Carnac, land of megaliths

The Carnac alignments were built between 4,500 and 2,000 BC! Located to the north of the town, they cover an area of over 40 hectares.

The alignments stretch for more than 4 kilometres, just north of Carnac-Bourg.

👉There are 3 main fields in succession from west to east:

• The Ménec alignments: the site closest to the Maison des Mégalithes. This is the most important site in Carnac. More than 1,000 menhirs can be seen here. They are built over 1,100 metres long and 100 metres wide!

• The Kermario alignments: another imposing alignment. The Kermario alignments are 1,200 metres long and almost 100 metres wide. There are also more than 1,000 menhirs here (1,029 to be exact). Nearby, don't miss the "Géant du Manio", a menhir that stands a respectable 6 metres tall!

• The Kerlescan alignments: located on the westernmost part of the Carnac alignments. Although the site is smaller, it still boasts more than 500 menhirs. This is where you can see the best-preserved menhirs. If you have the chance to see them in winter, the site becomes totally mysterious on foggy days!

The Maison des Mégalithes is the starting point for your discovery of the menhirs and alignments of Carnac.

Visitors are given practical information about the park.

And don't forget thatin summer, visits must be made in small guided groups! This takes some of the magic out of the sites. But you'll learn a lot more on these surprising, anecdote-filled tours!

There is a charge for guided tours (free for children).

Conversely, from late autumn to early spring, the area is much quieter. What's more, you can discover the alignments at your own pace, free of charge!

Finally, to find out more about the famous menhirs, head for the Museum of Prehistory, a must-see!

Located right next to the Kermario alignments, welcome to Carnac Camping!

The mobile home sleeps up to 5 people, with two bedrooms and a sofa bed in the living room.

All the facilities are on site to ensure a comfortable stay.

You'll find a fully equipped kitchen. This includes a fridge and microwave.

To prepare your breakfast, a coffee machine and kettle complete the list of facilities.

As a bonus, there's also a terrace where you can enjoy the outdoors and relax after your hike.

One of Carnac Camping's strong points is that you are only a few steps away on foot from the site of the Kermario alignments (guided tour only in summer).

Free parking reserved for campsite guests.