Brittany - Eckart Mayer Photography

There are definitely worse days at the office than this Walking around World Heritage Site Mont Saint Michel during ebb tide with this kind of weather and relatively few tourists was absolute fun France, Mont Saint Michel, October 2022 Image ID 202210 FR 24

At Work (II)

There are definitely worse days at the office than this... Walking around World Heritage Site "Mont Saint Michel" during ebb tide with this kind of weather and relatively few tourists was absolute fun. (France, Mont Saint Michel, October 2022 - Image ID 202210-FR-24)

The early morning visit to major tourist attractions comes with many benefits First, one can watch the sun rise, and enjoy the beautiful warm light Second, one can still explore the area before the tsunami of day visitors moves in I visited the iconic Mont Saint Michel twice, once in the afternoon, and a second time early the next morning Doing so, I could also see it with different water levels During high tide, the grasslands around Mont Saint Michel are under water As long as you don't mind getting your shoes or feet dirty, this provides unique photo opportunities France, Mont Saint Michel, October 2022 Image ID 202210 FR 30

Mont Saint-Michel morning sun high tide reflection

The early morning visit to major tourist attractions comes with many benefits. First, one can watch the sun rise, and enjoy the beautiful warm light. Second, one can still explore the area before the tsunami of day visitors moves in. I visited the iconic Mont Saint-Michel twice, once in the afternoon, and a second time early the next morning. Doing so, I could also see it with different water levels. During high tide, the grasslands around Mont Saint-Michel are under water. As long as you don't mind getting your shoes (or feet) dirty, this provides unique photo opportunities. (France, Mont Saint Michel, October 2022 - Image ID 202210-FR-30)

Tidal magnitudes in the bay of Mont Saint Michel are the highest in the whole of Europe Whilst the flood make it an island when it reaches the high stone walls, ebb tide offers completely different impressions France, Mont Saint Michel, October 2022 Image ID 202210 FR 25

Yellow buoy

Tidal magnitudes in the bay of Mont Saint Michel are the highest in the whole of Europe. Whilst the flood make it an island when it reaches the high stone walls, ebb tide offers completely different impressions. (France, Mont Saint Michel, October 2022 - Image ID 202210-FR-25)

Tranquil afternoon panarama with sheep feeding on the juicy grass surrounding Le Mont Saint Michel The U shaped ditch added this little extra to an otherwise sort of boring photo France, Mont Saint Michel, October 2022 Image ID 202210 FR 29

U - sheep

Tranquil afternoon panarama with sheep feeding on the juicy grass surrounding Le Mont-Saint-Michel. The U-shaped ditch added this little extra to an otherwise sort of boring photo. (France, Mont Saint Michel, October 2022 - Image ID 202210-FR-29)

During ebb tide, one can basically walk around the Mont Saint Michel, and admire its' beauty and architecture from all directions To do something different, I took this image directly into the afternoon sun France, Mont Saint Michel, October 2022 Image ID 202210 FR 27

Abbey silhouette

During ebb tide, one can basically walk around the Mont Saint Michel, and admire its' beauty and architecture from all directions. To do something different, I took this image directly into the afternoon sun. (France, Mont Saint Michel, October 2022 - Image ID 202210-FR-27)

Whilst the Unesco World Heritage Side can get quite busy even during low season, these sheep enjoy their afternoon feast A very relaxing scenery France, Mont Saint Michel, October 2022 Image ID 202210 FR 28

Tourist attraction - so what ?

Whilst the Unesco World Heritage Side can get quite busy even during low season, these sheep enjoy their afternoon feast. A very relaxing scenery... (France, Mont Saint Michel, October 2022 - Image ID 202210-FR-28)

Autumn must be one of the best times for sailing enthusiasts to enjoy Brittany's spectacular coastline and pitoresque harbour cities Relatively empty, reliable solid wind and pleasant temperatures make this part of France an excellent destination France, Dinard, October 2022 Image ID 202210 FR 16

Sailing paradise

Autumn must be one of the best times for sailing enthusiasts to enjoy Brittany's spectacular coastline and pitoresque harbour cities. Relatively empty, reliable solid wind and pleasant temperatures make this part of France an excellent destination (France, Dinard, October 2022 - Image ID 202210-FR-16)

