Yeun Elez route around Lake Saint-Michel

For me, it's impossible at this time of year, it's completely swampy in places.
The paths are there, but we tend to use the sides more. That is, if it hasn't rained for a few days.

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Hello, We will be in the area in early October 2026. Do you think this route is suitable for Joëlette wheelchairs, as there are no significant elevation changes? Are the footbridges over the streams in good enough condition? At this time of year, how accessible are the bog areas in general? Thank you in advance (https://joailettes35.jimdofree.com)

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Date of your route : Nov 19, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

High-top shoes soaked by water, it had rained earlier!
A magnificent hike, with a clear view of the lake and varied scenery along the route.

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A very varied walk, with everything from warm sunshine to heavy rain and fairly strong winds.
Many sections of the path are flooded, so high-top shoes are necessary unless you don't mind getting your feet wet
If you feel up to it, don't hesitate to visit the megalithic sites and, above all, push on to the chapel of St Michel de Brasparts, where the view is superb.
On the first part of the walk, there are some very interesting information boards explaining the peat bogs and the surrounding nature.

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Date of your route : Aug 24, 2025
Reliability of the description : Not used / Not applicable
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

Done in sunny weather (~30°C), until the 8th and despite the small road (not very busy) at times, very pleasant for the shade and the heathland here and there.
The footbridge/moorland section is nice from about 8 to 10, but don't plan on taking any long breaks, as the moors stretch as far as the eye can see in the sun.
From point 10 onwards, the route is more conventional, even becoming a road towards the end, and less interesting, except for the slightly easier view of the lake.
We enjoyed having the Saint-Michel mountain chapel as a common thread, which we got closer to and which overlooks the lake in the distance.
This is a walk to try in other seasons to see the variations in the landscape.
PS: we tried the peninsula (as an alternative to extend the walk a little) towards point 4, but it only led to a cornfield, so we don't recommend it (the best view of the lake is still at the start of the walk).

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Date of your route : Jun 24, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A lovely walk, done in dry weather, which made the section through the peat bogs (between points 9 and 10, marked as Youdig on the map) easier. It should be noted that there is no shade in this section, which is about 3.5 km long. The arrival at the small wood under Roch Cleder was a welcome opportunity to rest and have a picnic. I found the tarmac sections a little long (about 2.5 km in total). Otherwise, it's a really pleasant walk, accessible to all, with birdsong for company. We finished with a swim in the lake, but there are no lifeguards, so keep an eye on the children!

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Date of your route : Apr 14, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

Very beautiful landscape, moorland and chapel on high ground.

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Date of your route : Oct 28, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★☆☆ Average
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★☆☆☆ Disappointing
Very busy route : No

Lake Brennilis is pretty, but mainly because of the peat bogs, the hiking trail passes quite far from the lake (and often does not allow you to see it). Above all, when we did the hike (in good weather, at the end of October) at the Roudouhir stream (5), the footbridges were damaged, very slippery and led to a muddy area that made us give up on continuing the hike, which would have required boots rather than simple walking shoes.

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Date of your route : Aug 12, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A magnificent hike in beautiful weather (30°C). Perfect signage.
Despite a few sections on tarmac roads,
there were wonderful views of the lake and peat bogs, with Mont Saint-Michel de Brasparts and its magnificent chapel in the background.

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Date of your route : Apr 22, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

A beautiful route around Lake Saint Michel. With incredible passages over footbridges and lunar landscapes. Superb!!!!

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Date of your route : Mar 15, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Tour of the lake made difficult this season due to bad weather. So muddy and very wet, but easy and accessible to all. Alone in the world in an unusual landscape! Bring your boots and you're good to go! Excellent signage.

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