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Aven (fleuve) walks
Bois d'Amour and Bord de l'Aven
Visorando Member
6.12 mi
+272 ft
-249 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Pont-Aven (Finistère)
In the footsteps of "Gauguin at Nizon" (Christ Vert or "Green Christ") and Trémalo chapel (Christ Jaune or "Yellow Christ")The route follows the forest "Bois d'Amour" and Aven River banks.Return along country paths.
Anse de Poulguin and coastal path via Port Manec'h
7.76 mi
+410 ft
-420 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Névez (Finistère)
There are three distinct sections to this route.At the start, there is a shaded path along the Anse du Poulguin on the karstic cave, followed by a passage through the countryside along small paths and little-used roads to reach the steep coastal path that leads to Port Manec'h, at the mouth of the Aven and Bélon rivers.Return along the banks of the karstic cave.Wooded landscape along the riverbank, which is flooded at high tide.Discover the seaside resort of Port Manec'h, a popular holiday destination since the 1930s.
Along the Belon and the estuary of the Karstic Cave
9.03 mi
+433 ft
-456 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Riec-sur-Belon (Finistère)
Discover the right bank of the Belon and where it meets the Aven, where these two rivers flow into the sea.
Return via quiet country lanes before reaching another cove on the Belon.
Hénan Woods
6.76 mi
+233 ft
-236 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Névez (Finistère)
A hike to discover the old tide mills on the Aven river and the site of the Château du Hénan.
Bois d'Amour, banks of the karstic cave and ruins of Rustéphan from Nizon
7.60 mi
+361 ft
-344 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Pont-Aven (Finistère)
Starting from Place des Grands Chênes in Nizon, walk through the Bois d'Amour and along the banks of the karstic cave to reach the Chapel of Trémalo, passing by the ruins of Rustéphan and ending at the superb Church of Nizon and its calvary.
Along the karstic cave via the Poulguin cove
7.00 mi
+184 ft
-190 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Névez (Finistère)
Wooded route following the banks of the karstic cave, a small coastal river, as well as the Anse de Poulguin and its many branches.
The landscape changes with the tides, so if possible, visit at high tide.
From Pont-Aven to Hénan Castle
4.37 mi
+233 ft
-230 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Pont-Aven (Finistère)
The city of painters is nestled at the bottom of an aber, where the sea becomes a torrential river.
Downstream, the tides create a landscape that varies according to the tidal range. At low tide, mudflats cover a large part of the foreshore, while at high tide, the sea creeps into the heart of the woods, which form a green backdrop to the sea tongues overlooked by ancient pollarded trees. What a pleasure it is to walk here!
Coastal path, countryside and karstic cave estuary starting from Port Manec'h
7.26 mi
+338 ft
-325 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Névez (Finistère)
Three very different but perfectly complementary views of Névez:
The cliffs via the customs officers’ path between Port Manec’h and Rospico; the countryside through the villages and thatched cottages between Kerascoët and Kervren; the banks of the Aven from Anse de Poulguin to its estuary where it joins the Bélon.
Trémor Chapel from Rosbraz
3.59 mi
+207 ft
-177 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Riec-sur-Belon (Finistère)
A walk between land and sea, along the karstic cave with views of the Château du Hénan and the Chapel of Trémor.
Three chapels circuit in Melgven
6.61 mi
+269 ft
-285 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Melgven (Finistère)
A walk in the Melgven countryside, along sunken lanes and small roads, discovering three chapels.
Trégunc - Névez, from Pointe de Kerjean to Port Manec'h
15.85 mi
+482 ft
-469 ft
7h 40
Difficult
Departure from Trégunc (Finistère)
This fairly challenging hike along a magnificent coastline mostly follows the customs officers' path, through moorland, rocks and small beaches. Incursions inland, then, at the end of the journey, a tour of Port Manec'h, port and village, allow you to discover sites typical of the Trégunc and Névez region.
Greenway and Locjean route
7.73 mi
+233 ft
-243 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Rosporden (Finistère)
Walk near the ponds of Rosporden, on the greenway, and return via small paths.
Ponds and the Voie Verte in Rosporden
6.57 mi
+72 ft
-79 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Rosporden (Finistère)
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.
La vallée de l'Aven et la campagne de Melgven
7.80 mi
+410 ft
-417 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Rosporden (Finistère)
La vallée de l'Aven et la campagne de Melgven au départ de Coat Canton à Rosporden.
Countryside and banks of the Aven and Belon rivers via the Port de Rosbraz
6.66 mi
+446 ft
-472 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Riec-sur-Belon (Finistère)
After a peaceful walk along small country roads to discover the Allée Couverte Arc Boutée de Kerantiec, this circuit joins the karstic cave at the Rosbraz marina. The return via the GR®34 overlooks the left bank of the Aven and then the right bank of the Belon, offering views of the opposite bank of each river.
Around Port Manec'h
4.46 mi
+184 ft
-157 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Névez (Finistère)
From the Saint-Nicolas Chapel in the heart of the seaside town of Port Mananec'h, this route descends to the beach, running alongside it at a height before joining the coastal path followed by the GR® 34. After a slightly steep section, the hike continues inland to reach a cove of the Karstic Cave and then the river, which you follow to Port Manec'h.
From Port Manec’h to Trévignon via the coast, the countryside and the banks of the Aven
18.94 mi
+423 ft
-404 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Névez (Finistère)
A long walk along the customs officers’ path, through the countryside, past villages with thatched-roof houses and along the banks of the Aven between Port Manec’h and Trévignon. This can be done as a single walk or as three complementary circular loops of around ten kilometres each (see Practical Information).
From Bélon Castle to Anse de Goulet, Riec
5.41 mi
+289 ft
-289 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Riec-sur-Belon (Finistère)
Explore the banks of the Belon and the karstic cave along the GR®34. If you love coastal walks, you’ll be spoilt for choice. Take the time to admire the panoramic view at Pointe de Penquernèo. Lush vegetation, turquoise water and a breathtaking viewpoint. Ideal for a picnic break.
Greenway, Locjean Chapel, countryside and ponds around Rosporden
9.90 mi
+348 ft
-358 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Rosporden (Finistère)
This route starts on the greenway, a former railway line between Carhaix and Rosporden, before reaching the Locjean Chapel. It continues along sunken lanes, farm tracks and quiet country lanes, taking in picturesque villages in the Rosporden countryside, before returning to the starting point alongside ponds frequented by numerous resident and migratory birds.
Ponds, countryside and greenway around Rosporden
7.03 mi
+164 ft
-174 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Rosporden (Finistère)
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.