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Langolen walks
Route of the old mills and the mountain
This route alternates between small country roads and sunken lanes, some of which are very steep. The hike, which is hilly, allows you to discover numerous wetlands and meadows where horses, cattle and goats graze. From the heights, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the Montagnes Noires.
Circular in the Langolen countryside
This route alternates between small country roads and sunken paths, some of which are steep-sided. The hike, which follows a hilly route, takes you through numerous wetlands and meadows where horses and cattle graze. From the heights, there is a wide panorama of the Montagnes Noires.
On the heights of Langolen
Hilly route in the hills above Langolen, taking small country roads, farm tracks and woodland paths.Beautiful panoramic views of the Montagnes Noires and the countryside dedicated to livestock farming.Along the route, the hamlet of Gulvain and its chapel, as well as the chapel of Le Niver, which was once an important place of pilgrimage.
Route of the Three Chapels in Edern
The route mainly follows small country roads and beautiful trails, allowing you to discover three chapels.Vast panoramic views of the Montagnes Noires.
Circuit de Trémarec
Discover the village of Landudal with its two churches, located about 100 metres apart, which bear witness to its history.Walk along the sunken paths of the bocage countryside, which has been spared from land consolidation. Follow in the footsteps of Admiral Yves de Kerguelen, who discovered the southern islands in 1772, which still bear his name.A wonderful programme of discoveries!
Circulars between Briec and Le Merdy
South of Briec, come and discover the Merdy countryside. Walk along the Langelin River where you may find a few trout fishermen. Finally, walk along the grounds of Manoir de la Boissière and cross its woods.
Hent Glaz (the Briec tower)
The Hent Glaz route (the Briec tour) showcases the surrounding countryside and the wetlands and woodlands of Briec through streams and warrens. You will discover panoramic views towards Landudal and Edern, a passage close to the Manoir de la Boissière, Anita Conti Park, the heights of Briec de l'Odet, then the future urban forest of 7,000 newly planted trees and beautiful meadows and wetlands that will remind you of a bayou. Don't be surprised to come across a deer or see a buzzard hovering above you in the unspoilt, natural vegetation, which is rich in biodiversity.
Kerdévot route
Country route starting from the hamlet of Kerdévot, famous for its chapel and enclosure. The route alternates between sunken paths, quiet roads and hamlets.
Currently being revised
On the heights of Ménez Hellen
Starting in the Edern countryside, this hilly route leads through woods to one of the ridges of the Montagnes Noires and one of the highest points, offering extensive views over the west of the Châteaulin Basin to the sea.
The route takes you through the "Jardin Picart", a botanical garden on the side of a rocky moor, the result of a long-term project by an enthusiast.
Discover the heritage of two chapels, a fountain, a wash house and an old wicker-making workshop.
Canal and Stang Luzigou route
After following the Odet and the leat of the old paper mills, a beautiful circular route takes us through the wooded area of Stang Luzigou. On the way back, we pass through the Kerho Arboretum.Discover the Saint-Corentin Chapel in the hamlet of Kreïker.
Karreg an Tan (Roche au Feu) and the countryside around Gouézec
Two loops in Gouézec: at an altitude of 279 m, one of the highest points in the Montagnes Noires, the Karreg an Tan summit offers a beautiful 360° panorama of the Aulne valley, the Monts d'Arrée and the Bay of Douarnenez.Its name comes from the fact that, during the Norman invasions in the 9th century, a lookout would light a fire there to warn the population, which could be seen from across the Châteaulin basin. Back at the car park, a second loop leads through the countryside in the lower part of Gouézec.
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.
Circular Locmaria-Hent
Country route, alternating between small roads and sunken lanes, starting from the listed chapel of Locmaria-Hent.
"Hent ar Gurun" route and canal bank
A hilly route through the countryside with beautiful views of the Montagnes Noires.Passage on the towpath of the stream-to-Brest canal.
NB: I have been informed of difficulties between (10) and (11) (see notice from May 2025). In this case, take the shortcut indicated in the practical information section.
Garden and banks of the Moros from Cadol Chapel
Starting from Saint-Grégoire Chapel, one of the five chapels in Melgven, this short route takes you to a beautiful garden, created during the Covid pandemic, which continues to improve: a real gem for passers-by.The return journey takes you along a fun route beside the Moros stream, where there are more surprises to discover. Many thanks to the people who have created these beautiful features, tucked away in the countryside, for us to enjoy free of charge.
The Moustoir Route
Starting from Châteauneuf-du-Faou, the route follows the Nantes-Brest Canal and sunken lanes.
Paul Sérusier and Aulne River Circuit in Châteauneuf-du-Faou
The municipality of Châteauneuf-du-Faou wanted to pay tribute to the painter Paul Sérusier, who stayed there and then lived there from 1906 until his death in 1927: creation of a museum, which opened in June 2025, and installation of a trail punctuated by eight information panels passing through places that were sources of inspiration for him.A walk along the banks of the River Aulne and through the woods completes the trail.
Three chapels circuit in Melgven
A walk in the Melgven countryside, along sunken lanes and small roads, discovering three chapels.
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.
Saint-Laurent Chapel and Aulne Canal from Saint-Coulitz
Hike along small roads, paths and towpaths to discover Saint-Coulitz, its religious heritage and the beauty of the surrounding nature.
Aulne towpath and Notre-Dame de Kerluan Chapel
Let's take a leisurely stroll along the canalised Aulne for about 6 km, passing three locks. Then let's head back up small roads towards the Notre-Dame de Kerluan Chapel. Let's climb a little further to finally descend back down to the banks of the Aulne.