Gourlizon walks

In the countryside around Plogastel-Saint-Germain, this short route mainly follows paths lined with wooded embankments and passes through small woods and wetlands, which can be crossed via a long wooden walkway. During the walk, you will discover an old bread oven saved at the last minute, an old farmhouse and a well-maintained wash house.

This route, along small roads and wooded paths, largely combines two small routes around the village of Plogastel-Saint-Germain: Wooded circular in Plogastel-Saint-Germain. - Around the village of Plogastel-Saint-Germain via the Bois du Quilliou (in the opposite direction).

Route in rolling countryside mainly devoted to livestock farming, where the River Goyen has its source. Through wooded areas and along small country roads, this route takes you to two manor houses and a chapel in a rural setting. Its fountain, located at the bottom of a wild valley, is accessed by a staircase of 80 steps. NB: some sections are tricky since Storm Ciaran.

This short route takes you around the village of Plogastel-Saint-Germain, located on high ground (112 m). The Saint-Pierre church and its tall bell tower can be seen from afar. Part of the route passes through the Quilliou deciduous forest.

Following the former Quimper-Douarnenez railway line at times, take a detour to discover the Saint-Thégonnec Chapel and its fountain inside. Return to the village of Guengat via small country roads.

This hilly route covers part of the long route that goes around the commune of Pouldergat, taking its south-eastern section. It follows a section of the River Goyen, which is still only a modest stream, and returns through the countryside.

The Mills Route circles the town for about 27 km. This section runs through the countryside along sunken paths and shaded valleys, and along small roads in the second part. In the past, there were several mills on the many streams.

From the valley where the Ruisseau du Ris flows, passing through the edge of the Bois de Nevet, this route, alternating between paths and small country roads, allows you to discover the small Chapelle Sainte-Brigitte, isolated in its green setting.A short stretch on the Voie Verte reminds you of the former railway line that operated from 1884 to 1988.

After visiting the church, famous for its statue of Saint Michael slaying a hideous devil, head for the Bois du Névet, where theGR®38trail takes us. Continue through the Névet valley, which offers beautiful views of the Juch countryside and the Bay of Douarnenez. Finish this circular on the Voie Verte, where information panels tell you about the bocage and wetlands.

The route alternates between small country roads and numerous sunken paths in wooded areas.Passes by the Saint-Anne Fountain (1743) and part of the botanical trail near the water catchment protection area.The rest of the route follows various valleys where mills were once located.

This route in the countryside of Plogastel-Saint-Germain mainly follows small roads. Along the route, a highlight of the religious heritage is the Saint-Germain Chapel, one of the few in the region to have a parish enclosure with a Gothic-style triumphal arch. Also along the route are a beautiful bread oven and wash house currently being restored, a menhir and the Moulin Neuf, a well-preserved building among the old mills on the Pont-l'Abbé River.

Discover the Goyen river and its valley via sunken paths and woodland.

Starting from the beautiful Saint-Pierre Chapel, this route ventures into the Bois du Névet, a deciduous forest. The route follows paths along the edge of the forest, a few sections of wide forest lanes and, towards the end, a wilder path above the Manoir du Névet estate. In summer, you will appreciate the shaded route and in autumn, the colours of the foliage.

This route follows the route of the old Quimper - Douarnenez railway line.Along the way, take a short detour to pass through the village of Le Juch and cross Douarnenez along the seafront.

Starting from the small village of Kerlaz, descend into the Névet valley, a small river that flows into the sea at Plage du Ry (or Ris) in Douarnenez.Climb back up this valley to reach the edge of the Bois du Névet, which you will skirt around, then descend back to Kerlaz.A relatively hilly and wooded route.

An easy, unmarked route through peaceful countryside, mostly on quiet minor roads.

Countryside route overlooking the Kerganapé stream and its mills.

Let's climb Locronan Mountain, where we will have a view of the Porzay basin and Douarnenez Bay. Along the way, we can admire the Saint-Théleau Chapel and the Kerguénolé Manor and its grounds overlooking the village of Locronan.

