Roscoff Visit the biological station and the Bay of Morlaix

(c) Laure Sevin

A one-day optional field trip will be organised in Roscoff.

This all-day excursion includes:
 a 1-hour visit of the Station Biologique de Roscoff (SBR)
 a 1-hour visit of the historical town centre of Roscoff
 a sit-down 3-course lunch (alcoholic beverages are not included but can be purchased)
 a 3-hour boat cruise in the Bay of Morlaix, which contains a visit of the chateau du Taureau, an island fortress

Station Biologique de Roscoff :

Founded in 1872, the Station Biologique de Roscoff is a centre for research and higher education in marine biology and ecology. It is jointly run by the National Centre for Scientific Research (CNRS) and the Sorbonne University (Paris). The visit will include the historical and research aquariums as well as the vintage library, time permitting.

Free time in Roscoff

Granted the ‘little town of character in Brittany’ award for the heritage of its historical centre, its church, its old harbour with a lighthouse and its wealthy ship-owners villas.
You can choose between a stroll along the coastline, a visit to the historic town center or shopping in Roscoff’s small boutiques. All within walking distance.

Boat cruise in the Bay of Morlaix

Embark on a 3hr guided cruise during which you’ll be told about the stories of this pearl of the sea, with its many small islands and exceptional fauna. You’ll also stop off at the Château du Taureau for a historical break with a guided tour and free time.
There are spectacular views of the bay from the boat and from the Fort. History is explained on the panels throughout the site in English and French. (nb: the fort does not have wheelchair access, as there are steps from the boat to the entrance, and in between all levels of the building.)

Transport

A coach will be leaving the centre of Brest around 8.15 am. Estimated time of return around 7pm. Travel time between Brest and Roscoff is 1hr.

This trip is limited to 30 participants.