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Île aux Moines Essentials

Located in the Gulf of Morbihan, Île aux Moines is the largest of the gulf's islands. This selection highlights Neolithic monuments like the Pen-Hap dolmen and the horseshoe-shaped Kergonan cromlech, one of the largest stone circles in France. The list also includes the island's primary sandy beaches, such as Grande Plage du Drehen with its 19th-century cabins, and coastal viewpoints overlooking the surrounding islets of the Breton archipelago.

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Île-aux-Moines

Île-aux-Moines is a commune in the Morbihan department in the region of Brittany in northwestern France.

Grande Plage du Drehen

The island's main sandy beach, located near the port and characterized by its row of multi-colored 19th-century wooden bathing cabins.

Vieux moulin

Historic stone windmill ruins situated along the coastal walking paths in the northern part of the island.

Dolmen de Pen-Hap

A Neolithic passage grave dating from approximately 3500 BC. One of its internal pillars features rare engraved symbols, including a representation of an axe-plough.

Pointe de Brannec

A southern coastal headland providing panoramic views across the Gulf of Morbihan toward the islets of Brannec and Creizic.

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Cromlech de Kergonan

One of the largest Neolithic stone circles in France, this horseshoe-shaped monument is composed of 24 standing granite menhirs.

Église Saint-Michel

A parish church featuring a 17th-century wooden altarpiece and several ex-voto ship models, reflecting the island's deep maritime heritage.

Dolmen du Nioul (ruine)

Remains of a Neolithic dolmen located at the southern tip of the island, offering views over the entrance to the Gulf of Morbihan.

Plage de Port Miquel

A sheltered sandy beach on the eastern coast, bordered by pine trees and traditional stone walls.