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Tro Sant Diboan in Leuhan
Country route along beautiful sunken paths (small canyons in places) and quiet country roads
Panoramic views of the Montagnes Noires and the countryside, dominated by cattle farming.
Route impossible in winter (see practical information).
Tro Laz
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
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
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.
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.
Circular around the village of Langolen
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.
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 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.
Cycling between Guiscriff, Gourin and Le Saint
This pleasant loop will takeyou through villages rich in architectural heritage, with beautiful granite houses and unmissable sites such as chapels, churches, the Château de Tronjoly, Guiscriff railway station and, of course, the Statue of Liberty in Gourin. It also offers superb panoramic views, particularly along the D187 between Le Saint and Guiscriff.
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.
Campagne et patrimoine à Edern
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.
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.
Cycling between Gourin and Langonnet
This route offers you an immersion in an area rich in heritage and varied landscapes, with superb panoramic views of the countryside of the Pays du Roi Morvan. Throughout this magnificent loop, you will pass through villages and hamlets. Don't hesitate to push open the doors of chapels and churches to discover architectural wonders. Among the must-see sights are the famous Statue of Liberty, the park and château of Tronjoly in Gourin, and the exceptional church of La Trinité-Langonnet (completely renovated in 2022). Take a relaxing break at the Pontigou lake.
An ideal route for families.
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!
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.
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.
Urban route and green spaces in Briec
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.
Greenway and Locjean route
Walk near the ponds of Rosporden, on the greenway, and return via small paths.
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.
Hent Glaz (the Briec tower)
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.
Along the canal in Cléden-Poher
Walk in the countryside and along the Nantes-Brest canal
Passing by La Roche du Feu
The route passes by the Roche du Feu (Karreg an Tan), the highest point of the Montagnes Noires (281m).
Three chapels circuit in Melgven
A walk in the Melgven countryside, along sunken lanes and small roads, discovering three chapels.
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
Route of the canalised Aulne river starting from Pont-Coblant
After a leisurely walk along the Nantes-Brest canal, you will climb a little higher into the countryside, where you will have a bird's eye view of the Aulne, the Montagnes Noires and the Monts d'Arrée.You will return to your starting point after walking along small country roads and sunken lanes.
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.
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.
Circular Locmaria-Hent
Country route, alternating between small roads and sunken lanes, starting from the listed chapel of Locmaria-Hent.
Around Saint-Thurien and along the banks of the Isole
A short hike in the countryside of Saint-Thurien and along the banks of the Isole river, starting from the village of Saint-Thurien.
Anses Saint-Laurent and Saint-Jean and Voie Verte in Concarneau
Via theGR®®34, the wooded coastal path runs alongside the Anses Saint-Laurent and Saint-Jean, opening onto the Baie de La Forêt-Fouesnant and ending at the famous Sables Blancs beach in Concarneau.This part of the circuit changes appearance with the tide.The return journey is via the Roscoff-Concarneau Greenway and then along a country road.
Please note: the route has been modified, so please disregard previous information about the end of the route.
Countryside and sea around La Forêt-Fouesnant
The route alternates between a first section in the countryside on the heights of La Forêt-Fousnant through a wood and then quiet little roads lined with tree-lined embankments.The second part runs along the coast via Anse de Penfoulic (a wintering area for barnacle geese) and continues opposite the Port la Forêt marina and along the ria.
Around Port-la Forêt and Anse de Penfoulic
Sea route, running along Kerleven Beach, crossing the large marina of Port-la Forêt and continuing along Anse de Penfoulic, which opens onto the open sea.
Around the marina at Port-La-Forêt
A short family walk through the large marina of Port-la-Forêt, part of Kerliven beach and the Ria de la Forêt-Fouesnant.
Around La Forêt-Fouesnant via Loc Amand
A hike between sea and land: the Ria de la Forêt-Fouesnant extended by the superb Port-la Forêt marina, the large Kerleven Beach with views of the open sea. Pass through a wood bordering the Anse de Saint-Laurent. The return journey along the small roads may seem long, but the discovery of the old priory of Loc Amand and the Chapel of Pénity in its green theatre completes this route.