The Breton Spirit of Welcome - Destination Fougères Tourist Office

From the city to the countryside, in the heart of nature or to discover an exceptional heritage, Destination Fougères invites you to recharge your batteries, with friends, with your family, as a couple or alone.

Between the Fougeres Castle, the largest medieval fortress in Europe, evenings inspired by the School of Sorcerers at Portal Rock Castle, or even the topiary gardens of the Castle of La Ballue, the 25 flowered hectares of Upper Brittany Botanical Park, not to mention the 1500 hectares of Ferns Forest, Destination Fougères has all the ingredients to satisfy you.

Every day, thethe Tourist Office welcomes you to Fougères to give you the Special Offers, upcoming releases, no-to-be-missed visits and hidden nuggets of the territory…

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Spring break in Brittany, with the family

Don't know how to keep your children and grandchildren busy during the spring holidays in Brittany? Need ideas for fun and learning as a family? The solution is at your fingertips! Between Rennes and Saint-Malo, the Pays de Fougères welcomes you! Activities at the Château de Fougères during the…

By Anne HAUDRY, April 04, 2025

Reading time: 8 min.

Nature & hiking

Gardens in Brittany: our favorites near Fougères

Looking to visit the most beautiful gardens in Brittany? You've come to the right place! Indeed, around Fougères, four Breton gardens are worth a visit: the Botanical Park of Upper Brittany and its 24 themed gardens, the Fougères Public Garden with its view of the medieval castle, the Ballue Gardens and their sculpted topiaries, and…

By Anne HAUDRY, March 27, 2025

Reading time: 5 min.

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Gift ideas for Valentine's Day

Valentine's Day is fast approaching! 💕 This year, why not surprise your other half with a unique and memorable gift in Brittany? The Destination Fougères Tourist Office offers you a selection of gift ideas for Valentine's Day. Among our selection, rather classic gift ideas, more original ideas, romantic restaurants and…

By Elsa PREL, on February 10, 2025

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Couples

Romantic getaway in Brittany: 10 charming accommodations

Brittany, a land of legends and breathtaking landscapes, is the ideal destination for a romantic weekend. Whether you are looking for a romantic weekend, preparing a surprise for Valentine's Day, or a longer stay to rekindle the flame, the Pays de Fougères offers several accommodations for a getaway...

By Anne HAUDRY, on February 05, 2025

Reading time: 7 min.

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Leisure

What to do during the February holidays in Brittany?

In Brittany, the February holidays are fast approaching... Finding great practical and fun ideas for our children is not always an easy task, but the Pays de Fougères is ready to welcome you for two weeks of activities during your family vacation in Brittany! The activities at the Château de Fougères...

By Anne HAUDRY, on February 04, 2025

Reading time: 8 min.

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Cultural heritage

Visit Brittany: 10 must-see places near Rennes

Ready to visit Brittany? Discover 10 must-see places not to be missed in 2025! With Rennes as your starting point, your trip to Brittany will undoubtedly be an unforgettable adventure. Visit Brittany: the sites not to be missed Rennes: capital of Brittany Rennes, a mixture of history and…

By Anne HAUDRY, on January 23, 2025

Reading time: 12 min.

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What to do in January when the Château de Fougères is closed?

From time to time, the Château de Fougères closes its doors. The town of Fougères, located at the gateway to Brittany, offers a multitude of tourist and sporting activities. Considered the oldest medieval castle in Europe, the Château de Fougères closes its doors throughout the month of January, offering a period of tranquility...

By Elsa PREL, on 17 Jan 2025

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Gastronomy

The traditional Pommé recipe

What is Pommé? Pommé, a culinary tradition from the Fougères region, is much more than just apple jam. This centuries-old Breton speciality embodies the history and conviviality of the region. Also known as 'black butter' in the Channel Islands, pommé is a preparation made from…

By Elsa PREL, on 03 Jan 2025

Reading time: 4 min.

Gastronomy

Breton Christmas desserts

Today we come together for a selection of the best Breton Christmas desserts, with recipes for little chefs. After offering you atypical and traditional recipes such as the apple, the cider cocktail or the Gallo tiramisu, we offer you here 4 recipes that we discovered at the tourist office...

By Elsa PREL, on Dec 10, 2024

Reading time: 4 min.

Leisure

The New School of Sorcerers at Rocher Portail

In a distant land, in the Marches of Brittany, is the splendid domain of Rocher Portail where Manuel Roussel, owner since 2016, has passionately realized this crazy dream: to create a New School of Sorcerers. His unusual project invites you to live with friends or family supernatural moments where mages and…

By Anne HAUDRY, on Oct 28, 2024

Reading time: 6 min.

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Leisure

What to do during the autumn holidays in Fougères?

For these autumn holidays in Brittany, find the top 6 activities in the Pays de Fougères! Witch hunt at the Château de Fougères, New School of Wizards at Rocher Portail, company visits during the Economic Tourism and Know-How Weeks. Here is a good program to spend unforgettable moments with your family…

By Anne HAUDRY, on Oct 21, 2024

Reading time: 2 min.

