Guilers walks

The Keroual woods and their manor house are a veritable green oasis just on the outskirts of Brest. You’ll feel as though you’re in a forest and can enjoy the tranquillity of the surroundings whilst taking in the varied flora and fauna. Streams and ponds add variety to the landscape. This walk takes you round the woods, but there are plenty of alternative routes to explore the area in greater depth or extend your walk.

A countryside walk between Plouzané and Guilers, offering the chance to discover the sunken paths and charming landscapes of this little corner of Brittany.

Circular route around Saint-Renan and Locmaria, Lake Ty Colo and Lake Pontavennec, the Source de l’Ildut in a marshy area rich in biodiversity, its rolling countryside and its woods.

The bed of the Penfeld, Brest’s iconic river, was long used by the navy to store tree trunks between piles for use by shipwrights. Since the 1980s, this part of the river and its banks bordering the western edge of the Bellevue district have been transformed into a park open to the public, featuring a navigable stretch of water for kayaks. These banks offer an easy and pleasant route, mostly in the shade.

As the song by the famous Brest band Matmatah goes, “if you enjoy walking, why not come and have a wander around Lambé?”. Here’s a walk to help you discover this neighbourhood of Brest and the Spernot valley. Although this walk is largely urban, make sure you wear suitable footwear as some paths may be damp. This walk is not signposted; do not rely on any signposting you may come across.

Route exploring part of the Brest Arsenal’s site along the River Penfeld. The route takes in Rue de Saint-Malo, the only street to have escaped Allied bombing during the Second World War, as well as the Capucins plateau, a new neighbourhood since its handover by the navy.

An easy, flat walk around the three lakes in Saint-Renan. There is also a slight detour through the medieval town centre of Saint-Renan. These lakes are artificial. Previously, there were tin quarries here. In the 1960s, these were gradually converted into lakes. Lake Ty Colo is home to water sports activities such as a wakeboarding centre. The town of Saint-Renan is an important medieval town. The town centre still bears traces of this.

How to combine a visit to Brest with a beautiful walk: this walk takes you through the city centre neighbourhoods, the main streets, monuments and churches, the train station and the town hall. Start in the Recouvrance neighbourhood, then take Rue Vauban towards the Plateau des Capucins. Cross the Plateau des Capucins. Join and follow the Pont de l'Harteloire. Head towards Place Albert 1er, where you turn towards Saint-Martin. Join Rue de Richelieu to cross the Pont du Forestou bridge. Head towards Chemin du Merle Blanc before reaching the train station, then Brest Town Hall and walk up Rue Jean Jaurès to return to Saint-Louis Church. Cross Rue de Siam to reach Cours Dajot before reaching the Maritime Prefecture, Pont de Recouvrance and then the Tanguy Tower. Pass La Porte Jean Bart, then the Maison de la Fontaine before passing through the Jardin des Explorateurs to complete the loop.

Let’s explore the Brest Arsenal, deeply sunken around the River Penfeld, the ramparts hidden in the woods, and several vantage points overlooking the city and the harbour. The saying goes that Brest was completely razed to the ground during the Second World War… that’s not true: ‘only’ 80 per cent of it was. This route takes you on a journey to discover part of the remaining 20 per cent (towers, gates, ramparts, a few old streets and houses).

A peaceful walk around the communal lake in Bourg-Blanc.These former meadows were used for tin mining by the Société Comiren (Compagnie Minière Rennanaise).Since mining ceased, a 6-hectare lake has been developed as a place for walking and relaxation, not to mention fishing for enthusiasts.

As well as its much-loved seaside, Locmaria-Plouzané boasts a countryside rich in heritage: manor houses and various wayside crosses lining the small roads and paths. Let’s not forget the Chapel of Saint Sebastian, whose history is linked to the plague epidemic that ravaged the parish in 1640.

Starting from the small village of Lamber, this countryside route takes you along narrow country lanes, farm tracks and sunken paths.The route takes you past the imposing Kerloas menhir, the tallest in Brittany, and the Kéramézec viewpoint, the highest point in the Iroise region. From the top of this beautifully landscaped viewpoint, the view stretches from the Crozon Peninsula to the Abers region, taking in the islands of Molène and Ouessant.

