Gourin walks

This route offers you an immersion in an area rich in heritage and varied landscapes, with superb panoramic views of the countryside of the Pays du Roi Morvan. Throughout this magnificent loop, you will pass through villages and hamlets. Don't hesitate to push open the doors of chapels and churches to discover architectural wonders. Among the must-see sights are the famous Statue of Liberty, the park and château of Tronjoly in Gourin, and the exceptional church of La Trinité-Langonnet (completely renovated in 2022). Take a relaxing break at the Pontigou lake. An ideal route for families.

The route mainly follows a sunken path, featuring a small stone bridge, a wooden footbridge, a winding stream, a chapel nestled in a valley hollow, and a chance to explore the picturesque village of Le Saint.

This pleasant loop will takeyou through villages rich in architectural heritage, with beautiful granite houses and unmissable sites such as chapels, churches, the Château de Tronjoly, Guiscriff railway station and, of course, the Statue of Liberty in Gourin. It also offers superb panoramic views, particularly along the D187 between Le Saint and Guiscriff.

Walk in the countryside and along the Nantes-Brest canal

A hilly route through the countryside with beautiful views of the Montagnes Noires.Passage on the towpath of the stream-to-Brest canal. NB: I have been informed of difficulties between (10) and (11) (see notice from May 2025). In this case, take the shortcut indicated in the practical information section.

A countryside route along beautiful sunken paths (small ravines in places) and quiet country lanesPanoramic views of the Montagnes Noires and the countryside, dominated by cattle farming. Route not accessible in winter (see practical information).

A countryside route taking in as many shaded paths as possible and quiet country lanes linking farms. Passes by the Notre-Dame-de-Bonne-Nouvelle Chapel in the hamlet of Penvern.

This walk follows sections of the three main routes in the area: the Tour de Locmaria with its chapel and narrow paths, the Circuit des Asphodèles with its ecological and Breton-themed focus, and theGR®38, which crosses the entire region, taking you past the main attractions. A lovely, mainly wooded, undulating walk, with sunken paths, rivers and unusual spots.

Starting from the 16th-century market halls of Le Faouët, this route climbs up a very pretty rocky path to the Sainte-Barbe plateau, where you can discover the site of the Sainte Barbe Chapel, built between 1489 and 1512. The site is known for its pardon. The path descends towards the fountain and the banks of the Ellé, a fast-flowing river winding between two steep banks. The path follows the river, then heads through the woods towards the Saint-Fiacre Chapel. Built between 1450 and 1480 in a flamboyant Gothic style, it has a splendid polychrome wooden rood screen. The climb back up to the village is through the woods, passing through the beautiful hamlet of Kerly.

Another walk to recharge your batteries in the heart of nature for hikers who are not afraid of having to bend down to avoid fallen trees and springs that wet the paths. To the west of Le Faouët, the Ellé flows through a fairly narrow, wooded valley with rocks on either side and in the riverbed. At the top, along the valley, are picturesque hamlets and, above all, the Sainte-Barbe Chapel.

This loop, suitable for all ages, invites you to discover the history and religious architecture of Le Faouët, with visits to the iconic Sainte-Barbe Chapel and Saint-Fiacre Chapel. A stop in the village allows you to stroll under the market halls and visit the museum, or simply enjoy a gourmet break in one of the shops or restaurants available.

This loop allows you to discover the varied heritage and landscapes of the communes of Le Faouët and Priziac. It is both pleasant and interesting, with many tourist attractions, such as the 16th-century market halls and the Faouët museum, the ecomuseum and the covered alleyway of Botquenven, and the courtroom in Priziac. Punctuated by magnificent panoramic views throughout the route, you will also discover religious heritage, including the famous St Fiacre chapel and its rood screen. An ideal route for an outing with family or friends.

Starting from Châteauneuf-du-Faou, the route follows the Nantes-Brest Canal and sunken lanes.

The municipality of Châteauneuf-du-Faou wanted to pay tribute to the painter Paul Sérusier, who stayed there and then lived there from 1906 until his death in 1927: creation of a museum, which opened in June 2025, and installation of a trail punctuated by eight information panels passing through places that were sources of inspiration for him.A walk along the banks of the River Aulne and through the woods completes the trail.