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9 original activities to do around Fougères to escape the back-to-school blues

Summer is over, but that's no reason to give in to the back-to-school gloom! Around Fougères, many unusual activities await you to prolong the "holiday spirit". Whether you like adventure or relaxation, discover 9 ideas for original activities to do around Fougères to recharge your batteries and forget about going back to…

By Elsa PREL, on 05 Sep 2024

Reading time: 2 min.

Ideas for your stay

A day in Fougères

Want a getaway? Let's go and discover our beautiful destination! Fougères, a medieval town in Ille-et-Vilaine, is one of the must-see places in Brittany. Follow the guide to prepare for your visit! Fougères, a “favorite” city All roads lead to Fougères... 1. Arrival and parking Fougères is a welcoming city, and you…

By Elsa PREL, August 22, 2024

Reading time: 9 min.

Nature & hiking

Toutourism in Fougères: Walks and Activities to Do with Your Dog

Discover Fougères and its Country in the Company of Your Dog! Some ideas for walks with a dog in Fougères? The town of Fougères and its surroundings are full of natural and historical treasures, perfect for lovers of walks and adventures. And the good news? Your dog is welcome! Next to…

By Elsa PREL, August 08, 2024

Reading time: 4 min.

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Cultural heritage

6 Good reasons to visit the Victor Hugo Theater

This summer, the Destination Fougères Tourist Office is causing a sensation by opening the doors of the Victor Hugo theater. Enter for a free and unique visit to this emblematic theater usually open only for performances. Whether you are tourists or locals, this is an opportunity not to be missed until August 31, 2024! So, what are you waiting for to discover…

By Baptiste HEDOU, July 15, 2024

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For families

A summer in Fougères, in the footsteps of the Middle Ages

Every summer, the Château de Fougères and the town are transformed into a veritable open-air theater, where history, art and conviviality meet to the delight of locals and visitors. Daily entertainment during the visit to the Castle, nightly evenings, guided tours of the city and much more…

By Elsa PREL, on July 01, 2024

Reading time: 3 min.

Gastronomy

Zero Waste Restaurateurs

The Pros of Destination Fougères Today, we have the pleasure of introducing you to Anne-Sophie and Stéphane Galon of Café Casse-Graine. Located a stone's throw from the Botanical Park of Haute-Bretagne, in the town of Châtellier. Mr. and Mrs. Galon are fine connoisseurs of the area, they are Destination Fougères professionals!! At the office…

By Elsa PREL, June 21, 2024

Reading time: 3 min.

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7 Tips for an Unforgettable Cycling Trip

Whether you are an experienced cyclist or simply want to explore new horizons on two wheels, traveling by bike is an enriching experience full of discoveries and sensations. But before setting off on the roads of the Pays de Fougères, it is essential to prepare yourself correctly. In this article, we…

By Elsa PREL, on March 29, 2024

Reading time: 1 min.

Ideas for your stay

2024, the year of the Regalante

2024 will mark a turning point in the cycle tourism landscape of the great west with the official launch of the “La Régalante” cycle route. Known during its development under the name V409, this route connects Mont-Saint-Michel to Nantes via the country of Fougères. Birth of a cycle route This 275 km long route…

By Baptiste HEDOU, January 02, 2024

Reading time: 3 min.

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Cultural heritage

Top 10 works of Fougères visible from the street

Fougères, located on the Marches de Bretagne in Ille et Vilaine, has many works of art visible from the street. Find our top 10 works of Fougères visible from the street. Despite its medieval town aspects, Fougères places great importance on sharing art and culture. And so that…

By Elsa PREL, on 03 Nov 2023

Reading time: 4 min.

Gastronomy

Cider cocktail recipe

👨‍🍳Today, the Destination Fougères Tourist Office offers you a recipe: Cider cocktail. 🍽Ingredients: 3 bottles of raw cider 25 cl of calvados 1 pot of morello cherries in syrup (Peach or apricot or pineapple) 8 sachets of vanilla sugar 3 apples. ⌚10 min 🍳Preparation: Mix the calvados, sugar… in a large container.

By Lisa, on August 05, 2022

Reading time: 1 min.

Gastronomy

Recipe of Ty'ramisu Gallo

👨 🍳 Today, we're going to taste! The Destination Fougères Tourist Office offers you a recipe: Ty'ramisu Gallo. 🍽 Ingredients: 1 packet of Breton palets- Salted butter caramel- Pommé - 5 apples- 30 g of butter- Cocoa powder- 250 g of mascarpone- 60 g of powdered sugar- 3 eggs- 1 pinch of salt 1 packet of…

By Lisa, on August 05, 2022

Reading time: 3 min.

Ideas for your stay

Doing sports in the middle of nature, are you tempted?

Treetop adventure courses, hiking, climbing, cycling, treetop adventure courses, ... plenty of possibilities are offered in the Pays de Fougères for outdoor sports lovers. Come and discover Fougères and its surroundings in a different way ... Horseback riding in the forest Cycling Treetop adventure courses in the forest Orienteering course Climbing Golf Hiking In the Fougères forest, discover hiking, horseback riding and mountain biking trails. The…

By Lisa, on August 04, 2022

Reading time: 5 min.

