Welcome to Brest
Brest is a modern, sophisticated city that revolves around its long length of coastline within one of the prettiest bays in northwest France. One of the country’s most historic ports has played an important role in military history over the years, but was sadly all but destroyed during the Second World War. The result is a restored city with new architecture, fashioned to an almost grid-like layout. For visitors, Brest offers a combination of great water sports, fine cuisine, beaches and a lively nautical feel.
Facts
| Population | 146,519 |
| Currency | Euro, 1 € = 100 cents |
| Opening hours | Shops are open Monday-Saturday from 09.00 or 09.30 to 19.00 in high season and 09.00 or 09.30 to 18.00 at other times. Shops are generally closed on Sundays. |
| Newspapers | Ouest France Courrier du Léon Le Télégramme Bretagne Magazine Le Figaro Le Journal du Dimanche |
| Emergency numbers | Police: 17 Fire: 18 |
| Tourist information | Office de Tourisme de Brest métropole océane Address : Place de la Liberté – BP 91012 – 29210 Brest cedex 1 Tel: + 33 298 44 24 96 |
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