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Châteaulin walks
Canal route departing from the former station
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6.09 mi
+272 ft
-253 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Châteaulin (Finistère)
Set off on foot along the former Châteaulin-Carhaix railway line, overlooking the still-canalised Aulne river, continue along an old Roman road, then follow the towpath of the Nantes-Brest Canal to discover the heart of Châteaulin at the end of the route.
Along the Aulne in Châteaulin
6.72 mi
+318 ft
-299 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Châteaulin (Finistère)
With the River Aulne, in its final stretch before the sea, as our guide, let’s set off to explore Port-Launay, a former river port. Let’s follow the towpath and then climb up to the Notre-Dame Chapel, which offers a view of Châteaulin, before returning to the river.
Saint-Laurent Chapel and Aulne Canal from Saint-Coulitz
5.83 mi
+449 ft
-479 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Saint-Coulitz (Finistère)
Hike along small roads, paths and towpaths to discover Saint-Coulitz, its religious heritage and the beauty of the surrounding nature.
Saint-Sébastien route
6.21 mi
+295 ft
-285 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Port-Launay (Finistère)
Route in the countryside and along the banks of the Aulne, the last canalised section of the Nantes-Brest Canal.
Discover Saint-Sébastien Chapel.
In the woods of Saint-Gildas between the chapel and the wind turbines.
6.57 mi
+725 ft
-728 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Cast (Finistère)
From the clearing surrounded by beech, chestnut and cypress trees, discover the long Saint-Gildas Chapel and, a little further down, its associated fountain, then venture into the Saint-Gildas woods overlooking the Châteaulin valley. Continue through this area where there are numerous wind turbines.The long climb up the old Châteaulin-Quimper Roman road may leave you panting before you reach the bare heights of Ménez Quelc'h.
Currently being revised
Rosconnec marsh route via the Sant-Dispar Chapel
5.92 mi
+830 ft
-830 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Dinéault (Finistère)
From the beautiful green setting where the Sant-Dispar Chapel nestles, flanked by its calvary and fountain, you can reach the protected area of the Rosconnec marshes at the confluence of the Aulne and its tributary, the Douffine, through the undergrowth.
These meadows, which are flooded at high tide, are protected areas for the aquatic phragmite, a small passerine bird measuring 12 to 13 cm in length and weighing 10 to 14 g. This species is one of the birds protected by the European Commission.
Aulne towpath and Notre-Dame de Kerluan Chapel
7.05 mi
+243 ft
-243 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Châteaulin (Finistère)
Let's take a leisurely stroll along the canalised Aulne for about 6 km, passing three locks. Then let's head back up small roads towards the Notre-Dame de Kerluan Chapel. Let's climb a little further to finally descend back down to the banks of the Aulne.
Around the logging trails of Aulne by the Vieux-Bourg
7.09 mi
+312 ft
-331 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Lothey (Finistère)
Make your way gently along the the Aulne following the logging trail. Views over the lock keepers’ houses located on the other side. Passage through the Vieux-Bourg and its St-They church, the birthplace of the parish of Lothey until 1846.
Via the towpath and the highest point at Lothey
5.37 mi
+495 ft
-518 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Lothey (Finistère)
This little-used route descends towards the towpath of the channelled Aulne and follows the river, lined with beautiful ash trees.After the somewhat noisy stretch under the N165 bridge, the route continues along quiet country lanes and several grassy paths to reach the highest point in the commune of Lothey (166 m), offering a sweeping panorama of the Châteaulin basin which separates the Monts d’Arrée from the Montagnes Noires.Finish with a return trip to the wash house and the Saint-Fiacre fountain.
From the Chapel of Guénily along the banks of the Aulne and through the countryside
6.71 mi
+499 ft
-472 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Pleyben (Finistère)
Starting from the little chapel at Guénily, a peaceful route between the banks of the channelled Aulne (Nantes-Brest Canal) and the countryside.Sweeping views over the Montagnes Noires.