After travelling through the countryside on hilly, shaded roads, full of flowers in spring, enjoying beautiful views of the sea and the Crozon peninsula, you will descend to the wild, authentic coastal path...

Detours via the Botanical Conservatory Garden and the Vallon du Stang-Alar, and the discreet southern part of the old town of Saint-Marc. A shady and very green environment that contrasts with Brest's reputation as a concrete city.

From the Pointe du Petit Minou, the coastal path along the top of the cliff overlooks the rocky coastline, dotted with a few sandy coves. Further on, towards Anse de Bertheaume, several small beaches are popular with bathers in the summer months.Along this stretch of coastline, a few remains of the Brest strait defences serve as a reminder of the strategic importance of this area.The return journey, via small country roads and paths, will take you past the site of Lesconvel, a beautiful ruin.

Route combining exploration of the hinterland with a visit to the Lesconvel site, comprising a manor house, a small ruined chapel, a cottage with its bread oven, and a pond (a former fishpond).The return journey follows theGR®®34coastal path, which passes through the imposing gun batteries – remnants of the Second World War built to control the entrance to the Brest strait – and ends opposite the Pointe du Petit Minou and its lighthouse.

A very varied route through wooded areas and green passages near the Stang Alar valley, the Costour valley and its old flooded quarry. Detours, "surprise" shortcuts and exploration of little-frequented areas with passages through a few meadows, along fields and through undergrowth.

After running alongside Sainte-Anne Beach, watched over by the statue of the saint, the coastal path leads to the seaside resort of Trez Hir and continues towards Fort de Bertheaume. The return journey, via small streets and paths, allows you to discover the rest of the countryside, which is gradually being swallowed up by urban development. The route ends with a visit to the small village of Cosquer, where old farmhouses have been beautifully restored.

After skirting the quiet beaches of Porsmilin, Portez and Trégana, the coastal path climbs higher and overlooks the rocky coast, at times from a height of 60 metres, offering beautiful views over Bertheaume Bay and the headlands of Camaret on the Crozon Peninsula. The return journey along small roads and sunken lanes winds through the hinterland, passing close to two lighthouses that remained in service until 1970 after 100 years of operation.

Viewpoint overlooking the Brest harbour, the Élorn, Relecq-Kerhuon and Le Passage (former ferry crossing), the Rocher de l’Impératrice, the two bridges (Albert Louppe and L’Iroise), the Moulin-Blanc marina, Océanopolis, the polder, the ship repair yard, the commercial harbour and the naval base, the city of Brest, the Goulet de Brest, the Pointe des Espagnols, the Petit Minou and Portzic lighthouses, the Pointe Marloux and the Pointe du Corbeau. Kernisi offers a beautiful panoramic view of Brest, its harbour, its bay and the Elorn estuary.

A very varied route with coastal paths, urban cliffs, gardens and shady woods, urban shortcuts and alleyways. Passages along the Corniche, along the Anse de Kerhuon, a discreet street overlooking Le Relecq and La Rade, Notre Dame du Relecq in the centre, return via the Relecq-Kerhuon greenway along the Domaine de Lossulien (private) then through the alleyways.

This route takes you around the Roscanvel Peninsula to explore military structures (forts, barracks and batteries) dating from the 17th century to the Second World War, whilst offering superb views of Brest Harbour from the cliffs ofthe GR®®34.

This walk, starting from Roscanvel church, goes around the Pointe des Espagnols, which is the northern tip of the Crozon peninsula, offering breathtaking views of Brest harbour. It then follows the coastal path to the Fort des Capucins, before returning to the village via the inland route.

A walk from the village of Plouarzel to the Porscuidic campsite, avoiding traffic as much as possible via a track barely passable by cars between Toul-An-Dour and Kervilon and a cycle path for at least 80% of the route. I did it to go and get some bread at Maison Kérénneur.

The starting point for this route is at the Espace Louis Coz, marked in blue. Along this educational route, you will discover five information panels providing information about the different species of apple trees and apples in general. Designed for Sunday walkers, this route is a good route for families who want to take a short walk around the town while learning about the association's work in conserving rare apples. Each panel is located in one of the five conservation orchards maintained by the Avalou Plab association.

