DOUARNENEZ: a bit of history

The whole of Douarnenez and its surrounding areas carry the archaeological traces of ancient human occupation.

There are hundreds of different types of remains and you never know when something will turn up...

- A hiker literally stumbled on a statue dedicated to Neptune
- A cobbler excavating his cellar discovered funeral urns
- A landscaper unearthed thousands of sharpened stones
- A gardener laying foundations dug up ancient spear heads
- A workman demolishing a wall unleashed hidden gold coins...

To find out more - French sites

Fascinating antique postcards of Douarnenez

The history of Douarnenez

Douarnenez Coat of Arms

Names in Douarnenez

Bibliography Collection „Mémoire de la ville“