Gouézec route starting from Pont-Coblant
7.22 mi
+344 ft
-331 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Gouézec (Finistère)
The towpath of the canalised Aulne and its two locks, small roads leading to the rural village of Gouézec offering views of the Monts d’Arrée, and a return to Pont-Coblant via paths through the countryside.Along the route, discover a beautiful covered walkway.
Route of the canalised Aulne river starting from Pont-Coblant
6.56 mi
+502 ft
-486 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Gouézec (Finistère)
After a gentle walk along the Nantes–Brest Canal, you’ll climb slightly into the countryside, where you’ll have a bird’s-eye view of the Aulne, the Montagnes Noires and the Monts d’Arrée.You’ll return to your starting point after walking along small country roads and sunken lanes.
Pont-Coblant is located about 5 km from Pleyben via the D785 towards Briec.
Along the canalised Aulne
7.47 mi
+23 ft
-23 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Gouézec (Finistère)
Starting from Pont Coblant, a route along the canalised Aulne, following the towpath and returning via the back towpath.
Best time of year: from early spring onwards.
Passing by La Roche du Feu
6.03 mi
+673 ft
-659 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Gouézec (Finistère)
The route passes by the Roche du Feu (Karreg an Tan), the highest point of the Montagnes Noires (281m).
Chapels of Briec and the Ménez-Roc'h-Meur site
6.55 mi
+561 ft
-558 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Landrévarzec (Finistère)
A countryside route to discover three chapels, all situated in remarkable locations.
The chapel at Saint-Venec is particularly well known for its calvary and its majestic fountain.
The route also leads to Ménez-Roc'h-Meur, from where the view stretches across the entire Bay of Douarnenez.
Karreg an Tan (Roche au Feu) and the countryside around Gouézec
6.27 mi
+814 ft
-837 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Gouézec (Finistère)
Two loops in Gouézec: at an altitude of 279 m, one of the highest points in the Montagnes Noires, the Karreg an Tan summit offers a beautiful 360° panorama of the Aulne valley, the Monts d'Arrée and the Bay of Douarnenez.Its name comes from the fact that, during the Norman invasions in the 9th century, a lookout would light a fire there to warn the population, which could be seen from across the Châteaulin basin. Back at the car park, a second loop leads through the countryside in the lower part of Gouézec.
Circuit du nouveau bourg de Quimerc'h vers Kostalan
4.52 mi
+554 ft
-571 ft
2h 35
Moderate
Departure from Pont-de-Buis-lès-Quimerch (Finistère)
Découvrez la campagne de Quimerc'h à partir du nouveau bourg jusqu'au village typique de Kostalan. Cette promenade offre de beaux points de vues sur le Menez Hom, Rumengol et la rade de Brest. Itinéraire équilibré entre chemins creux, chemins d'exploitation et petites routes tranquilles.
The Kergoat route via Locronan
6.90 mi
+430 ft
-417 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Quéménéven (Finistère)
Countryside route along sunken paths connecting Kergoat Chapel to the town of Locronan and back along the Forêt du Duc.
On the heights of Ménez Hellen
4.35 mi
+427 ft
-404 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Edern (Finistère)
Starting in the Edern countryside, this hilly route leads through woods to one of the ridges of the Montagnes Noires and one of the highest points, offering extensive views over the west of the Châteaulin Basin to the sea.
The route takes you through the "Jardin Picart", a botanical garden on the side of a rocky moor, the result of a long-term project by an enthusiast.
Discover the heritage of two chapels, a fountain, a wash house and an old wicker-making workshop.
The Kergoat Route
5.95 mi
+282 ft
-282 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Quéménéven (Finistère)
Countryside route offering views of the Notre Dame de Kergoat Chapel (16th century, famous for Jules Breton's painting "Le Pardon de Kergoat" 1891, on display at the Quimper Museum of Fine Arts.
