Rennes, Brest, Lannion, Quimper: cliffs and nature! Let's break the stereotypes of an ageing Brittany with no future. Discover the region from all angles (employment, quality of life, housing, income ...) Moving to Brittany means living between land and sea! Degemer mat (welcome) to Brittany!
Based on the OECD's public data on regional well-being, and supplemented by the feedback of newcomers supported by the platform, the "Well-being" tool offers numerical data on 11 previously defined criteria.According to the "Bien-Vivre" tool, BrittanyBrittany is an ideal region to settle down and work. Living in Brittany means reconciling your personal and professional life. It means having the chance to enjoy the proximity of the sea, greenery, fresh air and a dynamic employment area.
Every year, Brittany attracts more and more people to work in the region. The region is experiencing a demographic boom that is notably higher than the national average. The sectors that recruit the most in the region are agriculture, industry and commerce. But tourism and high technology are also important sectors of activity in Brittany. The headquarters of Bigard, Yves Rocher, PSA and Ubisoft are located in the region.
With a score of 6.6/10 for employment *according toOECD data, Brittany ranks as the 3rd best region to work in France. The income is however lower than in regions such as Ile de France. However, the cost of living is significantly lower.
If we break down the region into its different departments:
Rennes enjoys a dynamic reputation and is developing many young companies and start-ups.
Brest excels in marine science and technology and marine renewable energy. It has been awarded the French Tech label and is also home to the digital, health and banking-insurance sectors.
Moving to Brittany means enjoying an incredible environment every day. Ranking 1st in France in terms of quality of life, the region offers breathtaking landscapes. On the land side, the forest of Brocéliande offers a much appreciated green setting. This is a place of legends and stories of Merlin the magician. On the sea side, Cap Fréhel, Ploumanac'h, or the Pink Granite Coast will be your favourite places for an escape in the fresh air.
Brittany's top ranking is in education: there is no better region in France in terms of education. This is due to the fact that the academy of Rennes is very popular with post-baccalaureate students. Another important factor is the number of people in the working population who have continued their studies at least to baccalaureate level. Health is also well represented. Brittany has a density of health professionals comparable to or even higher than the national average.
As for the Breton community, everyone knows it:they are generous and open their doors wide. They are proud of their land and happy to share their culture. It's a mentality that makes people who want to settle in Brittany optimistic. Our Breton ambassadors will be delighted to welcome you. Discover Delphine, Switch Up ambassador in Vannes....
Por the Bretons, service is sacred, especially when it comes to tasting a traditional traditionalKouign-amann at the local bakery. As far as security is concerned, you have nothing to worry about. Brittany is indeed the region where the inhabitants feel the safest in France. Take the example of Vannes: 93% of its inhabitants feel safe. Finally, Breizh is the second region in France in terms of satisfaction with daily life. And yes, we told you it was good to live in Brittany...
Here, despite the fact that the property market has become a little tense as a result of the confinements, property prices remain affordable and in line with the local market. In Brest, for example, the average price per square metre is three times lower than in Paris. The city of Rennes is very attractive, but medium-sized cities such as Lorient, Brest, or Vannes are not left out. Parisians and inhabitants of large cities now represent a significant proportion of property buyers and tenants in Brittany.
So you've decided? The Breton region has a lot to offer people on the move. Whether it is its environment, its employment area, but also its quality of life, Brittany is attractive! After the two French confinements, many people from the Paris region and from large French cities have decided to move to another region.
You have decided that your new home(city) is in Brittany. But in which towns can you settle? Here are 5 Breton towns where it is good to live, ideal for working but also for enjoying the magnificent environment offered by the Brittany coast.
A family town, Vannes is a perfect place to live in Brittany.
Every day, you have the chance to enjoy a town on a human scale located in the heart of the Gulf of Morbihan.
The inhabitants enjoy strolling through the historic centre, walking near the Gulf of Morbihan, drinking a coffee in town, shopping at the market and the Halles...
The harbour square is pleasant, where you can enjoy an ice cream with your family. In addition, more than 10,000 jobs are located in the Vannes employment area.
In the beautiful department of Morbihan, you can settle in Lorient. It is a city where the cost of living is lower than in other Breton cities such as Vannes or the coastal cities.
Life is quiet, and is perfectly positioned between Finistère and the Gulf of Morbihan. Finally, Lorient is a town on a human scale, with the sea and the countryside nearby.
The Breton capital is one of France's great cities where people live happily as a family.
It is economically prosperous and offers a wide range of cultural activities. A student town, Rennes is known for its employment pool and its very low unemployment rate à 6,0 %. It is also a cosmopolitan and transgenerational city. Students, young professionals, families and retirees, there is something for everyone. The city centre of Rennes is also very attractive and dynamic, lined with green spaces. Discover the testimony of Marie, our super ambassador from Renneswho moved from Paris to Rennes a few years ago. Marie explains her decision to move to another city, and her choice for Rennes.
Brest is a city where people like to live and work: the employment prospects are numerous and attractive. The city's dynamism and low cost of living make it attractive to newcomers. Public transport and bicycles are the preferred means of transport. For several years now, the Breton city has been adopting a genuine environmental approach. Finally, according to the APEC study in 2019, Brest is the second city in Brittany where executive jobs are concentrated after Rennes, and accounts for 16% of the executive job market.
Not far from Brest, and an important city in Finistère, Quimper is a major centre of Breton Breton culture. The beaches of Bénodet, Fouesnant and Concarneau are only 25 minutes away by car. The city is also known for its green setting, with its many natural areas and parks. Labelled as a "city of art and history", but also as an important employment area in Brittany, the companies based in Quimper are recruiting and looking to integrate new talents. As far as mobility is concerned, the LGV line makes it possible to reach Paris in 3h30 and Rennes in 2h.
Switch Upwill help you to settle in Brittany thanks to our local network of Ambassadors. Administrative procedures, finding accommodation, schools, discovering the area or integrating, our Breton ambassadors will be delighted to welcome you. So, kenavo (goodbye) and happy settling in our beautiful region of Brittany!