Discover the remains of the Manor of Saint-Alouarn and the mill, via the Quimper-Douarnenez bike route and country roads.

This route, adapted from the sardine route, is marked by 17 information panels explaining the history of sardine fishing in Douarnenez from Gallo-Roman times to the latest changes in the port. Bronze nails bearing the image of a sardine guide you through the streets, alleys, ports and seaside (a fun treasure hunt).

Every six years, Locronan hosts "la Grande Troménie", an unchanging pilgrimage of around 12 km around the sacred boundaries of the former monastery of Locronan. The last one took place in July 2025. The "Petite Troménie" takes place annually, during the five years between two Grande Troménies. It only follows small roads. This route follows this route.

After passing through the countryside north-west of Locronan, this route turns south-west and ends at the edge of the Bois du Névet. It continues mainly along the edge of the forest before returning to Locronan.

Through streets, alleys and paths, this route takes you on a journey of discovery through the heart of Locronan, a former weaving village and small town of character.From the 15th century onwards, the hemp and flax trade brought wealth to the town through the sailcloth market, which supplied the largest ships of the time.The impressive granite buildings are a testament to this today.

After wandering through the streets and alleys of Locronan, follow the paths through the bocage to return via the Bois du Névet.

Like the troménie ("troménie" is a French adaptation of the Breton tro-minihi, literally tour - tro - du minihi, derived from the Latin monachia - monastic space in the early Middle Ages), this route will take you around Locronan. You will mainly follow old sunken paths and discover beautiful granite farmhouses. Near the end of your route, a high point will offer you a view of the Bay of Douarnenez.

The route combines views of the historic centre of Locronan with a walk through part of the Bois du Névet forest.Return via sunken paths and a visit to the Chapelle de la Bonne Nouvelle chapel.

Pouldavid, which became part of Douarnenez in 1945, was primarily a port at the end of the ria.It was of considerable importance in the Middle Ages as a trading port.This ria is now occupied by Port-Rhu, half of which has become a museum of ancient boats afloat, the port museum of Douarnenez, and the other half a marina.This district of Douarnenez was previously part of the rural commune of Pouldergat.In 1919, it became an independent commune under the name of Pouldavid-sur-Mer.

Take a stroll to discover Tréboul, the seaside district of Douarnenez: its marina, Plage des Sables Blancs beach, coastal path, chapel, marine cemetery and narrow streets.

Stroll through the streets and alleys to discover Douarnenez, a town with a history of sardine fishing and three ports: the old Port du Rosmeur, Port-Rhu and the fishing port.

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.

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.

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.

Circuit along Port-Rhu, the port museum and marina, continuing along the greenway.Return via the protected natural site of Plomarc'h and along the fishing port.

This short walk takes you around the Pouldavid ria, where the Douarnenez port museum was created, via the footbridge over the dry dock and then the path on the left bank.After crossing the old Douarnenez-Quimper railway line, the return route takes you close to the entire ria with its marina and the boats afloat at the maritime museum.

This walk offers two very different faces. The first part of the walk takes you through the lesser-known old town of Tréboul, along small streets, alleys and passageways often reserved for pedestrians.The second part, from the beautiful Plage des Sables Blancs, follows the coastal path overlooking the bay to the marina and its various activities.

The bed and wardrobe of Saint-Kodelig, a possible menhir quarry, two menhirs separated by a stream... Explore the rolling countryside of Poudreuzic to discover these three megalithic sites, steeped in legend and historical reality.Along the way, you will encounter a few markers featuring excerpts from Pierre Jakez Hélias' masterpiece "Le cheval d'orgueil" (The Horse of Pride), combining biographical memories and ethnographic observations.

Route through the countryside of two neighbouring municipalities, along paths between fields and small roads offering regular views of the sea.Beautiful religious heritage along the way: chapels and calvaries.

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.

Megalithic heritage, theGR®34coastal path overlooking Douarnenez Bay, small roads and paths in the countryside: this is what this hike has to offer.

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.