ENVIRONMENT
MYTHICAL LEGENDS OF THE BROCELIANDE FOREST
Located in France in the Brittany Region and extending across the borders of two departments, Morbihan and Ille-et-Vilaine,the Brocéliande Forest, a radiant and welcoming territory , enchants with the diversity of its beautiful landscapes complemented by natural spaces that appeal to nature lovers,legend enthusiasts and those passionate about the discovery of fauna and flora.
Largest forest massif in Brittany and designated until the 15thth century forest of Brécilien derived from the Brittany names Breselien or Koed Pempont which is also called Forest of Paimpont and covering a total area of 11,000 hectares spread over Ille et Vilaine and the adjoining department of Morbihan ,the mythical and enchanted forest of Brocéliande is mainly located around the town of Paimpont, about 30 kilometers to the southwest of Rennes in addition to being a
vast natural area also known for its legends and other historical tales which can be found during beautiful hikes that
also allow you to discover all the beauty and diversity of these places all equally enchanting and whether it be on its
western part , adorned with heathland and wooded areas designated as " The High Forest, " occupying a dominant position over the entire region and located at an altitude of 258 meters , before encountering further east "The Low Forest,"composed notably of oak undergrowth such as including oak undergrowth such as guillotine oaks or holm oaks
chestnut trees of the "pas de biche" variety, and beech trees alongside ponds that once supplied the famous Paimpont ironworks. Endowed with radiant landscapes where magical and enchanting colors appear at daybreak where magical
and enchanting colors appear at daybreak, The Brocéliande Forest is enhanced multiple natural spaces which are also
the privileged domain of a rich and diverse flora characterized by the presence of over 200 plant species that one
encounters and identifies during trails and hikes , and which delight botany enthusiasts including members of the
botany enthusiasts, including members of the network of French-speaking botanists created in 2009,TELA BOTANICA which currently has more than 64,000 amateur and professional botanists, complement a diverse fauna, whether it be birds like the grey heron or the kingfisher that one enjoys being near along ponds like that of Pas Du Houx or on the banks of Lake Trémelin, or encountering deer and roe deer or observing the very particular beating of the flights of bats before crisscrossing the Careil ornithological reserve created in 1988 and comprising more than 150 species of birds.
Mythical Places Steeped in Legends
Exploring the Brocéliande Forest is an unforgettable getaway as you'll discover numerous natural areas often preceded by morning mists that blanket the foothills of its moors and open spaces like a cloud wooded areas and lovely ponds
reminiscent of an Impressionist painting with a particularity that makes it pleasant to contemplate these great places expressing all the diversity of our territories while incorporating good ecotourism practices environmentally friendly
in addition to the fact that it benefits from a climate conducive to the preservation of biodiversity is also interesting to
biodiversity is also interesting to discover its mythical places steeped in legends, like at the Fountain of Barenton is a
popular and renowned site, considered to be the meeting place between Merlin the Enchanter and the Fairy Viviane
in the same way as going to Néant Sur Yvel village around its granite circle , immersing oneself in the spirit of the table
a parade of the new knights of Brocéliande with their Arthurian legends before walking in the footsteps of Korrigan
then to reach the Fountain of Youth and Merlin's tomb followed by a visit to the Grail Chapel has Tréhorenteuc.After a
pleasant walk near the blue pond , which is delightful in its design with its radiant views of the forest that one also
enjoys admiring during the autumn season with its romantic pastel colors; heading towards the village of Paimpont, which is very welcoming thanks to its local architecture and great alleyways and streets adorned with brightly colored
flowers, arts and crafts shops, a local market alongside a heritage beautifully preserved represented by the old forges
and an abbey, it blends perfectly with its surroundings geological in an environment that often incorporates surprises
at every step which is interesting to also worth discovering during mountain biking excursions in its many natural areas
the Broceliande Forest also for those passionate about wildlife discovery , history , legends , and outdoor getaways
off the beaten track in this region which, in addition to its shimmering landscapes, incorporates the particularity of
maintaining a pristine environment , far removed from excessive human presence, which is fascinating to discover and
which is a living expression of the environmental richness of our country and of the men and women who bring it to life.
Report by: Gabriel Page
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