic wood and cove
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Flg22@lovers D6a9859Nestling on the Fouesnant coast, the site offers much more than just an iodine-filled stroll. The canals, dykes and ponds tell the story of the site’s aquaculture history. Orchards, meadows and buildings bear witness to centuries of coexistence with nature. Migratory birds, stocky ponies and giraffe share this unique setting. Discover this jewel shaped by the waters.
With its landscaped woodland and ponds, the Penfoulic site is a haven of peace where a variety of flora and fauna live in harmony. Its conservatory orchard, Shetland ponies, ponds and footpaths make it a unique place to recharge your batteries.
175 The Breton Riviera February March 2024 HdLeaning over the path, culminating at 18 metres, you can admire the slender silhouette of a very special Pedunculate Oak. Nicknamed the “Giraffe Tree”, this two-hundred-year-old tree is listed as a “Remarkable Tree of France”.
The name Penfoulic comes from the Breton pen, meaning “point, end”, and foul or poull, meaning “pond, hole, pond”, with the diminutive “ic” added. It can therefore be translated as “Anse du bout du petit étang”.
During the 18th century, coastal areas such as Penfoulic were often dyked to protect them from tidal action. The first dyke was built in 1754, and the small pond created fed the tidal mill.
The woods of Penfoulic
The present-day Penfoulic site covers just under 30 hectares, mostly wooded and dotted with wetlands. Ideal for a family stroll or a moment of coolness in summer, this wood is home to flora characteristic of the Breton coastline. Penfoulic is also home to a conservatory orchard.
The Penfoulic cove and pond
The cove of Penfoulic is a small, calm bay where the sea penetrates deep into the land. At both high and low tide, it offers an ever-changing landscape ideal for contemplation. The Penfoulic dyke separates the cove from the inland ponds, making for a pleasant stroll.
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