Gastronomy

Fougerais gratin recipe

👨‍🍳Today we are going to taste! The Destination Fougères Tourist Office offers you a recipe with apple: Gratin Fougerais. 🍽Ingredients: 250 g of leek greens cut into small pieces 500 g of potatoes 1/2 liter of cider 10 cl of crème fraîche 2 to 3 spoonfuls of olive oil and…

By Lisa, on July 30, 2022

Reading time: 3 min.

Gastronomy

Banana and Apple French Toast Recipe

👨‍🍳Today we are going to taste! The Destination Fougères Tourist Office offers you a recipe with apple: banana and apple French toast. banana French toast 🍽Ingredients: 4 tablespoons of apple 4 slices of bread 2 bananas 2 eggs 3 tablespoons of powdered sugar 2…

By Lisa, on July 30, 2022

Reading time: 3 min.

Gastronomy

Breton cake recipe

Today we are going to taste! The Destination Fougères Tourist Office offers you a Breton recipe: Breton cake. ©court broth 🍽Ingredients: 350gr of flour 300gr of sugar 1 sachet of vanilla sugar 1 whole egg and 6 egg yolks 350gr of semi-salted butter 👨‍🍳Preparation: Take the butter out of the refrigerator Pour the flour into a large…

By Lisa, on July 29, 2022

Reading time: 2 min.

Ideas for your stay

Autumn-Winter Season

Great discoveries are to be made during Autumn and Winter in the Pays de Fougères! Between walks through colorful landscapes with shades of foliage and illuminations of mythical places, here is a selection of experiences to enjoy in the area. Fougères: The unmissable medieval city in all seasons During your stay, start your…

By Lisa, June 15, 2022

Reading time: 4 min.

Ideas for your stay

Spring-summer season

The arrival of the high season marks the launch of the festivities: Medieval banquet, concerts, activities in the heart of Brittany and much more are on the agenda to propel you out of time and immerse yourself in the heart of the medieval adventure. your tribe, as a couple or alone, here is a selection of experiences to live in Pays…

By Lisa, June 15, 2022

Reading time: 6 min.

Ideas for your stay

How about spending a weekend in Fougères?

Finally the week end ! Time to enjoy and discover beautiful destinations. Fougères, a medieval town in Ille-et-Vilaine, is one of the must-see places in Brittany. Follow the guide to prepare your visit. Top 3 unmissable activities in the Pays de Fougères Discover Japan Stroll through the Botanical Park of Upper Brittany which covers…

By Lisa, June 14, 2022

Reading time: 3 min.

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For families
Leisure

Ideas for outings and activities for Kids and Teens

Would you like to share a moment with your children at Destination Fougères? The Pays de Fougères will allow you to escape while creating memories and moments of complicity for all ages. Say, what are we doing today with the children? At Destination Fougères we have fun! In the forest of Fougères…

By Lisa, June 14, 2022

Reading time: 4 min.

For families

Our next family vacation? We pass them in Fougères!

You've been dreaming of it all year round... It's time for family holidays that will delight young and old alike! The Pays de Fougères will allow you to escape from your daily life while creating moments of complicity. A week of family vacation... What are we going to do? At Destination Fougères, we discover…

By Lisa, June 14, 2022

Reading time: 5 min.

Couples

Destination Fougères in Duo

Top 5 activities to do as a couple Are you tempted by an adventure for two? 13 tree climbing courses await you at the tree climbing centre, but who will manage to do them all? If you like zip lines, challenges, heights or even adrenaline, don't hesitate! Have fun and create a moment of complicity with...

By Lisa, June 14, 2022

Reading time: 3 min.

Ideas for your stay

Destination Fougères with Friends

You've been dreaming about it all year long... It's time for holidays with friends, you can relax and have fun! The Pays de Fougères will allow you to create moments of sharing and entertainment. A holiday with friends... What are we going to do? A day of adventure with friends! 16 levels of tree climbing will…

By Lisa, June 14, 2022

Reading time: 3 min.

Cultural heritage

legendary ferns

We almost know it by heart but we fall under the spell every time. We particularly like the fanciful and legendary atmosphere of the medieval quarter. The castle, the Saint-Sulpice church, the old houses…: all the buildings hide a host of details that tell the stories and beliefs of the town. Vacationers love this…

By Jodène, May 20, 2022

Reading time: 3 min.

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Nature & hiking

Memories of a family afternoon in the Fougères Forest

Here are the memories of a family staying in the Pays de Fougères. They tell us about their welcome when they arrive in their gîte, their mysterious discoveries in the Fougères Forest and the games in the middle of nature with their children! Here we welcome you with our heart “We arrived late afternoon yesterday. After U.S…

By Jodène, May 05, 2022

Reading time: 4 min.

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Anne HAUDRY

Baptiste HEDOU

Elsa PREL

Jodene