Anse de Tréfeuntec route

This route can be split into two complementary loops:
- the first part follows the coastal path through the "Pointe de Tréfeuntec".
- the second crosses the dune belt to reach the chapel "Chapelle Sainte-Anne La Palud".
In both cases, beautiful views over the bay "Baie of Douarnenez".

Technical sheet

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
  • ↔
    Distance: 9.75 km
  • ◔
    Average duration: 3h 15 
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    Difficulty: Moderate

  • ⚐
    Return to departure point: Yes
  • ↗
    Vertical gain: + 174 m
  • ↘
    Vertical drop: - 172 m

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    Highest point: 58 m
  • ▼
    Lowest point: 3 m

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Description of the walk

Anse de Tréfeuntec car park
Yellow PR® signposting

(S/E) From the car park where you'll find the stele in memory of "Jean Marie Le Bris, aviation pioneer", take the uphill road (one-way street), then turn right through the hamlet of Tréfeuntec. Follow the small road towards the beach "Plage de Kervel", leaving the road signposted "Pointe de Tréfeuntec" on your right. Continue along this road, ignoring another on the left.

(1) At the signpost, turn right and head downhill towards the coastal path. Enjoy a short round trip to this point (beautiful view of the cliffs, in full bloom from May onwards).

Marking GR®34 : White and Red + Marking PR® Yellow

(2) At the signpost, take the coastal path to the Pointe de Tréfeuntec car park. Don't hesitate to leave the coastal path for a short round trip to this point, which offers a view of the bottom of the bay "Baie de Douarnenez". Continue along the GR®34, paying careful attention to the new safety features. Reach the "Pointe de Beg an Ty Garde". Here too, a short round trip offers a fine view of the beach "Plage de Sainte-Anne" and the "Pointe de Tal Ar Grip" in the background.

(3) Continue along the coastal path overlooking "Anse de Tréfeuntec", where the Lapic river flows. This forested section has a few less easy sections. Reach the starting car park.

(S/E) Cross it and continue left along the GR® which, at the start, overlooks the cove.
Descend to the sand, continue around the houses and reach the hotel "Hôtel de la Plage".

(4) Follow the path that crosses the dune zone to the north. This is a protected natural area, so keep to the marked path to avoid damaging the vegetation.
You can also go along the beach, or alternate between the two.

Yellow PR® markings (very few on the dunes)

(5) At Tréguer Vihan, let the GR® continue and turn right to cross the parking area. At the top, turn right and at the bottom, look for a yellow PR® marker.

(6) Continue South-East. Beware, the multitude of paths does not simplify the task. Note the clear view of the beach. Pass the only visible tree in the middle of the dune (a pine) and turn left to reach the top of the dune, overlooking the chapel.

(7) Go down the grassy median to reach the chapel.
Be careful, there are no signs on this part of the path. Keep to the path, which gradually slopes towards the top of the dune. The chapel bell tower is only visible from the top of the dune.

(8) If the chapel is open, take the opportunity to visit it: several information panels explain the origins of this important pilgrimage in Brittany. On leaving the chapel, cross the road to the fountain. Then cross the same road and turn left onto a wide grassy path surrounded by hedges, which leads down to a car park.
Cross the parking area and walk around the "Hôtel de la Plage".

(4) Take a path on the left which climbs up to reach the hamlet of Camézen.

(9) Follow the small road to the left and, at the next intersection, turn right to return to the Anse de Tréfeuntec parking lot (S/E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : km 0 - alt. 5 m - Anse de Tréfeuntec car park
  2. 1 : km 1.11 - alt. 58 m - Beacon post
  3. 2 : km 2.12 - alt. 24 m - Junction with the GR34
  4. 3 : km 3.91 - alt. 9 m - Pointe de Beg an Ty Garde
  5. 4 : km 5.17 - alt. 5 m - Entrance to the dune massif
  6. 5 : km 6.14 - alt. 7 m - Tréguer Vihan
  7. 6 : km 6.49 - alt. 10 m - Yellow PR beacon
  8. 7 : km 7.19 - alt. 45 m - Top of the dune
  9. 8 : km 7.46 - alt. 30 m - Chapel of Saint-Anne La Palud
  10. 9 : km 8.55 - alt. 37 m - Camézen hamlet
  11. S/E : km 9.75 - alt. 5 m - Anse de Tréfeuntec car park

Practical information

Note Benches and picnic tables near the starting car park.
Other parking possible before the beach or near the chapel.
Toilets at the parking lot after the (5)

Difficult Sections The trickier sections between the (3) and the car park led me to classify this hike as medium, as did the section over the dunes after the (5), where the multitude of routes can be confusing.

Alternative path If you can't get to the beach at the start of the second loop, follow the route through the hamlet of Gamézen in the opposite direction.

In the nearby area

 Always stay careful and alert while following a route. Visorando and the author of this walk cannot be held responsible in the event of an accident during this route.

The GR® and PR® markings are the intellectual property of the Fédération Française de Randonnée Pédestre.