Bad weather is always a perfect opportunity to stroll around cities and villages, trying to find interesting details to photograph Not sure about the motivitation or deeper meaning of this window decoration, but it definitely caught my attention France, Cancale, October 2022 Image ID 202210 FR 18

Pink window veils

Bad weather is always a perfect opportunity to stroll around cities and villages, trying to find interesting details to photograph. Not sure about the motivitation or deeper meaning of this window decoration, but it definitely caught my attention. (France, Cancale, October 2022 - Image ID 202210-FR-18)

For many, sailing boats maintain a high attraction, and are associated with freedom, adventure and beautiful trips around the world For this reason, I was happy to get one into this image of the two red deckchairs I found them in October 2022 in France Brittany is worth visiting at any season throughout the year The coastline is quite diverse with breathtaking views overlooking the sea A beautfiul hiking trail leads from Basse Cancale to Pointe du Grouin After every corner, interesting surprises and new motives await the curious photographer France, Basse Cancale, October 2022 Image ID 202210 FR 22

Red adirondack chairs meet anchored sailing boat

For many, sailing boats maintain a high attraction, and are associated with freedom, adventure and beautiful trips around the world. For this reason, I was happy to get one into this image of the two red deckchairs. I found them in October 2022 in France. Brittany is worth visiting at any season throughout the year. The coastline is quite diverse with breathtaking views overlooking the sea. A beautfiul hiking trail leads from Basse Cancale to Pointe du Grouin. After every corner, interesting surprises and new motives await the curious photographer... (France, Basse Cancale, October 2022 - Image ID 202210-FR-22)

Walking around the high city walls of Saint Malo, I spotted this seagull taking a rest in the afternoon sun Fortunately, I quickly took a portrait snapshot with my iPhone, before another tourist chased her away France, Saint Malo, October 2022 Image ID 202210 FR 13

Seagull portrait

Walking around the high city walls of Saint Malo, I spotted this seagull taking a rest in the afternoon sun. Fortunately, I quickly took a portrait snapshot with my iPhone, before another tourist chased her away. (France, Saint Malo, October 2022 - Image ID 202210-FR-13)

A very pragmatic approach to create protected zones for swimmers that even work during ebb tide Many cities in Brittany have this kind of natural saltwater pools Water is replaced every 10 hours when the flood rises, and the pool disappears for some time France, Saint Malo, October 2022 Image ID 202210 FR 15

Seawater swimming pool

A very pragmatic approach to create protected zones for swimmers that even work during ebb tide. Many cities in Brittany have this kind of natural saltwater pools. Water is replaced every 10 hours when the flood rises, and the pool disappears for some time. (France, Saint Malo, October 2022 - Image ID 202210-FR-15)

As kids, most of us spent endless time just sitting at a beach, and watching the waves rolling onto the shore As busy adults, we tend to just walk by Maybe time to rethink, take a rest and relax Better than many TV programs France, Tregastel, October 2022 Image ID 202210 FR 07

Just waves !

As kids, most of us spent endless time just sitting at a beach, and watching the waves rolling onto the shore. As busy adults, we tend to just walk by... Maybe time to rethink, take a rest and relax. Better than many TV programs! (France, Tregastel, October 2022 - Image ID 202210-FR-07)

Even with bad weather, an extended hike along the rocky coastline near Plougrescent is worth the effort Whilst most eyes are obviously focused on the sea and the waves, the spectacular rock formations also deserve our attention France, Plougrescant, October 2022 Image ID 202210 FR 06

Broken heart

Even with bad weather, an extended hike along the rocky coastline near Plougrescent is worth the effort. Whilst most eyes are obviously focused on the sea and the waves, the spectacular rock formations also deserve our attention. (France, Plougrescant, October 2022 - Image ID 202210-FR-06)

For good reasons, this is one of the most frequently photographed landmarks on the pink granite coast in Brittany The Ploumanac'h lighthouse in Perros Guirec enjoys a spectacular location What makes it special is that its color perfectly matches the surrounding landscape Whilst I didn't visit it in the morning, I guess late afternoon is probably the best time for amazing light and color contrasts I really like how the long exposure time creates this really smooth texture on the waves of the Atlantic ocean France, Ploumanac'h, October 2022 Image ID 202210 FR 09

