Make a holiday rental villa or holiday cottage in Pontivy, Morbihan, France your home away from home

The charming town of Pontivy in the Morbihan region of Brittany, France, is split into two halves overlooking the River Loire. Pontivy is a wonderful market town set in the beautiful countryside of Brittany. A holiday rental here is a perfect place to relax in the great outdoors, walk and experience the rich culture and fine food.

Things to do on holiday in Pontivy, France

The medieval old half of Pontivy is a wonderful place to explore. Created to Napoleon’s own plans, the old half of the city is centred around a dramatic, sturdy castle on the river bank. The narrow streets of medieval Pontivy are filled with charming cafes and excellent restaurants, shaded by overhanging wooden houses. The Monday market is a wonderful place to stock up on groceries and local produce during your stay in a Pontivy holiday cottage.

However, it is the countryside surrounding the town which brings the majority of people to a self catering Pontivy holiday cottage. The rolling hills and quiet woodland which come down to meet the River Loire are interrupted only by the charming rural villages which Breton is famed for.

Places to visit on holiday in Pontivy, France

Baud is a wonderful market town just a few miles from Pontivy. From the beginning of spring until mid-autumn, Baud is awash with the colour of thousands of flowers, grown with huge pride by the locals.

The beautiful village of La Chapelle Neuve is perfectly situated for a full exploration of both the Pontivy region and the whole of Morbihan. Surrounded by open, flat countryside which is perfect for walking and cycling, a Pontivy holiday cottage in La Chapelle Neuve is ideal for getting out into the open air. The WWI battlefield of La Chapelle Neuve is a very poignant place to visit.

Locmine is a beautiful medieval market town, which boasts a beautiful centre, and an excellent weekly market held on a Thursday.

Weather in Pontivy, France

In summer, temperatures in Pontivy are warm, hovering around 25°C during July and August. In the winter months, due to the effect of the Gulf Stream on this region of France, Pontivy actually enjoys a milder climate than towns located in the Cote d’Azur!

Travel to Pontivy, France

St Malo and Roscoff are the closest ports to any of the holiday cottages in Pontivy. There are a huge number of ferries operating from the south coast of England to both of these ports, meaning you can take your car with you, saving time and effort at the other end. Alternatively, Ryanair provide service from Bristol (BRS), Stansted (STN) and East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Dinard Airport (DNR).