Information About Blain, Brittany
Previous stop: Guenrouet
Next stop: Nort-sur-edre
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Things to do in Blain
Back to topWhy do we recommend stopping here?
There are moorings in the port, conveniently situated close to the restaurants, the city centre is just a 5 minute walk away and there are toilets and showers on the quay
What is there to see?
Blain offers a rich historic heritage. Discover the Castle de la Groulais from 12th century, it was one of the most important fortress in Brittany. It houses now an artistic exhibition centre and an old printing factory.
What can I visit?
Castle of Blain, a medieval fortress built in 1104 by Duke of Brittany Alain IV Fergent : the public part of the château is open from March to October, Tuesday to Sunday from 10am to 12 noon and from 2.30pm to 6.30pm.
Is there a market day?
Tuesday morning and Saturday morning
Is there a public swimming pool?
yes
Opening Hours: open everyday in July and August : 2.30pm-6pm
Alternative: no
Is there a tourist office?
Yes, in the town centre. Open from Tuesday to Friday : 10am-12 and 2pm-6pm and Saturday 10am-12 and 2pm-5.30pm (Tel: 02 40 87 15 11)
Is there a golf course here or nearby?
no
Are there any museums near here?
Museum of Blain : Arts and Traditions
Museum of Blain : Arts and Traditions (Located in the former town hall, opposite the church, Blain museum proposes its collection of "fèves des rois" - collectors' items which are produced in sets and cooked inside Epiphany cakes). Also the museum which has been recently restored houses a lively exhibitions of arts and crafts and commercial activities in the Blain are at the beginning of the 20th century. A room dedicated to prehistory and Gallo-Roman times displays remarkable relics such as Decebal's vase and the statue of Cernunos, the Gallic god. The visitors can see a significant collection of Christmas cribs from French provinces and different countries. On the ground floor, temporary exhibitions can be seen all year round.
Location: Place Jean Guihard (Tel: 02 40 79 98 51)
Opening Hours: Open every day, except Mondays and Bank holidays, from 2pm to 6pm.
Are there any other recommended activities?
The Forest of the Groulais is ideal for walks, cycling and it attracts lots of nature lovers in all seasons (very rich fauna and flora) // Cinema in the town centre.
Is there anything else worth mentioning?
The Saint Laurent Festival : this festival which is over a hundred years old is held at the beginning of August. Decorated floats and bands parade through the streets. There is also an open-air evening meal followed by fireworks. //// Also The Medieval Festival : it takes place over two weekends mid-September in the appropriate setting of the Château de La Groulais. 250 people dress up besiege the castle and organise archers jousts...///
Eating and Drinking in Blain
Back to topBudget restaurant
LA PETITE VENISE (Pizzéria/Crêperie/Snack)
Address: 16 rue du 11 Novembre (not far from the Church)
Atmosphere: nice and friendly
Cuisine: all sorts of food
Opening Hours: Closed on Monday(midday), Sundays (midday) and Wednesdays.
Contact Details: Tel: 02 40 79 82 51
Moderately priced restaurant
Restaurant COCHIN (Menus from 13 euros to 40 euros)
Address: 6 quai Surcouf (on the port) - Tél. 02 40 79 01 22
Atmosphere: cosy atmosphere - nice table
Cuisine: very fine french cuisine - cuisine du terroir
Opening Hours: closed on Sunday evenings, Mondays and Tuesdays.
Contact Details: Tel: 02 40 79 01 22
Shopping in Blain
Back to topSupermarket
SUPER U (Tel: 02 40 79 14 77)
Rue de Nantes, Blain
Opening Hours: Monday to Saturday : 9am-7.30pm and Friday : 9am-8pm
What other shops are there??
bakery, butcher, newspapers shop, flowers
Opening Hours: everyday except Monday and Sunday afternoon
Practicalities at Blain
Back to topMooring
Moor here in the port of Blain
Can I get water here?
yes on the quay
Are there any 220v points to plug the boat into?
yes on the quay
Can I get fuel here?
no
Are there any public waste bins here?
yes
Is there a bank?
Banque Populaire, 12, Place Jean Guihard, BNP Paribas, 12, Rue Château, Credit Mutuel, 2, Avenue Sortais
Is there an ATM?
yes in the town centre
Is there a post office?
yes in the town centre at 3, Rue Marsollais and 15, Avenue République
Is there a doctor?
Dr Laurence Meunier, Avenue Gare, Tel: 02 40 79 08 08. Dr Joel Neveu, 22, Rue Château, Tel: 02 40 79 02 12. Dr Michel Monnier, 42, Rue Nantes, Tel: 02 40 79 06 66, Dr Catherine Renard, 6, Rue René Giraud, tel: 02 40 79 87 57
Is there a dentist?
Anne Kerdilès-Gouesnard, Avenue Gare. Tel: 02 40 79 96 09. Patrick Bouyon, 16, Rue Château, Tel: 02 40 79 08 88. Phillippe Coutant 16, Rue Château, Tel: 02 40 79 08 88
Is there a pharmacy?
Pharmacie St Laurent, 19, Rue ChâteauTel: 02 40 87 11 66. Pharmacie Calais, 6, Place Jean GuihardTel: 02 40 79 00 10. Pharmacie Boin, 13, Rue Nantes, Tel: 09 65 03 85 98
Is there a taxi company here?
ATTOU Tel: 06 30 58 14 59 (1 minibus maximum 8 people)
Can I get internet access here?
yes, APPI in the town centre, Tel: 02 40 51 99 12 - Open from Monday to Friday 9am-12.30pm and 1.30pm-7pm and Saturday 9am to 12.30pm.
