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Fréhel walks
The dam and the Chapel of Saint-Sébastien
Visorando Member
6.92 mi
+308 ft
-302 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Pléboulle (Côtes-d'Armor)
In the past, the bed of the Frémur stream was used as a path for carts and horsemen. Part of this route is the Templar route, which also used this path.
See § practical information concerning the route between (4) and (6).
Sables d'Or les Pins - Ruins of the Moulin de la Hunaudaye
5.25 mi
+220 ft
-226 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Fréhel (Côtes-d'Armor)
An easy route to discover the ruins of a mill, enhanced by magnificent views of the sea and the cliffs of Cap Fréhel.
Château de Bienassis from Les Sables d'Or
14.28 mi
+741 ft
-755 ft
3 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Fréhel (Côtes-d'Armor)
Return trip by bike to Château de Bienassis from Les Sables d'Or, on beautiful cycle paths, a few quiet roads and a short stretch of dirt track.Don't miss: the viaduct, the sea views at Erquy and Caroual, and of course a visit to Château de Bienassis
Cap Fréhel and Fort La Latte from Plévenon
10.90 mi
+476 ft
-476 ft
5h 25
Difficult
Departure from Plévenon (Côtes-d'Armor)
After a few kilometres through the Plévenon countryside, you will come to the sea with Saint-Brieuc Bay on your left and Cap Fréhel on your right. Once you have passed Cap Fréhel and Fort la Latte, you will discover Saint Malo Bay and Fresnaye Bay. Gorse, heather and oak trees of various species line the coastal part of the path.
Stop for a moment at Cap Fréhel to discover the colonies of birds nesting on the rocks.
The Château Serein and Fort La Latte
6.37 mi
+712 ft
-738 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Plévenon (Côtes-d'Armor)
The Bay of La Fresnaye is one of the most beautiful sites on the Emerald Coast. Sheltered from the prevailing winds, a balcony path winds its way through sparse groves of ash, pine and flowering gorse on the slopes of the small cliffs on the western shore of the bay.
The hike starts at the small hidden beach of Château Serein, follows this balcony trail offering beautiful views of the bay, passes through the tiny port of Saint-Géran and ends at the tip of Fort La Latte.
Baie de la Fresnaye towards Saint-Cast
6.21 mi
+558 ft
-538 ft
3h 20
Easy
Departure from Matignon (Côtes-d'Armor)
This route will introduce you to Fresnaye Bay with its changing light, oyster beds and Fort la Latte. It is worth doing at low tide and high tide, as the view of the bay, the colours and the atmosphere will be so different. By combining part of this walk with the "Baie de la Fresnaye and Moulin de la Mer" walk already described on this site, it is very easy to plan a day trip.
Baie de la Fresnaye and Moulin de la Mer
4.22 mi
+325 ft
-325 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Matignon (Côtes-d'Armor)
This short hike allows you to discover the southern part of Fresnaye Bay with its colours and lighting changing with the tides, the Moulin de la Mer site, the village of Saint-Germain de la Mer, and views of Fort La Latte.
Circular route starting from the village of Les Hôpitaux near Erquy
5.68 mi
+410 ft
-430 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Erquy (Côtes-d'Armor)
A lovely walk starting from the village of Les Hôpitaux, between sea and countryside in the eastern part of Erquy, offering views of Îlot Saint-Michel, Les Sables d'Or and Cap Fréhel. Continue along the Islet to the Montafilan dam.
Around the Port of Saint-Géran
3.67 mi
+331 ft
-315 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Plévenon (Côtes-d'Armor)
A short hike combining magnificent views of Baie de la Fresnaye, the Plévenon countryside and the hamlets of La Motte and La Ville Tourin.
Saint Michel Chapel in Erquy
Association / Club / Walk leader
1.07 mi
+125 ft
-154 ft
0h 35
Easy
Departure from Erquy (Côtes-d'Armor)
A pleasant little walk, but the chapel is only accessible at low tide, so you need to calculate the time available before crossing. The ford is a little difficult to cross due to large rocks. The chapel is open to visitors and an association called "Les Amis de la Chapelle Saint-Michel" is responsible for its renovation and maintenance.
Passing by Pointe Saint-Efficace in Matignon
7.02 mi
+371 ft
-394 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Matignon (Côtes-d'Armor)
Right from the start, you will travel back in time. You will discover a medieval motte-and-bailey castle, then jump back a few centuries further to discover the Guerches, the ancestors of motte-and-bailey castles. Before reaching Pointe Saint-Efficace, you will pass the ruins of a watermill, then those of a tide mill and finally an old tide mill. As you walk along the sea, you will see Fort La Latte. On the way back, the Chapelle Saint-Germain is worth a detour.
Tour of Cap d'Erquy via the beaches
5.87 mi
+446 ft
-446 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Erquy (Côtes-d'Armor)
This route goes around the tip of Cap d'Erquy via the beaches on the north side and passes by the old pink sandstone quarries on the south side.These quarries were in operation until 1974 and date back to the 18th century. A superb walk, especially in good weather, which is often the case. The route is lined with gorse and broom, which you may be lucky enough to see in bloom. The northern part of the route is a little wilder and more exposed to the wind, but at high tide the waves are a magnificent sight.
Discover Fréhel cape
5.30 mi
+138 ft
-144 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Plévenon (Côtes-d'Armor)
Short discovery hike around Fréhel cape and across its moorland.
The Pointe de Saint-Cast-le-Guildo
4.87 mi
+413 ft
-384 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Saint-Cast-le-Guildo (Côtes-d'Armor)
Hike to the Pointe de Saint-Cast-le-Guildo, its harbour and the seaside town.
The Pointe d'Erquy
3.40 mi
+358 ft
-354 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Erquy (Côtes-d'Armor)
Stroll between the beaches and moorland of the Pointe d'Erquy.
Added moderator on 07/07/2021 : Attention, itinerary modification in (4). See description and reviews.
Sables d'Or les Pins to Cap d'Erquy from Erquy
10.01 mi
+709 ft
-712 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Erquy (Côtes-d'Armor)
This beautiful route starts from the beach at Erquy, first taking in the narrow streets of the village and then the quiet lanes, before leading back to the sea at the end of the Anse des Sables d'Or. After that, it runs along the coast, from beach to beach, taking us back to the port, crossing the moor and skirting the rocks. From the top of the cliffs or at wave level, this trail offers breathtaking and varied views of this magnificent coastline.
Lacs Bleus and Pointe d'Erquy
3.12 mi
+266 ft
-279 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Erquy (Côtes-d'Armor)
A walk along the Pointe d'Erquy, following part of theGR®34.
Starting from the beach, climb the steps leading to the lakes, which are blue in name only but are a curiosity nonetheless.
The view from the point is magnificent, but you will have to share it with many other walkers.
Saint Cast – Saint Jacut – Saint Cast by bike