Reviews and comments

4.6 / 5
Based on 20 reviews

Reliability of the description
4.8 / 5
Clarity of route map
4.5 / 5
Route interest
4.7 / 5
Trotti
Trotti

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : Aug 25, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : No

A very pretty walk with varied landscapes, cliffs, dunes, etc. Easy, with the option of doing just one of the two loops.

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Poustache93
Poustache93

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of walk : Aug 12, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : Yes

Lovely walk with magnificent views of the sea and countryside. Really 2 different and complete circuits! The 2nd part was easier (fairly flat). We had lunch on the benches facing the bay (so we could leave our snacks in the car!) The church was open and we were able to visit it! What luck!
Be careful between 6 and 7 to follow the tracks on the phone, as there aren't many signs! And at point 8, after the fountain, don't cross the road again !!! The grassy path is right there !
That's it ! Otherwise a sunny hike ☀️ as always in Brittany 👍
Thanks to those who open the paths for us !

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mariepomma
mariepomma

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of walk : Jan 21, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : No

Nice varied walk. At the start of the 2nd part, don't take the GR but stay on the river bank if it's low tide; the passage in front of the hotel is a bit rough (gullies). The last section, which is compulsory at high tide, is less pleasant.
Apart from these few details, the route is very well laid out and full of interesting sights.

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ptbt57
ptbt57

Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of walk : Apr 14, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Busy trail : Yes

On one side the beach and the dunes, which are a great pleasure to walk along, and on the other side the cretes with their magnificent scenery.
Very nice walk that I recommend

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crisg29
crisg29

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of walk : Feb 11, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Busy trail : Yes

Magnificent walk in sunny weather. I rediscovered the places of my childhood. What's more, we were lucky enough to be able to enter the church of Ste Anne la Palud. It's superb, well maintained and beautifully decorated with flowers. I recommend this walk ++

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jjmangier
jjmangier

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : Apr 20, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : No

A very nice walk with a wide variety of landscapes on the 2 loops. We arrived quite early in the morning at the practically empty start car park (which was no longer the case in the late afternoon), the ocean was at low tide and the cove was very misty, giving it a mysterious atmosphere. We started with the northern loop (the beach and dunes circuit), and as the tide was out we passed by the beach (a few people were out for their morning jog). We missed point 5 (we realised we'd made a mistake at Ile Salgren) and retraced our steps. The car park between points 5 and 6 is well equipped (with dry toilets). As indicated in the description, the passage through the dunes is not easy because of the multitude of paths, but you can find your way at the top of the dune thanks to the bell tower of the chapel. Ste Anne's chapel is well worth a visit. We then headed straight back to the start car park without passing through the hamlet of Camézen. We had a picnic at the car park (there are toilets and water available). We then continued on the south-west loop. As indicated in the description, the first two points offer a fine view of the Bay of Douarnenez and the tip of Beg an Ty Garde and the beautiful scenery of Ste Anne beach. The return to the car park via the wooded section is less easy in places but no major difficulties.
We really recommend this walk, thanks to the author.

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LLP
LLP

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : Aug 01, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : No

A very pleasant, well-balanced route with 2 very different sections. In just a short distance, a beautiful approach to the head of Douarnenez Bay. At the very end of the walk, it is possible to dispense with the diversions to Camezen (tide permitting).

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Lo59
Lo59

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : Aug 14, 2019
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good

Beautiful walk, the sea, the dunes, the forest... and there is indeed a difficulty at the level of the passage in the forest, especially when the ground is wet, it is necessary to be vigilant...

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Francou38
Francou38

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of walk : Jun 20, 2019
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good

Very nice walk, full of flowers,
calm, beautiful landscapes

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Fabrice TENDRON
Fabrice TENDRON

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : Jun 29, 2019
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good

Hello,
It's a very nice walk, with lots of variety and beautiful scenery. Worth doing.

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Ewelsicl
Ewelsicl

Overall rating : 3 / 5

Date of walk : Mar 18, 2019
Reliability of the description : ★★★☆☆ Average
Clarity of route map : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★☆☆☆ Disappointing

Too many traffic-free roads

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Yann PLAIS
Yann PLAIS

Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of walk : Feb 05, 2019
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Clarity of route map : ★★★☆☆ Average
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good

The 2nd loop (dune) is less interesting, but still enjoyable.

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Sobichiffon
Sobichiffon

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of walk : Oct 14, 2018
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good

We only did the first loop: a nice little one-hour walk, unfortunately in the rain! The first part on the road is a little uninteresting, but once you're on the GR 34 it's breathtaking. The entrance to the Tréfeuntec cove is also very picturesque. Very good directions, easy to follow.

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pitchoun
pitchoun

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : Sep 04, 2018
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good

This is an easy walk with magnificent views over the bay of Douarnenez and the Crozon peninsula, especially on such a sunny day.
There's plenty to see, and there are plenty of picnic tables along the way.
Just a little rough going through the woods before returning to the car park.

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idVisoRando92
idVisoRando92

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : Aug 20, 2018
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good

Another superb walk, combining beautiful scenery, Breton traditions and the region's material heritage. Sainte Anne La Palud: a must-see!

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