The Guardian - Ploumanach lighthouse overlooking pink granite coast Brittany

For good reasons, this is one of the most frequently photographed landmarks on the pink granite coast in Brittany. The Ploumanac'h lighthouse in Perros-Guirec enjoys a spectacular location. What makes it special is that its color perfectly matches the surrounding landscape. Whilst I didn't visit it in the morning, I guess late afternoon is probably the best time for amazing light and color contrasts. I really like how the long exposure time creates this really smooth texture on the waves of the Atlantic ocean. (France, Ploumanac'h, October 2022 - Image ID 202210-FR-09)

Admittedly, a very well known photo motif: the lighthouse of Ploumanac'h Made of the same material as the rocks it stands on, the late afternoon sun brings out the amazing colors France, Ploumanac'h, October 2022 Image ID 202210 FR 10

Pink granite only

Admittedly, a very well known photo motif: the lighthouse of Ploumanac'h. Made of the same material as the rocks it stands on, the late afternoon sun brings out the amazing colors. (France, Ploumanac'h, October 2022 - Image ID 202210-FR-10)

The tides in Brittany come with quite impressive amplitudes, creating huge optical difference between ebb tide and flood Walking around the smalll harbours comes with an abundance of photo opportunities France, Tregastel, October 2022 Image ID 202210 FR 02

Stranded...

The tides in Brittany come with quite impressive amplitudes, creating huge optical difference between ebb tide and flood. Walking around the smalll harbours comes with an abundance of photo opportunities. (France, Tregastel, October 2022 - Image ID 202210-FR-02)

Whilst the strong wind continuously pushes the waves onto the rocky shores of Brittany, the small puddle lies absolutely calm behind a wall of pink granite rocks France, Plougrescant, October 2022 Image ID 202210 FR 05

Shelter

Whilst the strong wind continuously pushes the waves onto the rocky shores of Brittany, the small puddle lies absolutely calm behind a wall of pink granite rocks. (France, Plougrescant, October 2022 - Image ID 202210-FR-05)

During mid and low season, one can be lucky and have the beautiful beach all for yourself In this case, another photographer had already set up his tripod and was busy capturing the amazing scenery France, Tregastel, October 2022 Image ID 202210 FR 04

Colleague at work

During mid- and low season, one can be lucky and have the beautiful beach all for yourself. In this case, another photographer had already set up his tripod and was busy capturing the amazing scenery. (France, Tregastel, October 2022 - Image ID 202210-FR-04)

Another motif discovered during a stroll on the still wet and muddy seabed during ebb tide With lots of small boats resting in the harbour, there are obviously countless anchors and ropes volunteering as models France, Tregastel, October 2022 Image ID 202210 FR 03

Double V

Another motif discovered during a stroll on the still wet (and muddy!) seabed during ebb tide. With lots of small boats resting in the harbour, there are obviously countless anchors and ropes volunteering as models. (France, Tregastel, October 2022 - Image ID 202210-FR-03)

During low tide, one can easily walk over from Trebeurden to L'Ile Miliau A short distance only, and already packed with spectacular views France, Trebeurden, October 2022 Image ID 202210 FR 01

Ebb tide access

During low tide, one can easily walk over from Trebeurden to L'Ile Miliau. A short distance only, and already packed with spectacular views. (France, Trebeurden, October 2022 - Image ID 202210-FR-01)

About this archive

The Brittany archives contain all images that I took during a two weeks vacation trip in 2022. Despite of being part of France, I decided to honor this beautiful north-western part of the country with its own portfolio section.

I guess everyone has certain destinations on a personal wishlist. Some of them might be fancy and exotic overseas locations, that might actually never happen. Other more feasible places will be ticked off over time. And then you have those spots that are really not so far away, and could be visited easily. However, for whatever reason, one tends to always postpone them to a later stage.

Brittany for me falls in exactly this category. Whilst it can be easily reached by car or by train in a day, I never went until October 2022. The decision making process then was rather simple and spontaneous. We looked for a place within max. 12 hours driving time, and with a promising weather forecast for the next two weeks.

Despite of high expectations, we were positively surprised. The landscape is just wonderful, and there are lots of nice towns and things to discover. It was a wise decision to travel off peak-season, so the amount of tourists was limited. And the service personel in hotels and restaurant were not so stressed, and very friendly.

We picked three different accomodations on the coast, and as such avoided to spend a lot of time driving around. It was fantastic to bring our bikes. With them, we truly experienced the countryside, and enjoyed the smell of the sea with the permanent wind .

Please enjoy scrolling through my Brittany archives.

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