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Brittany travel advice
Explore our complete guide to Brittany with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for Brittany.
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Brittany travel guide - essential info
Below is a beginner's guide to Brittany with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.
| Brittany - quick facts | |
|---|---|
| Flight time✝ | 1.5 hours |
| Time difference | UK +1 hour |
| Language(s) | French |
| Currency | Euro |
| Electricity | C + E plug (230V) |
| Driving side | Right |
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Brittany tourist information
✝ = Typical flight time from the UK.
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Brittany weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Maximum daytime temperature °C |  9 |
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 13 |
 15 |
 18 |
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12 |
10 |
| Hours of sunshine (daily) | ||||||||||||
| Days with some rainfall |  22 |
 18 |
 20 |
17 |
16 |
 13 |
13 |
15 |
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18 |
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21 |
| Sea temperature °C |  10 |
10 |
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11 |
 13 |
 15 |
 16 |
17 |
16 |
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13 |
12 |
The Brittany weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Brest.
Brittany travel advice
Check the latest travel advice on visiting Brittany from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.
- UK traveller advice for Brittany - UK FCDO
- Irish traveller advice for Brittany - Department of Foreign Affairs, Ireland
- Safe travel advisories for Brittany - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, New Zealand
- Smarter traveller advice for Brittany - Department of Foreign Affairs, Australia
Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around Brittany.
Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
FCDO travel advice
Brittany travel health
Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Brittany with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.
- Vaccines & medicines for Brittany - CDC
- Health & vaccinations for Brittany - TravelHealthPro, NaTHNac
- How to stay safe & healthy in Brittany - Fit for Travel, Public Health Scotland
Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Brittany, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.
Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Brittany covid live updates
Check the latest live updates on Covid-19 in Brittany with the vaccination requirements, current available statistics and up-to-date travel advice from government agencies.
- Travellers' health for Brittany - Ministry of Solidarity & Health, France
- Coronavirus timeline in Brittany - Our World in Data
- Latest info on travel to Brittany - Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs
Brittany travel features
Do you want to learn more about Brittany? Read our latest features covering travel tips and insider destination guides on where to go and what to do in Brittany.
Brittany FAQs
Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Brittany including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.
Do I need to quarantine in the UK if I travel from France?
You do not need to quarantine on arrival in the UK from France. The UK no longer requires a passenger locator form, Covid-19 test or proof of vaccination.
What is the flight time to Brittany from the UK?
The flight time to Brittany from the UK is typically 1.5 hours.
Flights to Brittany
What is the time difference between Brittany and the UK?
The time difference between Brittany and the UK is UK time+1 hour.
What is the main language spoken in Brittany?
The main language spoken in Brittany is French.
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What is the currency in Brittany?
The currency in Brittany is the Euro (EUR).
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Which plugs are used in Brittany?
Brittany uses electrical plug type C + E (230 Volts).
Which side of the road do they drive on in Brittany?
They drive on the right side of the road in Brittany.
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