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Gouesnach walks
In the countryside around Gouesnach
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6.54 mi
+75 ft
-66 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Gouesnach (Finistère)
This route, which mainly follows small tree-lined roads, takes you through the countryside around Gouesnach, which is, in places, heavily built-up.
Along the route, you’ll pass the Chapel of Notre-Dame de Vray Secours (1729) and its wooded grounds, as well as the area near the botanical garden at Boutiguéry Castle (there is an admission charge to visit the garden).
Along the banks of the Odet on the Gouesnach side
6.60 mi
+144 ft
-141 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Gouesnach (Finistère)
On the Gouesnac'h side, access to the banks of the Odet is relatively limited. After a stretch through the countryside, this route allows you to follow this coastal river for about 3 km.
Be aware of the tide times: at high tide, the site is only accessible when the tidal coefficient is below 60. For greater safety, it is best to go at low tide.
Towards the Odet via the old Gouesnach botanical trail
5.19 mi
+138 ft
-138 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Gouesnach (Finistère)
A route to two coves on the Odet, passing via a former botanical trail which, unfortunately, is no longer maintained. On the return journey, a lovely walk through a wooded area as you approach the village, which has remained untouched by urban development.
Beg ar Vir nature reserve, Penfoul Cove and Bénodet Tower
5.23 mi
+108 ft
-98 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Clohars-Fouesnant (Finistère)
Starting from the Beg ar Vir nature reserve with its old ferryman’s house, the route runs along both sides of Anse de Penfoul.It crosses Bénodet with its seafront, beach and two harbours.Beautiful views beneath the Cornouaille Bridge.
Family walk at the Vire-Court site
2.56 mi
+377 ft
-397 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Plomelin (Finistère)
This circular loop, mainly through the forest, offers beautiful views of the meandering Odet river and a stunning vista of Kerambleïz Castle perched on the hilltop.
Also worth discovering is the Rossulien Mill, which was restored in 2020 and is now operational (free to visit).
À l'Ouest de Plomelin par le Golf et l'Étang de Kerbernez
6.21 mi
+279 ft
-279 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Plomelin (Finistère)
Passing by the Rossulien site and its mill, then below Kerambleïz Castle which overlooks the Odet, this route continues along a quiet path that runs alongside Kernernez Golf Course to rejoin the banks of the Odet.After going round the Étang de Kerbernez, the return journey takes you through the Plomelin countryside.
Drennec Chapel via the Manoir du Squividan
5.02 mi
+144 ft
-144 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Clohars-Fouesnant (Finistère)
A chapel set within a large wooded enclosure where all is calm and tranquillity, guarded by sculptures carved from tree trunks. These frozen sentinels watch over the chapel and a magnificent fountain dominated by its calvary and Pietà (16th–late 19th century). Taken together, this forms a splendid example of Breton architectural art from times gone by. The nearby Manoir de Squividan is also a fine illustration of this art form.
A countryside walk around the Drennec Chapel
2.91 mi
+69 ft
-79 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Clohars-Fouesnant (Finistère)
A peaceful walk along small country roads. Discover the site of the Drennec Chapel with its magnificent fountain dominated by a calvary. Its vast, tree-lined enclosure, adorned with sculptures carved from tree trunks, offers a place of tranquillity.
Along the route, you’ll pass the Manoir de Squividan, its museum and its grounds, which are free to enter during museum opening hours.
Bénodet Tower
5.32 mi
+69 ft
-66 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Bénodet (Finistère)
Bénodet, Odet estuary and seaside resort. Follow the estuary and then the beach to reach the tip "Pointe de Bénodet", from where you can see the entire south coast. After passing through the town and its camping areas, return to the marina along "Anse de Penfoul".
Roscouré Wood and the right bank of the Odet
6.20 mi
+197 ft
-184 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Combrit (Finistère)
This route will take you through the Bois de Roscouré, a protected natural area managed by the Conservatoire du Littoral, where old fountains and wash houses have been restored to their former glory.
The return journey takes you along the right bank of the Odet as it approaches its estuary. Finish the route with a return trip to the Pont de Cornouaille, where you can enjoy breathtaking views of the river and the port of Bénodet.
