God Save The Kouign

God Save The Kouign: Rock Roars in Pays Bigouden

God Save The Kouign was born on June 9, 2018, in Penmarc'h, Pays Bigouden, from the desire of a group of rock and Breton gastronomy enthusiasts. The festival's name pays homage to kouign-amann, the famous buttery pastry from Finistère, while proudly displaying its rock'n'roll identity. From its very first edition, the festival attracted 2,250 paying attendees and donated 3,000 euros to the association "Un Horizon d'Espoir" against pediatric cancer.

An Ambitious Rock Lineup

Since its creation, God Save The Kouign has continuously grown. The festival features international headliners alongside emerging bands, covering the entire spectrum of rock: from glam rock to post-punk, including indie rock, garage, blues rock, and electric folk. The 2025 edition (Volume 6) hosted artists such as Fun Lovin' Criminals, The Limiñanas, Royal Republic, D-A-D, and KO KO MO, while the 2026 edition (Volume 7) announces The Darkness, Frank Turner, and White Lies as headliners.

A Unique Seaside Setting

Located at the Stade Municipal de Penmarc'h, the festival benefits from an exceptional setting between land and sea, at the tip of Pays Bigouden. Two stages host about twenty bands over two to three days, in a human-scale atmosphere with a limited capacity of 4,000 people per day. Free camping allows festival-goers to extend the experience, while local food stands showcase products from the Finistère region.

Rock and Solidarity

Beyond the music, God Save The Kouign is committed to a solidary and responsible approach. Since its beginnings, the festival has donated a portion of its profits to charitable organizations. Driven by around 200 volunteers and supported by the municipality of Penmarc'h and the Cap Caval venue, the event embodies the festive and generous spirit of Brittany. Children under 16 have free entry, making the festival a family-friendly event as well as a rock one.