Monts d'Arrée Communauté

Nestled in a green valley, this commune has all the charm of the mountain countryside, with its sunken lanes, hedgerows, streams and rugged terrain. The name of the commune comes from the name of the parish patron saint, Saint Rivoal, formerly Riwall, the name of a large family that emigrated from Brittany to Great Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries. Saint-Rivoal has been awarded the "Communes du Patrimoine Rural de Bretagne" (Communes of Rural Heritage in Brittany) label.

Near Lake Saint-Michel, a short walk around Brennilis to explore the village and a Neolithic site.

This short hike will take you to the ridges of the Monts d'Arrée, offering beautiful panoramic views of the Yeun Elez and introducing you to a village steeped in history.

During this hike, you will discover the wild and unspoilt landscapes of the Monts d’Arrée. According to legend, this is where the Youdig, one of the gates of Hell, is said to be located.

A hike in the Monts d'Arrée that takes you through the west and north-east of the commune. Along the way, discover the rich religious heritage of Brasparts.

In the heart of the Huelgoat Forest, this woodland setting hides a wealth of heritage treasures. The Mine Canal will take you to the old silver-lead mine and then on to the most iconic sites in this legendary forest.

Starting from the village of Huelgoat, skirting the lake and following the winding banks of the River Fao, this walk will take you on a journey of discovery through hamlets and heritage sites steeped in history and ancient traditions.

A walk through the Huelgoat State Forest, following in the footsteps of roe deer, which you may frequently spot if you remain quiet and keep a look-out. A roe deer’s footprint can be recognised by its inverted heart shape.

This walk takes you through the valleys and over the peaks of La Feuillée, once the seat of a very important commandery of the Order of the Hospitallers of St John of Jerusalem.

On the border between Léon and Cornouaille, at the foot of the Roc'h mountain range (Roc'h Trédudon, Roc'h Trévézel), the iconic backbone of the Monts d'Arrée, La Feuillée, Brittany's highest village, is well worth a visit.

During this hike, you will discover the Chaos de Mardoul while following in the footsteps of the pilhaouerien, itinerant traders who travelled from farm to farm, laden with earthenware (bowls, plates, dishes) which they exchanged for rags.

Here is a walk that takes you on a journey of discovery through the Plouyé countryside, with several chapels dotted along the route.

On this walk, you’ll follow a short section of the Voie Verte No. 7 (La Vélodyssée ) before heading into the northern part of the Huelgoat Forest and passing through several hamlets in the Monts d’Arrée.

A beautiful hike around Lake Saint-Michel, with views of the Monts d'Arrée, discovering the Yeun Elez peat bogs, menhirs and legends dear to the writer Anatole Le Braz.