Priziac walks

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 magnificent loop takes you along beautiful country roads to the Drukpa Buddhist centre in Plouray, a unique place to visit and discover in Brittany, offering an immersion in Himalayan culture and spirituality. It also invites you to discover the Carrière de Locuon, a village built on a granite site marked by Gallo-Roman history, and the commune of Ploërdut, which has been awarded the Commune du Patrimoine Rural de Bretagne label.

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.

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 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.

Departure from the Church of Saint-Yon in the village of Locuon in the commune of Ploërdut, in search of the springs of the Aër, a stream that takes its source from several small brooks that feed it and which will be discovered throughout this country walk. The trail is signposted and suggested by the Pays du Roy Morvan Tourist Office. Very often wet and muddy in winter, you'll need to be well equipped to complete this trail, or to enjoy it from mid-April to September when the weather is milder. Don't miss the Chapelle de Notre Dame de la Fosse at the end of the tour.

For having opposed the Regent, the Marquis of Pontcallec was once beheaded. His estate still stretches along the Scorff valley. The paths winding through the state-owned forest and the river’s deep-cut course offer the chance to discover a hidden gem in central Brittany.

After crossing a countryside landscape with fields and hedges on small roads, you enter the woods on trails and small paths, ending up along the small river Scorff, pure Breton nature!

Starting from Guilligomarc'h, this 16km hike follows both banks of the Scorff between Moulin du Stang and Pont Kerlo, passing by the Sainte-Anne-du-Scorff chapel and the old Paou paper mill. It will allow you to discover a beautiful wild river with cool, fast-flowing waters

A walk through the woodlands of Plouay, following the River Scorff, with a detour into the Pont-Callec National Forest, and ending with a stroll through the Plouay Cycle Park.

Le Tro Ploue invites you to explore the paths around the village and between the towns. A nature walk through Manehouarn Park, Bois Coët Fao and the Saint-Sauveur valley. A historical walk to discover religious buildings, crosses, fountains, etc.

Crossing the Domaine de Manehouarn, following the old railway line, through woods and sunken paths, you reach the steep-sided valley of Pontkalleg where the wild and turbulent River Scorff winds its way. A magnificent walk in the heart of nature, exploring local heritage and history.

Starting from Locunel, the Chevreuil (10 km) and Lann Bourgeol (7.3 km) routes – which can be tackled in two stages or in one go – will take you along streams and through woodland to explore the Inguiniel countryside. You’ll be charmed by its characterful houses, Lochrist Chapel, its churchyard and its fountain.