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The dunes of Lampaul-Ploudalmézeau
Visorando Member
4.47 mi
+79 ft
-79 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Lampaul-Ploudalmézeau (Finistère)
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.
Circular around Portsall
6.84 mi
+151 ft
-151 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Ploudalmézeau (Finistère)
Circular following theGR® northwards, return inland and take a short detour to Pointe du Guilligui for its superb view of the port of Portsall.
Cycle ride from Aber Benoit to the Chapel of Saint-Samson
20.21 mi
+482 ft
-482 ft
3 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Pabu (Finistère)
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.
Between Beg ar Vilh and Sainte-Marguerite
4.84 mi
+121 ft
-112 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Landéda (Finistère)
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.
Tour of the Sainte-Marguerite Peninsula
4.59 mi
+66 ft
-69 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Landéda (Finistère)
A fairly short loop around the Sainte-Marguerite peninsula, following theGR®34along the coast and ending on land. A very beautiful seaside walk with no major difficulties, just a few steep slopes, particularly near the dunes of Sainte-Marguerite Beach.
Aber Wrac'h - Tréglonou
Association / Club / Walk leader13.12 mi
+390 ft
-420 ft
6h 20
Difficult
Departure from Landéda (Finistère)
Walk along the GR®34 along the coast between Aber Wrac’h and the bridge over Aber Benoît. There are magnificent landscapes all along the route, enhanced by the presence of numerous birds. Along the way, there are opportunities for culinary stops.
Coastal path, chapels and menhirs in Landunvez
8.72 mi
+207 ft
-180 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Landunvez (Finistère)
A hike that starts by the sea with superb panoramic views. The return journey is inland, following the platform of an old railway line.
From Anse de Penfoul to the Argenton slipway
5.04 mi
+36 ft
-36 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Landunvez (Finistère)
A superb route along a coastal path, with beautiful sea views. A dolmen and a 14th-century chapel complete the picture.
Tréglonou - Portsall
15.88 mi
+292 ft
-295 ft
7h 35
Difficult
Departure from Finistère
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.
Wrac'h Island Lighthouse and Kastell Ac'h viewpoint
3.60 mi
+23 ft
-23 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Plouguerneau (Finistère)
This is an easy, family-friendly walk to be done at low tide to reach Île Wrac'h on foot and enjoy a beautiful view of the surrounding islands (notably the beautiful Île Stagadon), then walk along the coastal path to reach the Kastell Ac'h viewpoint and its view of Île Vierge and its lighthouse. Enjoy the beautiful coastal landscapes and flora!
Lilia - Aber Wrac'h
12.18 mi
+515 ft
-522 ft
6h 05
Difficult
Departure from Plouguerneau (Finistère)
The route follows the GR®34 from Llia beach to the port of Aber Weac’h. It runs along the rugged coastline and offers magnificent views of Île Wrac’h and Île Vierge, as well as the lighthouses of the same name. The route presents no particular difficulties, either in terms of navigation or physically. The route faces west, which exposes it to the prevailing wind, which can blow strongly at times.
Around Lilia in Plouguerneau
7.47 mi
+26 ft
-26 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Plouguerneau (Finistère)
Lilia, a district of Plouguerneau, offers a coastal walk that allows you to discover various aspects of the seaside: beaches, rocky shores and dunes.
Numerous islets dot this coastline: Île Vierge with its imposing lighthouse, Île Wrac’h where another, more modest lighthouse has been built, and all the others, which have often been occupied by seaweed gatherers.
This walk also passes through three small harbours and offers a view of the mouth of the Aber Wrac’h, the largest of the three abers on this stretch of the northern coast of Finistère.
The Île Vierge lighthouse on foot
2.12 mi
+36 ft
-66 ft
1h 00
Easy
Departure from Plouguerneau (Finistère)
It takes about thirty minutes to walk to Île Vierge and its lighthouse, the tallest in Europe (82 m) and the tallest stone lighthouse in the world.Please note: this walk should only be undertaken at low tide during spring tides (coefficient >110). Do not attempt it in mist, fog or other adverse weather conditions.The lighthouse can be visited during the mid and high seasons (seethe Abers tourist office) around high tide.
The Saint-Laurent Peninsula
2.68 mi
+82 ft
-82 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Porspoder (Finistère)
A short walk starting from the church in Porspoder and following the coastal paths around the Saint-Laurent Peninsula, offering beautiful panoramic views, a few rocky outcrops and a small menhir.
Short circular loop at Porspoder
4.58 mi
+131 ft
-141 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Porspoder (Finistère)
A lovely walk along the Porspoder coastline via theGR®34. A short stretch inland to follow the wash house route and admire the dolmens and menhir of Prat Joulou.
Between land and sea in Lanildut
6.91 mi
+174 ft
-200 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Brélès (Finistère)
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.
Circular via the coastal path to Plouguerneau
6.19 mi
+43 ft
-43 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Plouguerneau (Finistère)
Coastal path from Porz Grac'h beach to Keridaoue and back inland.
Lanildut Tower
5.88 mi
+220 ft
-226 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Lanildut (Finistère)
From Lanildut Church, head towards and follow the right bank of the Aber-Ildut to the seaweed-harvesting harbour. Continue along the coastal path, where you’ll come across one of the region’s old granite quarries.
After the small port of Melon, criss-cross the countryside along small roads and paths to discover a chapel, a dolmen and two menhirs in the same field.
Finish with another quarry site and a small chapel perched on a hillock.
Left bank of the Aber-Ildut and the countryside
4.59 mi
+210 ft
-210 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Plouarzel (Finistère)
A lovely circular route along the left bank of the Aber-Ildut and the Anse de Milin an Aod.Explore the old granite quarry on the edge of this aber.
From Melon Island to Pointe de Garchine
5.02 mi
+105 ft
-105 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Porspoder (Finistère)
After exploring Melon Island, this route on theGR®34trail reveals the rocky shore with the unusual little port of Mazou, leading to Pointe de Garchine opposite the Four Lighthouse. Return via the typical hamlets of the hinterland.
Tour of Aber Ildut with boat crossing
10.15 mi
+223 ft
-210 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Lampaul-Plouarzel (Finistère)
The boat crossing between the ports of Porscav and Lanildut allows you to walk around Aber Ildut without having to retrace your steps. This route offers an extension to the south of the aber, following the coastal path to Porspaul and returning inland via Lampaul and Plouarzel, before rejoining Aber Ildut and completing the circuit to the port of Lanildut.
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