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Tro Laz
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5.95 mi
+617 ft
-617 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Laz (Finistère)
The small town of Laz is located in the heart of a hilly and wooded region called Menez Du or Montagnes Noires. This countryside route, marked by ridges and rocky outcrops, also offers superb panoramic views of the Châteaulin Basin, where the canalised Aulne river flows, and the Monts d'Arrée.
"Hent ar Gurun" route and canal bank
6.69 mi
+584 ft
-587 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Goazec (Finistère)
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.
The Moustoir Route
6.19 mi
+594 ft
-594 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Châteauneuf-du-Faou (Finistère)
Starting from Châteauneuf-du-Faou, the route follows the Nantes-Brest Canal and sunken lanes.
Tro Sant Diboan in Leuhan
6.62 mi
+568 ft
-551 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Leuhan (Finistère)
A countryside route along beautiful sunken paths (small ravines in places) and quiet country lanesPanoramic views of the Montagnes Noires and the countryside, dominated by cattle farming.
Route not accessible in winter (see practical information).
Tro Leuc'han Route
7.31 mi
+289 ft
-302 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Leuhan (Finistère)
A countryside route taking in as many shaded paths as possible and quiet country lanes linking farms.
Passes by the Notre-Dame-de-Bonne-Nouvelle Chapel in the hamlet of Penvern.
Paul Sérusier and Aulne River Circuit in Châteauneuf-du-Faou
2.24 mi
+207 ft
-203 ft
1h 15
Easy
Departure from Châteauneuf-du-Faou (Finistère)
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.
Route de l'Aulne via Pont Pol
6.81 mi
+443 ft
-446 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Lennon (Finistère)
Route through the countryside and along the River Aulne (towpath of part of the Nantes–Brest Canal).
Canal bank and the Chapel of Saint-Maudez and Saint-Nicolas in Lennon
6.73 mi
+315 ft
-322 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Lennon (Finistère)
The village of Lennon overlooks the canalised Aulne valley. This route follows the canal, passing through two locks.At the Rosvéguen lock, a small Museum of River Transport has been set up, and further downstream you can see ‘Le Victor’, one of the last barges to have sailed on this section of the canal.The return journey follows paths through the countryside, allowing you to discover part of the town’s heritage: the chapels of Saint-Maudez and Saint-Nicolas, as well as two calvaries.
Route of the Three Chapels in Edern
6.22 mi
+617 ft
-630 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Edern (Finistère)
The route mainly follows small country roads and beautiful trails, allowing you to discover three chapels.Vast panoramic views of the Montagnes Noires.
Countryside around Coray
6.29 mi
+561 ft
-535 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Coray (Finistère)
Via a section of an old railway line, small country lanes, wide tracks once used for cart traffic, sunken paths running along the rock face and a beautiful avenue lined with old, gnarled beech trees, you will reach Brec’horay, the highest point in Coray at 257 m.
Panoramic views of the Montagnes Noires and the Cornouaille plateau.
On the heights of Langolen
9.68 mi
+876 ft
-902 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Langolen (Finistère)
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.
Circular around the village of Langolen
3.87 mi
+344 ft
-351 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Langolen (Finistère)
This route takes you through a small part of the countryside south of Langolen along impressive sunken lanes before reaching the Odet river as it flows through a fish farm. Return to the village via Saint-Guthien Church.
Circular in the Langolen countryside
7.04 mi
+636 ft
-650 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Langolen (Finistère)
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.
Route of the old mills and the mountain
8.32 mi
+705 ft
-719 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Langolen (Finistère)
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.
Karreg an Tan (Roche au Feu) and the countryside around Gouézec
6.27 mi
+814 ft
-837 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Gouézec (Finistère)
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.
Campagne et patrimoine à Edern
6.86 mi
+466 ft
-459 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Edern (Finistère)
The route takes you along small country roads and a few paths, allowing you to discover the local heritage: a chapel, a cross, the remains of an ancient abbey and a monumental fountain saved from oblivion in 2023 by the Edern Histoire et Patrimoine association.
Countryside south of Edern and west of Briec.
4.63 mi
+269 ft
-259 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Edern (Finistère)
A semi-rural route south of Edern via the Chapel of Notre-Dame de Lannien, one of six chapels in the commune and the only one in the south, then near Château de la Boissière, which had its heyday during the lifetime of Jean Edern Hallier.The route then takes in the western side of Briec, where the sports and cultural facilities and schools are concentrated.
