The University of Angers, a partner in the Atlantic Sunset project supported by the Interreg Atlantic Area programme, brought together researchers and tourism experts for the seminar “Promoting Sunsets through Tourism: History, Practices and Challenges for Local Areas” on 30 April at the Maison de la Recherche Germaine Tillion. The event contributed to the project’s goal of strengthening the Atlantic Coast as a sustainable tourism destination.
The morning session focused on research perspectives related to sunsets and tourism from several disciplinary angles. Johan Vincent presented a historical perspective based on postcards and archival films, while Guillaume Aubry explored sunsets through the lens of art history. Emmanuel Jaurand examined tourism practices from a geographical perspective, and Lou Robert-Bonamy and Alan Gema shared sociological and geographical insights, alongside reflections from their experiences as project interns.
Highlighting the strong connection between academic research and local action, the afternoon session featured contributions from local tourism stakeholders focused on promoting sunsets as a tourism asset. Representatives from the Pléneuf-Val-André Tourist Office and the Iroise Bretagne Tourist Office shared their experiences and initiatives. Participants also discovered the Suncatcher app, a mapping platform designed for sunrise and sunset enthusiasts. The app allows users to discover, share and track the best viewpoints to experience the sun locally and around the world.
The morning session focused on research perspectives related to sunsets and tourism from several disciplinary angles. Johan Vincent presented a historical perspective based on postcards and archival films, while Guillaume Aubry explored sunsets through the lens of art history. Emmanuel Jaurand examined tourism practices from a geographical perspective, and Lou Robert-Bonamy and Alan Gema shared sociological and geographical insights, alongside reflections from their experiences as project interns.
Highlighting the strong connection between academic research and local action, the afternoon session featured contributions from local tourism stakeholders focused on promoting sunsets as a tourism asset. Representatives from the Pléneuf-Val-André Tourist Office and the Iroise Bretagne Tourist Office shared their experiences and initiatives. Participants also discovered the Suncatcher app, a mapping platform designed for sunrise and sunset enthusiasts. The app allows users to discover, share and track the best viewpoints to experience the sun locally and around the world.
Publish date: 2026-05-19
