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Information About Josselin, Brittany

Previous stop: Le Roc Saint Andre

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Things to do in Josselin

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Why do we recommend stopping here?

A good mooring with a picnic area and childrens playground

What can I visit?

Destroyed several times, then rebuilt, this castle is perhaps the most beautiful in all Brittany. Above all, it offers 2 totally different aspects, depending on which side you are standing. Seen from the Canal, it is an imposing medieval fortress, strongly defended and dominated by its imposing round towers. From the terrace, the more recent facade presents a veritable lacework in stone which contrasts strongly with the rest of the structure. But Josselin is more than a Castle. You should take time to stroll through the narrow streets and admire the old houses clustered round the town centre (medieval quarter of St Croix).

Is there a market day?

the market is held on Saturday morning

Is there a tourist office?

Yes Tel: 02 92 22 36 43

Is there a golf course here or nearby?

no

Are there any other recommended activities?

you can rent canoe-kayak, mini-golf, archery, horse-riding (02 97 22 39 01), footpath.

Is there anything else worth mentioning?

Summer entertainments : every Wednesday in July and August // CITY HALL : 02 97 22 24 17 // Cinema


Eating and Drinking in Josselin

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Best places to drink an aperitif?

There are several cafés and bars in the town centre

Budget restaurant

CREPERIE-GRILL LA SARRAZINE
Atmosphere: very nice and friendly
Speciality: specialities from Brittany "crêpes et galettes with cider"
Contact Details: Tel: 02 97 22 37 80

Moderately priced restaurant

There is a good range of restaurants in the town centre - offering many options and price ranges


Shopping in Josselin

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What other shops are there??

Many shops, Bakery, Butcher


Practicalities at Josselin

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Mooring

There are two possibilities here - a small pontoon before the lock and a long pontoon and very nice stop at the base of the impressive Castle des Rohan -

Can I get water here?

yes

Can I get fuel here?

no

Are there any waste pump facilities here?

no

Are there any public waste bins here?

yes, and a glass recycling container

Are there toilet/shower facilities here?

Toilets yes, but no showers

Is there a bank?

yes

Is there an ATM?

yes

Is there a post office?

10, Rue Olivier de Clisson

Is there a doctor?

Dr Jean Lamour, 11, Place Alain De Rohan, Tel: 02 97 22 20 39, Dr Phillipppe Niemiec, 12, Rue St Martin, tel: 02 97 22 31 51

Is there a dentist?

Le Dore Tissier Rozenn Claudine, 9 Bis, Rue Lucien Briend, Tel: 02 97 22 23 37

Is there a pharmacy?

Pharmacie Regnier, 13, Rue Olivier de Clisson, Tel: 02 97 22 23 51, Pharmacie Rojo, 1, Rue Beaumanoir, Tel: 02 97 22 22 58

Is there a taxi company here?

yes

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