Locronan walks

From the lively village of Locronan, climb the mountain that overlooks it, offering a beautiful panorama from the Bay of Douarnenez to the last peak of the Black Mountains, Ménez Hom (330 m).A beautiful descent takes you back to the countryside and its sunken paths to return to the heart of the former weavers' town.

This short route takes you through the north-western part of the Locronan countryside with its beautiful sunken paths and passes by some of the iconic sites of this village, which is classified as a "Petite Cité de caractère de France" (Small Town of Character in France): the Manoir de Kerguénolé, the Chapelle Notre-Dame de Bonne Nouvelle and, of course, the central square with the Église Saint-Ronan. Let yourself be guided through the many narrow streets.

Along beautiful paths through the woods and small roads, this route takes you up the Montagne de Locronan, where the little Chapelle ar Sonj chapel is located, an essential stop on the various troménies: viewpoint over Locronan and the entire Porzay region from Ménez Hom to the Bay of Douarnenez. The route continues down into the woods to the imposing Chapelle Saint-Thélau chapel, before returning via the historic centre of Locronan.

The route combines views of the historic centre of Locronan with a walk through part of the Bois du Névet forest.Return via sunken paths and a visit to the Chapelle de la Bonne Nouvelle chapel.

Like the troménie ("troménie" is a French adaptation of the Breton tro-minihi, literally tour - tro - du minihi, derived from the Latin monachia - monastic space in the early Middle Ages), this route will take you around Locronan. You will mainly follow old sunken paths and discover beautiful granite farmhouses. Near the end of your route, a high point will offer you a view of the Bay of Douarnenez.

After wandering through the streets and alleys of Locronan, follow the paths through the bocage to return via the Bois du Névet.

Through streets, alleys and paths, this route takes you on a journey of discovery through the heart of Locronan, a former weaving village and small town of character.From the 15th century onwards, the hemp and flax trade brought wealth to the town through the sailcloth market, which supplied the largest ships of the time.The impressive granite buildings are a testament to this today.

After passing through the countryside north-west of Locronan, this route turns south-west and ends at the edge of the Bois du Névet. It continues mainly along the edge of the forest before returning to Locronan.

Every six years, Locronan hosts "la Grande Troménie", an unchanging pilgrimage of around 12 km around the sacred boundaries of the former monastery of Locronan. The last one took place in July 2025. The "Petite Troménie" takes place annually, during the five years between two Grande Troménies. It only follows small roads. This route follows this route.

Countryside route offering views of the Notre Dame de Kergoat Chapel (16th century, famous for Jules Breton's painting "Le Pardon de Kergoat" 1891, on display at the Quimper Museum of Fine Arts. Pass by the fountain and the edge of the Forêt du Duc.

Let's climb Locronan Mountain, where we will have a view of the Porzay basin and Douarnenez Bay. Along the way, we can admire the Saint-Théleau Chapel and the Kerguénolé Manor and its grounds overlooking the village of Locronan.

Countryside route overlooking the Kerganapé stream and its mills.

Starting from the beautiful Saint-Pierre Chapel, this route ventures into the Bois du Névet, a deciduous forest. The route follows paths along the edge of the forest, a few sections of wide forest lanes and, towards the end, a wilder path above the Manoir du Névet estate. In summer, you will appreciate the shaded route and in autumn, the colours of the foliage.

After visiting the church, famous for its statue of Saint Michael slaying a hideous devil, head for the Bois du Névet, where theGR®38trail takes us. Continue through the Névet valley, which offers beautiful views of the Juch countryside and the Bay of Douarnenez. Finish this circular on the Voie Verte, where information panels tell you about the bocage and wetlands.

From the valley where the Ruisseau du Ris flows, passing through the edge of the Bois de Nevet, this route, alternating between paths and small country roads, allows you to discover the small Chapelle Sainte-Brigitte, isolated in its green setting.A short stretch on the Voie Verte reminds you of the former railway line that operated from 1884 to 1988.