The 2011 edition of the Semaine du Golfe maritime festival will take place in Port Navalo, Arzon, Morbihan, Brittany from May 30 true June 5. Check this website for details: http://www.semainedugolfe.asso.fr
This cairn is located on a preserved and uninhabited island called Gavrinis right in the middle of the Morbihan Gulf. It is reachable by boat from both the ports of Larmor-Baden and Port Navalo. Check www.gavrinis.info for details.
The name Gavrinis might be derived from the old Breton words Guerg ( work) and enez (island), suggesting that it was a cultivated island. The place is known for its megalithic monument that was erected circa 3,500 BC, when the island was still connected with the mainland. The cairn's chamber features a impressive internal decorations that make it one of the major treasuries of European stone age.
This prawner is now based in Port-Navalo (Arzon, Morbihan, Brittany). Charter service available for day trip in Morbihan gulf. The ship also takes people to Houat and Hoëdic islands (fare in the vecinity of 50 euros). Info: (0)2 97 49 42 53.