Towards the banks of the Odet in Plomelin
5.05 mi
+266 ft
-266 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Plomelin (Finistère)
A pleasant route, mostly wooded, overlooking the banks of the Odet. Pass by the old Rossulien Mill, which has been restored and is located in a beautiful green setting. View of Kerambleiz Castle overlooking the river.
South-east of Plomelin via Anse de Combrit
7.83 mi
+302 ft
-302 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Plomelin (Finistère)
After some lovely stretches through the woods, we follow the Anse de Combrit, one of the Odet’s many coves.
We reach the site of Lestremeur with its pond, fountain, wash house, bread oven and majestic dovecote. We pass the old manor house and follow a small road lined with imposing beech trees.
We’ll walk through the pastures where the horses and ponies from the riding centre graze, before returning to the banks of the Odet.
There is an option to take a detour leading to the Roman baths at Perennou, with a view of the castle.
Walk via the Étang de Kerbernez, one bank of the Odet and the Anse de Kerdour
2.57 mi
+49 ft
-49 ft
1h 15
Easy
Departure from Plomelin (Finistère)
An easy walk, largely in the shade, along the Kerbernez Golf Course, passing by the Trois Tourtes viewpoint. Walking round the pond allows you to watch the mallards darting between the two banks as walkers pass by. The section open from1 April to 30 September offers lovely views of the banks of the Odet. The route is suitable for families, though not for pushchairs.
Please note: the section along the Odet at the ‘4 ’ viewpoint is closed off by a barrier from1 October to 31 March: this is a protected area for wintering birds.
Around Plomelin
6.21 mi
+335 ft
-341 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Plomelin (Finistère)
Route along the banks of the Odet, then around Plomelin: passing the newly renovated Rossulien Mill, with a fine view of Kerambleiz Castle, one of the many castles overlooking this small coastal river.
Surroundings of the village of Plomelin
4.16 mi
+108 ft
-115 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Plomelin (Finistère)
A walk along the western and then north-eastern edges of the village of Plomelin, through a mix of built-up areas and countryside. Several tree-lined paths enhance this route, which is particularly recommended in autumn. Three heritage sites: menhirs, the chapel and the fountain.
The grand tour of Plomelin
12.46 mi
+420 ft
-436 ft
6h 05
Moderate
Departure from Plomelin (Finistère)
Plomelin offers many possible routes starting from the village. Several have already been suggested on Visorando
This longer route aims to give a more comprehensive view of this wooded commune, bordered by the River Odet and rich in heritage.
Banks of the Odet and countryside in Plomelin
7.38 mi
+384 ft
-381 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Plomelin (Finistère)
The route alternates between countryside, the Odet river and wooded areas around Plomelin on the outskirts of Quimper.
Saint-Cadou Cove and its chapel
4.89 mi
+230 ft
-246 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Pleuven (Finistère)
Much of this trail runs alongside the Saint-Cadou cove, where a stream flows into the Odet. The route features two lovely circular loops through the woods and ends at the Saint-Cadou Chapel with its oratory, wayside cross and fountain: the perfect spot for a break._NB__: the starting car park is signposted in the commune of Pleuven but is actually situated right on the boundary between the communes of Pleuven and Gouesnach, within the latter of which the route takes place.
Anse de Saint-Cadou towards Pors Meillou
7.85 mi
+299 ft
-308 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Pleuven (Finistère)
Follow the Anse de Saint-Cadou to reach Pors Meillou on the River Odet: along the way, there are two castles and two chapels.
L'Anse de Kerdour and L'Étang de Kerbernez via the Plomelin countryside
7.69 mi
+302 ft
-312 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Plomelin (Finistère)
Discover the soothing natural landscapes along the banks of a bend in the Odet.
L’Étang de Kerbernez, on a tributary of the river, offers a peaceful stroll through wooded surroundings.
Paths through the woods enhance this route.
Around the village of Combrit through small woods and along the riverbank
3.21 mi
+112 ft
-131 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Combrit (Finistère)
This short 5 km route (which flies by) around the village of Combrit can be completed by keen walkers in under an hour. However, thesecond half of the route encourages you to take your time, thanks to the varied landscape (wooded paths, the banks of Combrit Cove, wash houses, etc.). This route is not difficult and is suitable for both casual walkers and hikers.
