Locoal-Mendon walks

A magnificent bucolic walk in the Ria d'Étel, on the Locoal peninsula. It is also a historic site from the War in the Vendée, known for being the hideout of the Chouan Cadoudal. This walk is also very suitable for children.

10 km hike between Sainte-Hélène and the Ria d'Étel.

At the western end of Quiberon Bay, the Ria d'Étel, a stunning marriage of land and sea, stretches for over 22 km. This inlet is home to small authentic ports, secret beaches and famous oyster beds. I invite you to discover the Île de Saint-Cado in Belz, a charming site in the heart of the Ria d'Étel. Cross the stone bridge to discover a delightful little village with its fishermen's houses and chapel. The islet of Nichtarguer will charm you at first sight: a pretty house with blue shutters, a real picture postcard of the Ria. Then, at the foot of the Pont Lorois bridge, you will find the small Port Niscop. Follow the footpath and walk along this pretty, peaceful cove sheltered by the Ria d'Étel, which was once home to shipyards.

A beautiful walk along part of the Rivière d'Étel, taking in the Île de Saint-Cado and the little house on the Île de Nichtarguer.

A short circular walk starting from Nostang with a lovely stretch along the coastal path.

The Ria d'Étel is always changing. At low tide, vast expanses of mudflats are interspersed with tiny or larger areas covered with all kinds of plants and birds. At high tide, it is the sea with its tiny or large islets. And inland, there is low-lying, sometimes marshy land with pine forests stretching to the coast, on sandy, sometimes rocky soil. And there is no shortage of colour. I have been there several times and the photos of the same place are never the same.

This delightful route between Auray and Brech will take you to the Saint-Degan Ecomuseum, Saint-Guérin Chapel with its 17th-century classical altarpiece and miraculous fountain, and Kerfroud Bridge, a remnant of the Gallo-Roman era. Follow an old Chouan trail to reach the Tréauray valley and the Loc'h river, then, after passing the Saint-Degan conservation orchard, return to the Ecomuseum

Hike along the Rivière d'Étel and the Rivière du Sac'h

A hike along small roads and country lanes that will allow you to discover the maritime countryside of Erdeven. Discover the heritage of the area with a few chapels, springs and megaliths.

This hike allows you to discover many monuments from the distant Neolithic period (5000 to 2500 BC). Dolmens, menhirs and cromlechs can be found throughout this very pretty hike.

Discover the alignments of Kerzerho, Belanno, Kerjean, Mané Braz and César's Chair.

A lovely walk through the woods to discover the megaliths in the commune of Erdeven, Mane Croc'h, César's Chair, the Kerzerho alignments...

This hike takes us along the banks of the Loch, past the charterhouse, the Reclus valley, the Cadoudal mausoleum and the Saint-Cado du Reclus Chapel. It can be done on foot or by running.

Set off to explore the landscapes of Plouhinec, a Grand Site des Dunes Sauvages commune. This first circular of the landscape route takes you on a 9 km walk with seven illustrated stopping points through the rural, agricultural and coastal landscapes of Plouhinec. Throughout the walk, a white sand martin will guide you along the right path. Find the illustrated stopping points by clicking on the link in "practical information". Please note: part of this walk is on the dunes and therefore on sandy ground.

A pleasant walk through the town of Auray. This route will take you through the Saint-Gildas and Saint-Goustan districts, the port and the medieval bridge. You will walk along the Auray River (Loc'h), and from the castle, you will enjoy a magnificent view of the old town.