From the chapel of Sainte-Avoye to Saint-Goustan

Starting from Le Bono, this hike will allow you to discover the coastline of the Bras du Bono to the chapel of Saint-Avoye. Then, crossing the countryside, you will pass along the Bras de l'Auray river to Saint-Goustan.
There is little road and a pretty path along the two rivers (on the right side of the Gulf of Morbihan).
Moderator's message: route modified on 21/06/2023 from 5 to follow theGR® and avoid the Kerplouz high school, which is private property (fence in place).

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
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    Distance: 13.97 km
  • ◔
    Average duration: 4h 05 
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    Difficulty: Moderate

  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
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    Ascent: + 46 m
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    Descent: - 52 m

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    Highest point: 34 m
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    Lowest point: 1 m

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Description of the walk

Departure from the car park at the town hall in Le Bono.

(S/E) Head towards the old bridge and cross it.

(1) At the end of the bridge, turn right along the Bono river.

(2) The path along the water's edge goes around the Govillo bend and climbs up to Sainte-Avoye.

(3) Turn left and follow theGR® and the path. Cross the village, with its beautiful 16th-century chapel and a lovely fountain behind it.
Then head towards Lann Er Villin (Le Bono-Auray).

(4) Follow theGR® on the left until you reach the road (be careful when crossing) and turn slightly right opposite.

(5) Turn right onto the GR®. Cross the first paved road, then at the second, turn right to leave the Lycée Kerplouz property.

(6) Go under the four-lane RD 101 bridge and immediately turn left. Take the path that follows theGR® and arrives at the heights of St Goustan near the cemetery, then descend to the port.

(7) When you reach the Auray river, turn right and head back up to the Port de Saint-Goustan (port of Auray). Very lively in the summer, with beautiful old houses and a few shops.
The return journey follows the River Auray, retracing your steps. Follow the riverbank, but be careful at high tide as the path is closed due to flooding.
You will arrive at the Bono bridge.

(1) Cross back over and head back up to the town hall car park (S/E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : km 0 - alt. 20 m - Car park at Le Bono town hall
  2. 1 : km 0.41 - alt. 11 m - Head towards - Vieux pont du Bono
  3. 2 : km 1.95 - alt. 7 m - Anse de Govillo
  4. 3 : km 3.55 - alt. 2 m - Turn left and follow the GR°°®°° and the path - Bono (rivière)
  5. 4 : km 5.34 - alt. 24 m - Follow the GR°°®°° on the left until you reach the road
  6. 5 : km 5.78 - alt. 34 m - Rd101-Turn slightly right opposite
  7. 6 : km 7.17 - alt. 26 m - Four-lane bridge
  8. 7 : km 8.34 - alt. 3 m - Turn right to go back up to the port - Auray (rivière)
  9. S/E : km 13.97 - alt. 20 m - Car park at Le Bono town hall

Notes

Please note that during high tide, the section from Saint Goustan back to Le Bono is susceptible to flooding.
Be sure to check the tide times before venturing out on this route:
http://www.horaire-maree.fr/maree/Auray_...

Worth a visit

Discover the old bridge at Le Bono.
The chapel of Sainte-Avoye.
Nearby, the Château de Kerisper.
The port of Saint-Goustan (port of Auray).

Always be cautious and plan ahead when you're outdoors. Visorando and the author of this route cannot be held responsible for any accidents occurring on this route.

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

Reviews and comments

4.7 / 5
Based on 38 reviews

Reliability of the description
4.7 / 5
Ease of following the route
4.7 / 5
Route interest
4.7 / 5
jfcastelain
jfcastelain

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Oct 06, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

Nice route, but we'll take it in the opposite direction to find a decent spot for a picnic.

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Louise ESVAN
Louise ESVAN

Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 16, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

Lovely walk

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ggb33
ggb33

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 01, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A lovely discovery in the region

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cuny josé
cuny josé

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

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

A very pretty, well-marked trail. Only one regret: the chapel is closed in the morning and afternoon.

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helene.bernaldez
helene.bernaldez

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 13, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

It was a lovely walk, including a guided tour of the magnificent Chapelle Sainte Avoye!

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Bellenger
Bellenger

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jul 29, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

The signposting was redone 2 years ago and we had a few difficulties in certain places.
Very nice walk

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Le Carrer Sylvie
Le Carrer Sylvie

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : May 06, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A beautiful walk along the coastal path leading from Le Bono to Saint Goustan, making a nice loop. Very easy to follow thanks to the explanations. Don't miss the old Bono bridge, which can only be crossed on foot, and the pretty port of Saint Goustan with its medieval houses.

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Petnash
Petnash
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Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : May 06, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A beautiful and varied route along the banks of the two rivers, in the middle of the Aurays countryside, under a beautiful sky with a few gentle clouds, a little wind and pleasant cool temperatures. Campervans will leave from the car park not far from the Kernouz tumulus (a bonus feature of the walk), as coaches and vans are not allowed in the town. The remains of the oyster-farming industry are one of the highlights of the local heritage. Read the signs, which will explain the origin of all the piles of tiles you see on the banks. You'll understand why they haven't been cleared away! 🤗

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marche quimper
marche quimper

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 15, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : Yes

Quite easy, the paths are fairly flat, and there are some pretty spots to discover.

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jules retour
jules retour

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Feb 19, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

The passage between no. 5 and no. 6 along the voiix express is no longer possible.
Fences installed in several places.

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Fabrice56
Fabrice56

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Dec 05, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

more frequented on the GR34 section than on the yellow markings, very nice walk.
Wear "waterproof" shoes as there are parts that are very close to the water, especially at high tide, but it's worth it.

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mikelitos
mikelitos

Hello,
Please tell me how difficult it is to follow the signs for this walk, which is not signposted.
Enjoy your walk in the region

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francoise SALLES 81
francoise SALLES 81

Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 24, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★☆☆ Average
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A very nice walk, but the signposting needs improving, fortunately we had a GPS...

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Mike95
Mike95

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jul 29, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

To kick off our holiday, we're starting with this beautiful walk. This is the 4th time we've done this route. Between the old bridge at Le Bono, the nature cemetery, the wide bays of the River Auray, the historic port of Saint-Goustan d'Auray, the chapel of Saint-Avoye and the boat cemetery, the scenery is varied and very pleasant.

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marifran
marifran

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 09, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Between points 5 and 6, don't follow the path description or the map. After going round the Kerplouz secondary school and down to the river, a fence has just been erected to prevent passage.
At the lycée, follow the signs (yellow and GR).
Superb walk. Excellent restaurant at the port of Saint-Goustan.
Description and route on the map to be modified.

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