Come and relive the history of Recouvrance, an iconic pre-war neighbourhood of Brest with a unique atmosphere. This guided tour invites you to explore the history of its inhabitants, the famous ‘Yannicks’, and to soak up the distinctive atmosphere of this area, which was spared from the bombings.

Your guide will lead you from Brest’s oldest street to the Plateau des Capucins, sharing anecdotes about daily life in an era when this neighbourhood was buzzing with activity. You’ll gain a deeper understanding of Brest’s heritage and identity through the eyes of its pre-war residents.

Practical information:
Duration: 2 hours.
Significant elevation gain.
Booking required via the Brest Métropole Tourist Office, by telephone, at the counter or online.
Limited number of places.

The Tourist Office reserves the right to cancel the tour if the minimum number of participants (5 people) is not reached, or in the event of bad weather.


Services

AccessPaid
Base rateFree
Child rateFree

Date(s)

On the 26 February 2027 from 15:00 to 16:30
On the 21 March 2027 from 15:00 to 16:30

Practical information

Adress Tour Tanguy
Square Pierre Péron
Square Pierre Péron
29200 Brest
Phone02 98 44 24 96
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