The perfect destination to savor the summer: picture-postcard beaches, idyllic villages, and some of the best cuisine in France.

The Bretons know how to indulge themselves like no other, indulge in life's pleasures, and enjoy every moment as it deserves. Perhaps the secret lies in the salt , the salt that sticks to your skin after a pleasant day at the beach or the salt they squander when making their butter, the most precious commodity for a true Breton. This is one of the secrets of their gastronomy , the ingredient that accompanies their diet from breakfast to the last meal of the day.

But Brittany isn't just about butter. They also boast the tastiest oysters, the most sought-after preserves, the finest desserts, and cider that pairs with everything and goes so well with a simple galette (savory crepe) or a selection of cheeses. There's no shortage of reasons to consider it one of the best cuisines in the country (which is quite high), and the best part is that, in addition to all these gastronomic tributes, it's also enthrallingly beautiful.

Concentrated beauty

Brittany is vast, and a relaxing vacation requires a sedate pace, so the first step is narrowing down the area. In this case, we'll be staying on the Quiberon Peninsula , a spit of land that juts out into the sea just enough to offer spectacular yet very different landscapes.

On one side, the Wild Coast , where the Atlantic hits hard and the cliffs are the protagonists. To explore it, simply follow the so-called Customs Trail , which runs along part of this stretch of coast and overlooks high cliffs and a sea always full of waves like a natural balcony, passing through small coves, charming lighthouses, and viewpoints where time can be forgotten as you watch the spectacle of nature unfold.

A wild scene that contrasts with the other version of Quiberon, the one whose fine sandy beaches fill with bathers at sunrise and whose harbors are home to the colorful boats that set out each day to seek the best of the sea.

And it is the shape of Quiberon Bay that makes its waters so rich and ideal for growing oysters , one of the most sought-after delicacies in the area, a treat much more affordable than one might think from the outside and a must-have for any aperitif, lunch or dinner.

Lots of flavor

For years, preserves were the other star product of the area. One of the most popular canneries in the neighboring country, La Belle-Iloise , continues to preserve the flavor of Quiberon so you can enjoy it anytime. They not only operate as they always have, but they also innovate with products and recipes that take as much care as their presentation. Therefore, a visit to this factory is a good plan to learn to appreciate their product and understand the process.

And if after the final tasting you're still craving dessert, right across the street is another great local landmark, Maison d'Armorine . A historic artisanal confectionery founded in 1946, it's still renowned for its salted butter caramels . A true delight.

To stay and live

Arriving for its cuisine and staying for its landscapes is almost inevitable. Thanks to its small stone houses with colorful shutters and gardens filled with XL-sized hydrangeas, moving from one place to another is always a pleasure, a moving postcard where everything seems perfectly positioned. Without a doubt, one of those places where, at the end of your vacation, you say, "I'd love to live here again."