Note: This route mainly follows small country roads and streets in the urbanised area.
On the heights of Ménez Hellen
4.35 mi
+427 ft
-404 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Edern (Finistère)
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.
Gouézec route starting from Pont-Coblant
7.22 mi
+344 ft
-331 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Gouézec (Finistère)
The towpath of the canalised Aulne and its two locks, small roads leading to the rural village of Gouézec offering views of the Monts d’Arrée, and a return to Pont-Coblant via paths through the countryside.Along the route, discover a beautiful covered walkway.
Along the canalised Aulne
7.47 mi
+23 ft
-23 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Gouézec (Finistère)
Starting from Pont Coblant, a route along the canalised Aulne, following the towpath and returning via the back towpath.
Best time of year: from early spring onwards.
Route of the canalised Aulne river starting from Pont-Coblant
6.56 mi
+502 ft
-486 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Gouézec (Finistère)
After a gentle walk along the Nantes–Brest Canal, you’ll climb slightly into the countryside, where you’ll have a bird’s-eye view of the Aulne, the Montagnes Noires and the Monts d’Arrée.You’ll return to your starting point after walking along small country roads and sunken lanes.
Pont-Coblant is located about 5 km from Pleyben via the D785 towards Briec.
Urban route and green spaces in Briec
3.46 mi
+187 ft
-190 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Briec (Finistère)
Urban route in Briec and discovery of several green spaces: Anita Conti Park with its fitness and orienteering trail, the future 8.7-hectare urban forest where 7,500 trees have been planted since 2024. The route offers several benches for resting and areas with children's games and picnic tables.
Circulars between Briec and Le Merdy
6.13 mi
+522 ft
-518 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Briec (Finistère)
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.
Passing by La Roche du Feu
6.03 mi
+673 ft
-659 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Gouézec (Finistère)
The route passes by the Roche du Feu (Karreg an Tan), the highest point of the Montagnes Noires (281m).
Hent Glaz (the Briec tower)
6.24 mi
+325 ft
-315 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Briec (Finistère)
The Hent Glaz route (the Briec tour) showcases the surrounding countryside and the wetlands and wooded areas 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 if you come across a deer or see a buzzard hovering above you in the unspoilt, natural vegetation, which is rich in biodiversity.
Circuit de Trémarec
7.91 mi
+620 ft
-620 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Landudal (Finistère)
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!
Along the sunken paths of Landudal
5.15 mi
+466 ft
-459 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Landudal (Finistère)
From the small village of Landudal, a route heading south through the commune, taking in many sunken paths and wooded sections.
Landudal countryside via the Trolez Chapel
6.14 mi
+390 ft
-417 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Landudal (Finistère)
A countryside route along sunken paths and small roads, passing by the Chapel of Trolez (16th century).
Countryside and religious heritage in Pleyben
4.51 mi
+312 ft
-335 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Pleyben (Finistère)
Bringing together within the same parish enclosure a church, a calvary, an ossuary and a monumental gate, Pleyben offers its visitors one of the finest religious architectural ensembles in Brittany, listed as a Historic Monument.This walk also takes you along the old railway line that once linked Carhaix to Châteaulin, allowing you to discover one of the six chapels scattered across the countryside: the Chapel of Saint-Laurent, with its lovely calvary and fountain.
The Jet route
5.46 mi
+463 ft
-466 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Elliant (Finistère)
A countryside route following the course of the river "Le Jet".
In the countryside around Elliant
6.55 mi
+367 ft
-377 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Elliant (Finistère)
In the peaceful countryside, walk along grassy, stony or sunken paths linking farm tracks, as well as a few sections of quiet country lanes leading to farms.
The route is mostly shaded.
Along the canal in Cléden-Poher
7.12 mi
+348 ft
-341 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Cléden-Poher (Finistère)
Walk in the countryside and along the Nantes-Brest canal
Kerdévot route
5.91 mi
+335 ft
-315 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Ergué-Gabéric (Finistère)
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
Through the Cascadec Forest and along the left bank of the Isole
6.26 mi
+384 ft
-377 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Scaër (Finistère)
This circular route through the Cascadec Forest takes you through old hamlets somewhat lost in the countryside, often undergoing restoration, before returning along the left bank of the River Isole and its granite boulders.
Discover old bread ovens, the imposing Saint-Jean menhir and the chapel of the same name, as well as the former Bolloré paper mills, one of the two sites where the famous ‘OCB’ cigarette paper was manufactured.
NB: The chapel was demolished in 2020.