Carnac standing stones

More than 3,000 prehistoric standing stones, set up in long rows over 4 km of countryside by people living here between about 4500 and 3300 BC. Why they were raised is still a mystery. The main alignments are Ménec, Kermario and Kerlescan.

To protect them, the stones are fenced off for most of the year, but you can see them from the paths and viewing tower, and join guided tours inside. In winter some areas are open to walk among freely. The Maison des Mégalithes has information. Carnac also has a long sandy beach.