One minute in the Golfe of Morbihan - E21 - The Lasné marshes

The salt marshes of Lasné, located at the entrance of Tascon Island in the commune of Saint-Armel in Morbihan, Brittany, are a jewel of the region's natural and cultural heritage. Nestled in the heart of the Gulf of Morbihan, these marshes are a testament to a salt-making tradition dating back to the Middle Ages.

This strategic location at the entrance of Tascon Island offers an exceptional setting, combining the wild beauty of the island with the human ingenuity of the salt marshes. The site presents a unique landscape shaped by both man and nature, where a maze of shallow basins extends as far as the eye can see.

Seawater, captured during high tides, slowly circulates from one basin to another, gradually evaporating under the action of sun and wind to give birth to precious Breton salt. Today, a few salt workers perpetuate this ancestral know-how, harvesting by hand a salt renowned for its quality and richness in trace elements.

The Lasné marshes also constitute a fragile ecosystem, home to specific fauna and flora adapted to this brackish environment. Visiting this site allows you to discover not only the traditional salt production techniques but also to appreciate the serene beauty of these unique landscapes, true havens of peace for nature lovers, while enjoying the breathtaking view of Tascon Island and the Gulf of Morbihan.