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In western Finistère in Brittany, Quimper is the cultural capital of Brittany with a Gothic cathedral and half-timbered houses. Famous for its faience pottery and Breton crêpes.

What awaits you

City tripMuseumsLocal cuisineWalkablePet-friendly

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Best time to visit

June–August: up to 23°C with 11h of sunshine per day.

Insider tip: October — a pleasant 17°C with fewer visitors.

Cooler winters (10°C). Best visited in June–August.

Max. temperature
9°
Jan
11°
Feb
12°
Mar
14°
Apr
18°
May
21°
Jun
22°
Jul
23°
Aug
20°
Sep
17°
Oct
13°
Nov
10°
Dec
Sunshine hours
4h
Jan
5h
Feb
7h
Mar
9h
Apr
11h
May
11h
Jun
11h
Jul
10h
Aug
9h
Sep
6h
Oct
5h
Nov
3h
Dec
Rain days
14d
Jan
12d
Feb
17d
Mar
14d
Apr
11d
May
12d
Jun
12d
Jul
11d
Aug
16d
Sep
17d
Oct
18d
Nov
16d
Dec

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Quimper as a Vacation Destination

Quimper is an excellent choice for city breaks. The best time to visit is June, July, August with temperatures up to 23°C.

The center is easily walkable — a car is rarely needed. The cost of living is moderate, offering good value for money. Pets are welcome here — many accommodations and restaurants are pet-friendly. Campers will find pitches for both tents and caravans.

The region offers rich cultural experiences: museums and historic sites, excellent local cuisine.

Good to know

Price level
€€
Local languages
FR
Camping
Tent & caravan