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Locronan Mountain Route
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.
Hike around the St. Alouarn mill
Discover the remains of the Manor of Saint-Alouarn and the mill, via the Quimper-Douarnenez bike route and country roads.
Via the Sainte-Brigitte Chapel and the Bois de Névet
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.
The small troménie route of Locronan
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.
Along the sunken paths around Locronan
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.
Locronan and its bocage
After wandering through the streets and alleys of Locronan, follow the paths through the bocage to return via the Bois du Névet.
On the heights of Locronan
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.
Wooded circular in Plogastel-Saint-Germain
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.
The Kergoat Route
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.
On the north-western outskirts of Quimper towards the Chapel of Ty Mamm Doué
Semi-urban circuit towards the imposing Ty Mamm Doué Chapel. Alternating between streets, wooded areas and riverside paths.
On the edge of the Bois du Névet
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.
Circuit des Moulins de Pouldergat partie Nord-Ouest
Le circuit des Moulins fait le tour de la commune sur environ 27km. Cette partie parcourt la campagne par des chemins creux et des vallées ombragées. Autrefois plusieurs moulins existaient sur les nombreux ruisseaux.
The Odet at the Stangala Gorges
The Odet River first rolls its cool waves through gently rolling hills, wooded countryside and long meadows.Then, suddenly, upstream from Quimper, it carves out a narrow, deep gorge and describes a surprising "hairpin bend" around the Griffonès cliff, creating a wild, winding ravine framed by woods, rocks and moors.It is this discovery that I invite you to explore.
Anse de Tréfeuntec route
This route can be split into two complementary loops:- the first part follows the coastal path through the "Pointe de Tréfeuntec".- the second crosses the dune belt to reach the chapel "Chapelle Sainte-Anne La Palud".In both cases, beautiful views over the bay "Baie of Douarnenez".
From Tréfeuntec to Trezmalaouen
The first part of the route is in the countryside, returning via the coastal path overlooking the bottom of Douarnenez Bay.
Around and in Tréboul, a district of Douarnenez
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.
Around Douarnenez
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.
Along the Goyen River
Discover the Goyen river and its valley via sunken paths and woodland.
Kervijen Cove Circuit
Coastal circuit overlooking the bay of Douarnenez, passing by the Kervijen reed beds.The best time to see the dune flowers is May-June.
Warning : GR® prohibited between (S/E) and (1) since March 2021. Study in progress, but no information on site.Possible detour via the place called "Le Marrou" (mountain bike trail).
Coastal path of Douarnenez Bay via Pointe de Tal ar Grip
Follow theGR®34coastal path to Pointe de Tal ar Grip, where you can enjoy views of the long Pentrez Beach. Return along small roads to discover Saint-Sébastien Chapel and its fountain.
Finally, return to the coastal path you took on the way out and notice how the landscape changes with the tide.
(Please note) at the start, theGR® has been diverted along the road for about a hundred metres (information provided by a Visorandoneur)
Between megaliths, coastal path and countryside
Megalithic heritage, theGR®34coastal path overlooking Douarnenez Bay, small roads and paths in the countryside: this is what this hike has to offer.
Étang du Corroac'h circuit
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.
Discover the Roman baths at Pérennou
After walking through the countryside, visit the Roman baths at Perennou, which were restored in 2011, then return via the Lestremeur site and along the Combrit cove.
In the woods of Saint-Gildas between the chapel and the wind turbines.
From the clearing surrounded by beech, chestnut and cypress trees, discover the long Saint-Gildas Chapel and, a little further down, its associated fountain, then venture into the Saint-Gildas woods overlooking the Châteaulin valley. Continue through this area where there are numerous wind turbines.The long climb up the old Châteaulin-Quimper Roman road may leave you panting before you reach the bare heights of Ménez Quelc'h.
Currently being revised
In the rolling countryside of Plozévet and Pouldreuzic
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.
The Moulin Neuf lake walk
This is an easy walk around the reservoir, which supplies drinking water to eleven municipalities in the Pont-l'Abbé region. You can enjoy the peaceful, shaded surroundings and take the time to watch the birds that frequent this stretch of water: coots, gulls, grebes and a small colony of swans.
Around the logging trails of Aulne by the Vieux-Bourg
Make your way gently along the the Aulne following the logging trail. Views over the lock keepers’ houses located on the other side. Passage through the Vieux-Bourg and its St-They church, the birthplace of the parish of Lothey until 1846.