Haliotika
Fishing centre in Le Guilvinec: visit aboard a reconstructed trawler and guided tour of the coastal fish market on weekdays.
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About the museum
Haliotika opened in 2000 under the name Cité de la Pêche, on the initiative of the commune of Le Guilvinec. The site is on the panoramic terrace overlooking the harbour. It celebrated its twentieth anniversary in 2020.
The venue has been run since 2006 as a mixed-economy company (société d’économie mixte). It presents the profession of fisherman and the fishing industry, with the displays renewed by about half roughly every six years. A new presentation entitled “Tout est bon dans le poisson” was installed in 2026.
The main route takes visitors on board the Bara Breizh, a reconstructed trawler. Crew members are met on board, and the visit ends with a film, “Histoire d’une marée”, which tells the story of a fishing trip at sea. A second guided tour leads into the coastal fish market, where langoustines and freshly landed fish are sold at auction. From the terrace, visitors can also watch the trawlers return at the end of the day on fishing days.
The venue also welcomes school classes and groups, and offers cookery workshops and holiday activities.
Highlights
- Visit aboard the reconstructed trawler Bara Breizh
- Film “Histoire d’une marée”
- Guided tour of the coastal fish market on weekdays
- “Tout est bon dans le poisson” route (2026)
- Panoramic terrace with views of the trawlers returning
Permanent exhibition
- Tout est bon dans le poisson – Playful route through fishing know-how, environmentally friendly innovations and making use of the whole fish.
- Founded
- 2000
- Operated by
- Société d'économie mixte (SEM) Haliotika
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €9.50 |
|---|---|
| Children & teens | €6.50free up to age 4 · Child rate with no age limit stated on the prices page; the visits page mentions free entry for under-5s. |
| Visitors with disabilities | –50% discount on visits and 10% on workshops, with proof. |
| Students & apprentices | –10% discount with proof. |
| Families | –No family ticket; large families receive 10% off with proof. |
| Admission + guided visit “Découverte des poissons” (adult) | €15.50Child rate: €10.50. |
| Admission + guided tour of the fish market (adult) | €15.50Child rate: €10.50. |
| “L’après-midi en folie” package (adult) | €22.50Visit, fish market and langoustine tasting; child rate: €15.50. |
| Annual pass (adult) | €18Unlimited visits; child rate: €12. |
| Audio guide (supplement) | €2Available in French, German and English. |
10% discount for students, job seekers and large families, with proof.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
- Elevator
- Accessible restroom: no information
- Accessible parking: no information
- Service dogs welcome: no information
- Tactile models & exhibits: no information
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description: no information
A lift serves both visit routes inside Haliotika, and another lift gives access to the terrace on the west side.
Kids & families
Great for kids & families
| Time needed | approx. 1.5 hrs |
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| Kids’ admission | free up to age 4 |
- Family tours & workshops
- Activity booklet, scavenger hunt or kids’ audio guide
The visit is described as suitable for all ages, with a free activity booklet at the entrance. Workshops for children aged 3 to 6 and 6 to 12, cookery workshops and activities during school holidays. The harbour is car-free.
Getting there & parking
By car
Parking available · 400 m to the entrance
Large car park in front of the tourist office; the stairway up to the panoramic terrace is about 400 m away.
About 30 minutes from Quimper in the direction of Pont-l’Abbé. Drop-off point for coaches at the foot of the stairs.
Get directionsAmenities & dining
- Café
- Museum shop
Langoustine bar L’Hannexe on the terrace (artisanal ice cream made with buckwheat) and a shop with souvenirs, games, books and local products.
Events & venue rental
- Spaces for rent
- Private parties
- Corporate events
Corporate seminars, rental for individuals and exclusive hire of spaces.
Inquiries & detailsPlan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| Audio guide | yes (FR, DE, EN) |
| School programs | yes |
| Good to know | The visit to Haliotika aboard the Bara Breizh lasts about 1 hour 30 minutes. The guided tour of the fish market takes place on weekdays late in the afternoon, during the auction. A guided visit “Découverte des poissons” is aimed at families. |