Combrit between two coves
10.14 mi
+240 ft
-253 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Combrit (Finistère)
This varied route, which is not difficult, starts in the village of Combrit and winds its way along the banks of the Anse de Combrit (which flows into the Odet), those of the Anse du Pouldon (with a view of Île Chevalier at Pont-l’Abbé), small woods and the countryside. Here you will find peace and quiet, a variety of flora and wading birds.
The tour of the Bois de Roscouré from Combrit
6.80 mi
+118 ft
-138 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Combrit (Finistère)
From the village of Combrit, whose church in 1675 was the starting point of the Revolt of the Stamped Paper, known as the “Red Caps” revolt, against the new taxes levied by King Louis XIV, follow the wide path along the western edge of the Bois de Roscouré, part of the Conservatoire du littoral. After passing under the Cornouaille bridge, continue a little further to discover the mouth of the Odet.The return journey follows the eastern edge, bordered by the river and its various inlets.
From Sainte-Marine to Saint-Vennec via the polder and the wash houses
7.14 mi
+98 ft
-79 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Combrit (Finistère)
This route passes through numerous wetlands. The ten or so fountains and wash houses visited are, with one exception, maintained by the Mein ha Dour association with the support of the local council. Woodland and undergrowth alternate with a few tarmac sections. Some sections are not signposted. The Chapel of La Clarté (Saint-Vennec) and the farms at Roscanvel and Le Creac’h are of particular interest.
Kergaouen route
2.81 mi
+72 ft
-72 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Clohars-Fouesnant (Finistère)
This short walk begins in a pretty woodland on the edge of the Golf de l’Odet and heads deeper into the forest after skirting a field. On the way back, you follow the course of a small stream and cross it via a series of footbridges before returning to the golf course car park.
Kermor - Île Tudy
6.36 mi
+92 ft
-92 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Combrit (Finistère)
From the Kermor car park, Île Tudy and the Kermor polders.
Polder route via the Notre-Dame-de-la-Clarté Chapel
6.60 mi
+108 ft
-108 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Combrit (Finistère)
Route in a protected natural area (polder) and passage by the Notre-Dame-de-la-Clarté Chapel.
From the Combrit Polder to the Port of Sainte-Marine
6.10 mi
+108 ft
-112 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Combrit (Finistère)
A circular walk that takes you to little-visited spots in the countryside and the unspoilt Combrit headland, at the mouth of the Odet.A picturesque view of Bénodet from the Port of Sainte-Marine, returning via the bridle path through the polder.
Around the Combrit Polder
8.07 mi
+95 ft
-95 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Combrit (Finistère)
Walk along the Combrit Polder to reach Île Tudy after passing the solitary menhir at Treustel.Walk along the wide Teven beach to return via the lovely straight stretch of the bridle path.
Étang du Corroac'h circuit
6.86 mi
+279 ft
-285 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Plomelin (Finistère)
After passing the Lestremeur site, with its manor house and dovecote, continue through wooded areas to reach the Étang du Corroac'h. The return journey is via the greenway and then country lanes.
Combrit Cove and the Lestremeur site
5.19 mi
+213 ft
-184 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Plomelin (Finistère)
A route through the woods along the Anse de Combrit and the banks of the Odet, passing through the Lestremeur site: manor house, dovecote, fountain and bread oven.
Return via small roads lined with majestic beech trees.
Discover the Roman baths at Pérennou
6.46 mi
+325 ft
-308 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Plomelin (Finistère)
After walking through the countryside and along the Odet, visit the Roman baths at Le Perennou, which were restored in 2011, then return via the Lestremeur site and along Anse de Combrit.
Anses du Petit Moulin and Groasguen
4.37 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Bénodet (Finistère)
A peaceful walk and a beautiful discovery of the Petit Moulin and Groasguen coves leading to the Mer Blanche, a lagoon located behind the Dune Domaniale de Mousterlin. These coves are wintering grounds for Brent geese.
Kerbernez Pond and the banks of the Odet
5.64 mi
+308 ft
-308 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Plomelin (Finistère)
This route along the Anse de Kerdour and then the bank of the Odet allows you to explore the Étang de Kerbernez, a popular spot for mallards, as well as the surroundings of the Kerbernez Golf Course.
Views of Kerdour Castle, Kerbernez Manor, not to mention the Trois Tourtes site and its legend.