Route from Saint-Rivalain to Saint-Adrien

(S/E) From the Saint-Rivalain car park, cross the railway line then turn right onto a wide path lined with oak trees. Continue straight on to the hamlet of Talhouët-Kerdec, where you can admire the old stone buildings.

(1) Turn right twice, then, at the end of the path, keep to the right. Along the way, there’s a viewpoint where you can admire the Blavet valley as well as the villages of Melrand and Quistinic. When you reach the road, turn right.

(2) Cross the railway line, then take the small path on the left. The wooden footbridges allow you to cross the pretty Guervaud stream. Then head up a wide path, turn left and enter the small wood to walk alongside the stream which once powered a small mill. Turn right at the junction. Follow the path and turn left onto a farm track heading towards the hamlet of Saint-Illy.

(3) Turn right and, at the junction where several paths meet, head straight ahead then turn right into a small woodland. You’ll look down on the Moulin de Talhouët, now converted into a private residence. Follow the road for 100 metres and turn left onto a wooded path.

(4) As you emerge from the woods, keep to the left along a small road until you reach the Chapel of Saint-Adrien. Built by the Rohan family in the late^15th century, the chapel has recently been renovated. The Rohan family coat of arms can be seen at the chancel end of the chapel and on the door of the south aisle.

(5) After the chapel, continue along the D327 road to the crossroads and turn right, pass under the railway line and join the towpath.

(6) Take the towpath on your right and pass by the Talhouët Lock.

(7) Carry on and pass through the Tréblavet lock.

(8) Carry on straight ahead until you reach Saint-Rivalain, your starting point (S/E).

“La Petite Pause” restaurant at the start and finish. April to September: fast food. October to March: gourmet cuisine.

Laouen-Blavezh'ti: Lodge and guest room in Saint-Rivalain.

- Former Saint-Rivalain railway station.

Once a port and railway station in the Blavet Valley, Saint-Rivalain was a bustling hub of trade and activity in the^{mid-20th century} . You can still see the station, which has now been converted into a restaurant.
During the summer, you can travel through the Blavet Valley aboard the Napoléon Express and stop off at Saint-Rivalain.

- The Saint-Adrien Chapel was completed in the^16th century. Inside, you’ll find finely carved sand-limestone blocks and a rood screen depicting the twelve apostles. The site also features two fountains, one of which, to the south, is topped by a calvary.

The Blavet is a Breton river that has been channelled for around 57 km between Pontivy and Hennebont. It flows through a lush green valley, ideal for walking, cycling, canoeing or boating. It is a peaceful spot, perfect for enjoying the countryside. You are likely to spot kingfishers and grey herons, as well as numerous dragonflies flitting amongst the irises.