Walk along the top of the cliffs facing the open sea. In centuries past, fortifications were built here to protect the Bay of Brest. The path crosses the moor. The return journey is inland.

A magnificent hike between land and sea, starting from Brélès along sunken paths and ending in Lanildut on the shores of the Iroise Sea. Return to Brélès along the Aber Ildut.

Ce parcours suit en partie celui du Rand'abers 11 en sens inverse. Il vous fera découvrir de beaux paysages de campagne et vous emmènera le long de l'Aber Benoît et ses nombreux moulins à eau.

A route offering varied landscapes: woodland and rocky outcrops, including the Rocher de l'Impératrice, and the banks of the Élorn, a coastal river which flows into Brest harbour, passing under the old Albert Louppe Bridge (or Plougastel Bridge) and the more recent Iroise Bridge. Two small chapels add a touch of heritage.

A hike through the woods, along the seashore and through pretty little villages.

A hike along the famous GR®34 coastal path between the bridge over the Aber Benoit, in the commune of Tréglonou, and Portsall, in the commune of Ploudalmézeau. There are magnificent landscapes throughout the route, enhanced by the presence of numerous birds. Along the way, there are opportunities for culinary stops.

From the pretty, flower-filled village of Trébabu, the route takes us to theGR®34, which runs alongside part of the vast Plage des Blancs Sablons. The return journey, via small country lanes and sunken paths, will take us past the old Kerléo Mill and the Notre-Dame-du-Val Chapel (Itron-Varia-an-Traon).

Four à Chaux, 360° panoramic view from Pointe de Doubidy or Pointe de Rozegad. View over Anse de L’Auberlac’h, Lauberlac’h harbour and the valley.

A Yellow signposted coastal walk with beautiful panoramas of the Brest harbour (Rade de Brest). ⚠️: Some paths are very wet when it rains or covered by the sea during high tides.

The Saint-Samson Chapel is said to be one of the most photographed in Brittany. Perched above the waves, it marks the boundary between the English Channel and the open sea. From Saint-Pabu, you reach it via small country roads criss-crossing the Léonard plateau, via Lampaul-Ploudalmézeau and Ploudalmézeau. You pass Portsall Cove twice before heading back along the coastal paths that follow the coastline as closely as possible, until you return to Aber Benoit. Fresh air and crystal-clear waters guaranteed.

See the mountains plunge into the sea. As you walk along the two largest Breton abers, you will appreciate the different landscapes that each turn offers. This two-day route can be done in either direction, and you will notice that the landscapes are completely different. Mainly on theGR®34, the route is simple and well marked.

This third stage of the Crozon circuit is short but well worth spending time on. It offers superb sea views, culminating in the high cliffs of Pointe de Pen Hir and the Tas de Pois. There is also a wealth of heritage to discover: a chapel, the Vauban Tower and old military structures, rows of menhirs, and the remains of a manor house...

From Camaret harbour, follow the coastal path via the famous Pointe de Pen Hir. Return to face the panorama of Brest harbour.

This route will take you on a tour of the village of Lampaul-Ploudalmézeau and its dunes. Lampaul-Ploudalmézeau is located about 25 km north-west of Brest. The dune massif and its Trois Moutons beach are magnificent.

At the entrance to Aber Benoît, this route takes us to the dunes of Sainte-Marguerite in the commune of Landéda. The dunes offer a magnificent setting, which surfers have understood. The depth of the Broennou cove allows for a contrast of colours between the water and the sky, weather permitting.

Circular following theGR® northwards, return inland and take a short detour to Pointe du Guilligui for its superb view of the port of Portsall.

This pleasant circular route starting from Lanarvily offers a refreshing and verdant immersion in the heart of the inland landscapes of Léon, following the upper reaches of the Aber Wrac’h. At this point near Lanarvily, the Aber Wrac’h is unquestionably a river (or a ‘rivière’ in everyday language), and not a ria. The watercourse flows through a steep-sided valley in a strictly fluvial bed (the water here is exclusively fresh, with no tidal range or estuarine influence). The maritime influence only begins to make itself felt much further downstream. This route therefore invites you to discover an authentic riverine and woodland landscape!