This circular route through the Cascadec Forest takes you through old hamlets somewhat lost in the countryside, often undergoing restoration, before returning along the left bank of the River Isole and its granite boulders. Discover old bread ovens, the imposing Saint-Jean menhir and the chapel of the same name, as well as the former Bolloré paper mills, one of the two sites where the famous ‘OCB’ cigarette paper was manufactured. NB: The chapel was demolished in 2020.

This short circular loop starts at the Saint-Fiacre Chapel. A 15th-century building in the Flamboyant Gothic style, it boasts the oldest and most famous polychrome wooden rood screen in Brittany. On the way back, walkers will discover its fountain, whose water, according to legend, cures skin diseases.

This easy, accessible loop takes you to the Abbaye Notre-Dame de Langonnet, a remarkable site in the Pays du Roi Morvan that is not to be missed, as well as two archaeological sites: the Tumulus and Motte Castrale de Kermain. You will also discover chapels, churches and fountains, as well as the courtroom in Priziac. At the end of the route, extend your walk with a relaxing break at the Lac du Bel Air in Priziac, where you can picnic, go paddleboarding, windsurfing or pedal boating, or simply enjoy the natural surroundings. There is also a well-equipped children's playground by the lake and at the Pontigou pond in Langonnet.

An easy walk with sections along the shores of Lake Bel-Air, then along sunken paths and quiet country lanes.

The small town of Laz is located in the heart of a hilly and wooded region called Menez Du or Montagnes Noires. This countryside route, marked by ridges and rocky outcrops, also offers superb panoramic views of the Châteaulin Basin, where the canalised Aulne river flows, and the Monts d'Arrée.

Via a section of an old railway line, small country lanes, wide tracks once used for cart traffic, sunken paths running along the rock face and a beautiful avenue lined with old, gnarled beech trees, you will reach Brec’horay, the highest point in Coray at 257 m. Panoramic views of the Montagnes Noires and the Cornouaille plateau.

A short hike in the countryside of Saint-Thurien and along the banks of the Isole river, starting from the village of Saint-Thurien.

A pretty, bucolic circular route through the Breton countryside, around the Glomel ponds and along the Nantes-Brest Canal. This route combines waterways, locks, woods and villages, ideal for a change of scenery.

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

This loop invites you to cycle through the heart of a landscape typical of central Brittany. As you ride along, you will pass through villages and hamlets, discover chapels, churches and fountains, and enjoy superb views of the surrounding countryside, with a magnificent shaded road running alongside the Scorff valley. Halfway up the hill, stop off at the medieval hamlet of Pont Callec, a must-see in the Pays du Roi Morvan! Your visit to Kernascléden will be an opportunity to enter the famous Notre-Dame de Kernascléden church with its flamboyant Gothic architecture, which houses one of the two danse macabre scenes in Brittany. Opposite, the Maison de la Chauve-Souris (Bat House) will tell you all about the world of this mysterious mammal. Designed to combine leisure and discovery, this loop proposed by the Roi Morvan Community is suitable for electric bikes (e-bikes) or hybrid bikes. An ideal circuit for lovers of cycling, natural heritage, architecture and history.

After going round the two largest ponds in Rosporden, this route sets off to explore a third, overgrown with vegetation. The route continues through the countryside along quiet country lanes and farm tracks. From the old Locjean station, the return journey is a gentle walk along the Voie Verte. An easy route, suitable for families.

Rosporden is known as the “town of ponds”. After a tour of the ponds, the route continues through the Rosporden countryside to the Locjean Chapel. The return journey follows the greenway and the edge of the ponds.

Walk near the ponds of Rosporden, on the greenway, and return via small paths.

This walk will take you along both banks of a river that winds its way through the beautiful Scorff valley. The route includes an optional circular loop on the plateau overlooking the valley towards the village of Ty Meur, allowing you to visit Saint Julien Chapel before returning to the valley via the hamlet of Kervinel.

La vallée de l'Aven et la campagne de Melgven au départ de Coat Canton à Rosporden.

A walk in the Melgven countryside, along sunken lanes and small roads, discovering three chapels.