It is one of the warmest and most beautiful stadiums in France, although it is one of the smallest in terms of capacity. It can accommodate around 19,000 spectators and meets the specifications to host UEFA Champions League matches. It first opened its doors in 1990 and went through various periods of reconstruction in 1997, 2007, 2014 and 2018. Among other things, it has hosted matches of the French National Football Team. It is located near the center of Guingamp and hotels are nearby.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT TO STADE DE ROUDOUROU
*** BUS: 2
*** About 2 minutes by taxi from the city center
*** About 20 minutes walk from the city center.
GUINGAMP: THE CITY THAT “SMELLS” FOOTBALL
It is a city that does not have a large number of permanent residents (estimated around 7,000 inhabitants), but it has a rich history and “smells” of football because of En Avant Guingamp. In previous centuries it was dominated by magnificent castles and was one of the most beautiful urban areas in France. Now, you will find ruins of castles. It is also famous for its wonderful summer festivals and cultural events that attract many residents from different parts of France.
Currency: Euro
Calling Code: +33
Nearest airports from city center: Brest Airport (100km), Lorient Airport (114km), Rennes Airport (133km), Nantes Airport (290km).
TOP – 10 SIGHTSEEING
*** BASILICA OF OUR LADY OF GOOD HELP (10 Rue Notre Dame, 22200 Guingamp)
It is the trademark of the city and one of the most beautiful churches in France.
*** FONTAINE DE LA PLOMEE (FONTAINE DE LA PLOMEE (Rue Henry Kerfant, 22200 Guingamp)
The fountain dates from the middle of the 18th century and is considered one of the most important historical monuments of the city.
*** RESISTANCE MUSEUM IN ARGOAT (L’Étang Neuf, 22480 Saint-Connan)
It is about a 25-minute drive from the center of Guingamp. The Resistance Museum is built on stilts in a lake and was created to honor the fighters of 1944.
*** GARDENS KERFOULER (7 Kerfouler, 22260 Plouëc-du-Trieux)
It is a wonderful botanical garden and an oasis of greenery. It is open from June 1 to October 31.
*** TERRARIUM ET VIVARIUM DE KERDANET (Διεύθυνση: 38 Kerdanet, 22170 Châtelaudren-Plouagat)
About 15 minutes from the city center you will find a wonderful animal park. See reptiles and amphibians from around the world up close.
*** MAIRIE DE GUINGAMP (1 Pl. du Champ au Roy, 22200 Guingamp)
The City Hall is a magnificent architectural masterpiece. It’s worth seeing up close.
*** CHAPELLE NOTRE – DAME DU TERTRE (9 Venelle Notre Dame, 22170 Châtelaudren-Plouagat)
The chapel dates from the 13th century and was first mentioned as a chapel of the lords of Goello in 1428.
*** PEPINIERE VERT’ TIGE (Guernévez Plouserf, 22540 Louargat)
It is one of the finest nurseries in France and well worth taking the time to explore.
*** THE OLD GUINGAMP PRISON (22200 Guingamp)
The old prison of the city dates from the middle of the 19th century and was closed in 1952. Since 1992 it has been considered one of the Historical Monuments of the city.
*** ABBAYE NOTRE DAME DE COATMALOUEN
It dates from 1142 and over the centuries several restorations have been made. The ruins of the abbey can be enjoyed about 30 minutes away from the city center.
ΤΗINGS TO DO
*** Office De Tourisme De Guingamp is a place to find any information you want about the city. It is located in an impressive architectural building.
*** Sculpture l’Arpenteur is one of the sculptures worth visiting.
*** Armoripark is a recreation center that you will enjoy if you have children with you.
*** Domaine du jardin mod kozh is one of the local camping spots worth visiting.
FOOD AND DRINK
The city is famous for its very good cuisine and the wonderful culinary inspirations of the local chefs. You will find restaurants that have cuisines from all over the world, but we would recommend you to try the local delicacies. Try the carbonnade, potjevleesch, smoked deli meats and pastries, boeuf bourguignon, soups (especially onion soup), the traditional mimolette, maroilles, fort de Lens cheeses, Coco de Paimpol bean, ‘blue’ lobster, oysters, abalone and shellfish. Don’t forget to eat snails, pasta with local recipes and flammekeuche which is the traditional pizza. Accompany your meals with beer or wine.
WHERE TO STAY
You can find few hotels both in the city center and a little outside the center.
FUN AND SHOPPING
*** Visit “105 degrés” to taste handmade chocolate.
*** HOME DECO Guingamp is a place to do your shopping.
*** In the city center you will find many shops for local products and souvenirs.
HOW TO GET AROUND
The most beautiful way to get around the city is on foot or by bus.
CITIES NEAR GUINGAMP
Major cities close to Guingamp are Lorient (109km), Brest (113km), Rennes (134km), Nantes (237km), Angers (260km), Le Mans (287km).
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