Quimper

As of May 2026, Quimper, Brest, Concarneau have 4,601 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 13% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Quimper generates €11K per year. High-performing properties earn €23K/year, while low-performing properties earn €6K/year. The wide performance gap suggests that top earners are capturing a disproportionate share of demand, likely due to significant disparities in asset positioning within a market experiencing a sharp revenue contraction.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Quimper. Average annual revenue is €11K with 34% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to €23K/year. Despite an overall decline in revenue, the delta between average and high-performing listings highlights that specific segments remain resilient, even as the broader market experiences a reduction in total available supply.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Quimper is 34%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of €111, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of €17 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Quimper, with annual revenue of €16K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Quimper market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Quimper area. Quimper: Lenient. Registration with town hall required, tourist tax collection. Light enforcement, many hosts operate informally. Brest: Lenient. Declaration to mayor's office, registration number needed for listings. Minimal active enforcement despite regulations. Concarneau: Lenient. Registration required, tourist tax mandatory, 120-day cap for primary residences. Rules exist but enforcement sporadic, informal rentals common. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Quimper Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 13% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 31%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. This contraction suggests that the market is recalibrating, as the decrease in listing volume has not yet offset the sharper drop in individual revenue potential.

Launch around May, 2-3 months before peak summer season (August peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is -44% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (March-January) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Quimper listings include: Kitchen (98%), Tv (87%), Washing Machine (79%), Heating (75%), Parking (41%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Washing Machine, Pool, Hot Tub, with Washing Machine properties earning approximately 30% more (€22K/year vs €17K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Quimper over the last 12 months: May: €559, June: €501, July: €849, August: €852, September: €552, October: €498, November: €331, December: €598, January: €241, February: €275, March: €313, April: €697. These figures are based on RevPAR (revenue per available room) multiplied by the number of days in each month.

The overall average nightly rate in Quimper is €111, up 19% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average €80/night, 2-bedroom properties average €102/night, 3-bedroom properties average €133/night, 4+ bedroom properties average €230/night. Rates peak in August and are lowest in May.

Guests in Quimper book an average of 33 days in advance, down 32% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 30 days, 2-bedroom: 33 days, 3-bedroom: 36 days, 4+ bedroom: 39 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Quimper Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 13%, revenue per listing decreased 31%, occupancy fell 8%, average nightly rates increased 19%, and lead time decreased 32%. These metrics reflect a shift toward shorter booking windows and higher pricing, which may be intensifying competition for the remaining demand.

In Quimper, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Sunday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Wednesday.