Bohars – Chapel, Mill and Culture

When looking for a hotel in Bohars, the themes of your stay may be decisive: architectural and regional history, a cultural event or a visit focused on cheese. The following places and offerings each have their own focus.

Chapelle de Loguillo and the Motte of Bohars

Chapelle de Loguillo is the oldest building in Bohars. It was founded by the lords of Kerguiziau and rebuilt in the 16th century by the Du Chatel family. Its furnishings include a polychrome wooden statue of the Virgin and Child from the 16th century, known as Notre Dame de Loguillo, as well as statues from the 17th and 18th centuries. The foundation, rebuilding and dated furnishings represent distinct historical layers. The chapel is a tangible point of reference if you are interested in religious buildings and religious art.

The Motte of Bohars ar c’hoat is an octagonal earthwork measuring approximately 32 to 33 metres in diameter. Its ditches are around 3 metres deep. Unlike the chapel, the focus here is on the earthwork’s shape and approximate dimensions. This archaeological site therefore offers a different way to explore Bohars’ history than the municipality’s oldest building.

Moulin Neuf on the Penfeld

Moulin Neuf was built on the Penfeld before the French Revolution. At this point, the river forms the boundary between Bohars and Brest. Moulin Neuf is also one of the last mills in the Finistère département still in operation. Its construction date, location on the boundary and operating status give this place its own historical significance.

Cultural events and cheese experiences

A page updated in February 2025 by Brest métropole listed the multicultural Espace Roz Valan in Bohars, with a year-round programme of performances, concerts and evening events. If a specific cultural event is the reason for your trip, check the dates for your travel period.

From Bohars selects cheeses from local producers and experienced affineurs, and makes homemade cheese creations. These include flavoured fresh goat’s cheese and Brie with apricot and honey. The company also offers tastings, evenings and workshops, for which it recommends booking in advance. For planning purposes, these are two distinct aspects: selection and production describe the cheese products, while tastings, evenings and workshops are specific event formats.

Walking trail, event and transport

The “Au fil de la Penfeld” circular walking trail is located in the municipality of Bohars and passes through several municipalities. Keep this wider route in mind if you include the trail in your plans: it is not limited to Bohars alone.

The 2025 La Boharsienne event included a walk/cani-hike, children’s competitions, 5- and 10-kilometre runs, and a trail race. If a future event is the reason for your trip, check the date and format of that edition separately; the formats listed here refer to 2025.

In the area around the hospital, Bibus provides more frequent services. Direct connections to Place de Strasbourg, Le Bergot and Place des FFI improve access to the rest of the network. Check current service frequency and routes before travelling, as transport information can change.

Discover more destinations: Trégarantec, Guimiliau, Arzano, Lilia, Bannalec, Briec, Mahalon, Ploéven

For the regional travel overview: Finistere.