Ride inland to fairy-tale Josselin, where a 14th-century château rises directly from the Oust River in one of France's most dramatic medieval silhouettes. An experience straight from the pages of legend.
What to expect
An hour's private drive through lush Breton countryside delivers you to Josselin, where the triple-towered château of the Rohan family commands the river with extraordinary medieval authority. Your guide leads you through the elegant Gothic-Renaissance façade and into the castle's furnished rooms, bringing centuries of Breton aristocratic history to life. The adjacent Doll Museum — housed in the former stables — is a surprisingly captivating trove of over 3,000 dolls spanning four centuries. The medieval village below the castle, with its cobbled streets and half-timbered houses, rewards a leisurely stroll before your private return to port.
Good to know
Josselin is approximately 55 km northeast of Lorient — allow 1 hour each way. Château de Josselin is open daily in summer (check seasonal hours at chateaudejosselin.com). Depart no later than 09:00 to enjoy the site fully and return comfortably before all-aboard.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Lorient — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.