Pontivy
is made up of two towns wrapped around each other. There is the
medieval old town with its tortuous streets and half timbered houses,
and the geometric Napoleonic town. Twice in its history Pontivy has
been known as Napoleonville (the town of Napoleon) The town is
situated in a very rural part of Brittany known as the valley of the
Blavet and the River Blavet runs through the town. The Nantes-Brest
canal also runs through Pontivy and if you are taking a trip on the
canal it is a good stopping off point. The town boasts a
magnificent 15th century castle where guided tours are available and
a 16th century church built in the flamboyant style.
The surrounding countryside is replete with
small villages boasting innumerable chapels of architectural and
historical interest. There are well laid out walks and cycle paths
for the visitor to discover the treasures of central Brittany.
Pontivy
is made up of two towns wrapped around each other. There is the
medieval old town with its tortuous streets and half timbered houses,
and the geometric Napoleonic town. Twice in its history Pontivy has
been known as Napoleonville (the town of Napoleon) The town is
situated in a very rural part of Brittany known as the valley of the
Blavet and the River Blavet runs through the town. The Nantes-Brest
canal also runs through Pontivy and if you are taking a trip on the
canal it is a good stopping off point. The town boasts a
magnificent 15th century castle where guided tours are available and
a 16th century church built in the flamboyant style.