Pass by the fountain and the edge of the Forêt du Duc.
The Leopards’ Route in Le Faou
2.36 mi
+30 ft
-30 ft
1h 05
Easy
Departure from Le Faou (Finistère)
Set off to explore the Petite Cité de Caractère with this urban walking route known as the Léopards!
On foot, by bike, on a scooter, or with a pushchair!
Signposted with bronze studs bearing the town’s coat of arms (the leopard) and additional blue markings.
Urban route and green spaces in Briec
3.46 mi
+187 ft
-190 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Briec (Finistère)
Urban route in Briec and discovery of several green spaces: Anita Conti Park with its fitness and orienteering trail, the future 8.7-hectare urban forest where 7,500 trees have been planted since 2024. The route offers several benches for resting and areas with children's games and picnic tables.
Hent Glaz (the Briec tower)
6.24 mi
+325 ft
-315 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Briec (Finistère)
The Hent Glaz route (the Briec tour) showcases the surrounding countryside and the wetlands and wooded areas of Briec through streams and warrens. You will discover panoramic views towards Landudal and Edern, a passage close to the Manoir de la Boissière, Anita Conti Park, the heights of Briec de l'Odet, then the future urban forest of 7,000 newly planted trees and beautiful meadows and wetlands that will remind you of a bayou. Don't be surprised if you come across a deer or see a buzzard hovering above you in the unspoilt, natural vegetation, which is rich in biodiversity.
Circulars between Briec and Le Merdy
6.13 mi
+522 ft
-518 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Briec (Finistère)
South of Briec, come and discover the Merdy countryside. Walk along the Langelin River where you may find a few trout fishermen. Finally, walk along the grounds of Manoir de la Boissière and cross its woods.
Countryside south of Edern and west of Briec.
4.63 mi
+269 ft
-259 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Edern (Finistère)
A semi-rural route south of Edern via the Chapel of Notre-Dame de Lannien, one of six chapels in the commune and the only one in the south, then near Château de la Boissière, which had its heyday during the lifetime of Jean Edern Hallier.The route then takes in the western side of Briec, where the sports and cultural facilities and schools are concentrated.
Note: This route mainly follows small country roads and streets in the urbanised area.
Campagne et patrimoine à Edern
6.86 mi
+466 ft
-459 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Edern (Finistère)
The route takes you along small country roads and a few paths, allowing you to discover the local heritage: a chapel, a cross, the remains of an ancient abbey and a monumental fountain saved from oblivion in 2023 by the Edern Histoire et Patrimoine association.
On the heights of Locronan
4.95 mi
+653 ft
-636 ft
2h 50
Moderate
Departure from Locronan (Finistère)
Along beautiful paths through the woods and small roads, this route takes you up the Montagne de Locronan, where the little Chapelle ar Sonj chapel is located, an essential stop on the various troménies: viewpoint over Locronan and the entire Porzay region from Ménez Hom to the Bay of Douarnenez. The route continues down into the woods to the imposing Chapelle Saint-Thélau chapel, before returning via the historic centre of Locronan.
Around and in Locronan
3.36 mi
+367 ft
-361 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Locronan (Finistère)
This short route takes you through the north-western part of the Locronan countryside with its beautiful sunken paths and passes by some of the iconic sites of this village, which is classified as a "Petite Cité de caractère de France" (Small Town of Character in France): the Manoir de Kerguénolé, the Chapelle Notre-Dame de Bonne Nouvelle and, of course, the central square with the Église Saint-Ronan.
Let yourself be guided through the many narrow streets.
Via the Locronan mountain
5.95 mi
+666 ft
-676 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Locronan (Finistère)
From the lively village of Locronan, climb the mountain that overlooks it, offering a beautiful panorama from the Bay of Douarnenez to the last peak of the Black Mountains, Ménez Hom (330 m).A beautiful descent takes you back to the countryside and its sunken paths to return to the heart of the former weavers' town.