Guissény walks

A coastal walk following the GR®34 for the most part. The paths are well maintained and the signposting is adequate. The route offers beautiful views of the sea, the islands and the rocks, which vary with the tide but are always a pleasure to behold.

Hike along the GR®34, on a coastal path between Guisseny and Plouguerneau Lilia. A feast for the eyes; you’ll never tire of the ever-changing landscapes shaped by the tides. Magnificent white sandy beaches that invite you to sunbathe. The rocks, sculpted by the elements, evoke a surrealist bestiary.

A circular without difficulty (but take care along the roads), offering views of Anse de Tresseny and Pointe de Beg ar Skeiz, as well as a few other points of interest. Don't miss the parish enclosure.

This route combines a walk along the seafront at Vougot Beach with a crossing of the marshy area of the Curnic Pond. The return journey is along the dyke between the lake and the sea.

This walk showcases various aspects of the commune of Kerlouan: its countryside with its many hamlets and its rocky coastline. Along the route, you’ll notice the many stone crosses dotted across the countryside, as well as the enormous granite boulders characteristic of this region. The route passes near the site of Ménéhan, a former village of farmers, sailors and seaweed gatherers, and the Croazou Chapel, where numerous stone crosses of various styles have been gathered together.

The route follows the coast and through the countryside in the western part of Kerlouan. Along the route, the Ménéham site, the Saint-Égarec Chapel and its underground fountain, as well as the Kervizouarn fountain. Another aspect of this landscape, dotted with impressive large granite boulders.

Between sea and land, this route follows theGR®34to the Pontusval Lighthouse at the tip of Brignognan, where you will also find the Chapelle Sain-Pol chapel and an old customs guardhouse perched atop a large granite boulder. The return journey takes you along paths and small country roads, passing by the Chapelle Saint-Guénal chapel.

A short walk combining the seaside with its large rocks and a stretch of countryside also dotted with large granite boulders here and there. The walk ends in the village of Ménéham, which has been restored to its former state and offers the chance to visit a few craft workshops.

From the village of Plounéour-Trez, take theGR®®34 trail, first following the Goulven beach, which changes with the tides, then opening onto the open sea with a view of Île de Batz on the horizon to the north-east.The return journey winds its way through the fields. Beautiful dolmen to discover.

Hike along the coast on theGR®34and inland to see the megaliths.

This small coastal village, nestled at the far end of the bay, is linked to the life of Saint Goulven. The central stained-glass window in the parish church depicts various episodes from his life. In addition to the church, there are two other sites associated with him: the Pénity Chapel, where he is said to have retired to escape the crowds, and its miraculous fountain.

A truly exceptional route along the banks of the Aber Wrac'h, surrounded by herons and egrets. Granite boulders rise out of the ground and oak trees cling to the small cliffs of brownish-yellow silt. Be careful, this scenery has to be earned as the bank is very muddy and slippery. Be sure to wear waterproof shoes or boots and bring walking sticks to avoid slipping. Check the tide times carefully and plan to set off two hours before high tide. As a guide, it took us 1 hour and 15 minutes to reach the Devil's Bridge.

This walk, which can be split into two circular routes, invites you to discover different aspects of the wild coast of Plouguerneau: pebble beaches or white sandy beaches, an easy coastal path, rock formations and dunes, small harbours, and a chapel. This route is watched over by the 82.5-metre-high Île Vierge Lighthouse.

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!

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.

The village of Ploudaniel, a rural commune in northern Finistère, can be spotted from afar by its slender bell tower with three galleries. This short route takes you around the village, highlighting its heritage and green surroundings.