Quimperlé, Querrien, Scaër, Bannalec, Le Pouldu, Doëlan, Moëlan sur Mer,
Merrien, Brigneau, Riec sur Bélon, Rosbras, Pont-Aven, Névez.

Pont-Aven's notoriety was established thanks to Gaugin and between 1886 and 1894 his style was liberated by the influence of impressionism which formed the basis of some of his more abstract works. Around him there were many other painters whose inspirations and styles were also diverse. To this day, painters have often frequented the small ports, observing the thatched roof cottages and traditional headdresses, attracted by the picturesque scenery, and appreciating the fine light.
The opening of the Pont-Aven museum in 1985 coincided with Gaugin's first stay, and was inaugurated with the exhibition of a new vision of the region's paintings.




Museums :


Pont-Aven Museum :


place de l'Hôtel de Ville
29930 Pont-Aven
Tel : 02 98 06 14 43, fax: 02 98 06 03 39
Established in 1985, the museum's main aim is to exhibit and give recognition to painters who became famous in Pont-Aven and Brittany from the end of the 19th to the beginning of the 20th century.
The sound and vision room displays a montage explaining the reason behind the Pont-Aven school of art. The documentation room dedicated to breton painters from 1850 to 1950 is also open to the public.
Open in july and august from 10:00 till 19:00 and the rest of the year except january from 10:00 till 12:30 and from 14:00 until 18:30. Documentation center open all year round.