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Via the Locronan mountain
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5.95 mi
+666 ft
-676 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Locronan (Finistère)
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.
Around and in Locronan
3.36 mi
+367 ft
-361 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Locronan (Finistère)
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.
On the heights of Locronan
4.95 mi
+653 ft
-636 ft
2h 50
Moderate
Departure from Locronan (Finistère)
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.
Through the Bois du Névet forest from Locronan
7.48 mi
+479 ft
-505 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Locronan (Finistère)
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.
Along the sunken paths around Locronan
6.21 mi
+627 ft
-630 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Locronan (Finistère)
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.
Locronan and its bocage
6.04 mi
+564 ft
-564 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Locronan (Finistère)
After wandering through the streets and alleys of Locronan, follow the paths through the bocage to return via the Bois du Névet.
In the heart of Locronan
1.86 mi
+135 ft
-135 ft
1h 00
Easy
Departure from Locronan (Finistère)
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.
Locronan countryside and edge of Bois du Névet
6.72 mi
+472 ft
-463 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Locronan (Finistère)
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.
The small troménie route of Locronan
3.87 mi
+453 ft
-453 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Locronan (Finistère)
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.
The Kergoat Route
5.95 mi
+282 ft
-282 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Quéménéven (Finistère)
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.
Locronan Mountain Route
6.67 mi
+725 ft
-709 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Plogonnec (Finistère)
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.
Route in the country via the Bonnescat mill
6.42 mi
+502 ft
-509 ft
3h 25
Easy
Departure from Plogonnec (Finistère)
Countryside route overlooking the Kerganapé stream and its mills.
Around the Chapelle Saint-Pierre in Plogonnec
2.14 mi
+272 ft
-282 ft
1h 15
Easy
Departure from Plogonnec (Finistère)
From the majestic Saint-Pierre Chapel, this short circular route continues along the edge of the Bois du Névet, then returns through the countryside via farm tracks and a quiet road serving only farms.
In the Bois du Névet via the Chapelle Saint-Pierre
6.87 mi
+581 ft
-584 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Plogonnec (Finistère)
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.
The Kergoat route via Locronan
6.90 mi
+430 ft
-417 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Quéménéven (Finistère)
Countryside route along sunken paths connecting Kergoat Chapel to the town of Locronan and back along the Forêt du Duc.
Névet Valley at Le Juch
6.10 mi
+479 ft
-469 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Le Juch (Finistère)
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.
Via the Sainte-Brigitte Chapel and the Bois de Névet
6.93 mi
+643 ft
-640 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Le Juch (Finistère)
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.
Dunes, sea and countryside around Sainte-Anne la Palud
4.57 mi
+210 ft
-190 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Plonévez-Porzay (Finistère)
From the Saint-Anne de la Palud sanctuary, the route follows the dune system, the beach and theGR®34coastal path. The route continues along the Kervijen reed beds and returns to the starting point via small country lanes offering views of Douarnenez Bay.
Please note:GR® route closed between (3) and (4) since March 2021. Study underway but no signage on site.
A detour is possible via the hamlet of Le Marroux (mountain bike trail).
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