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Maxent walks
Bois de Cent Jours and moorland to the north-west of Bovel
Visorando Member
9.43 mi
+354 ft
-361 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Bovel (Ille-et-Vilaine)
Walk in the Bois de Cent Jours (the time it took to clear 30 hectares) and on the moorland north of Bovel.
With a little care and silence, you may spot roe deer (I’ve done this walk twice on my own and once in a group of twelve); on each occasion I managed to spot some (admittedly at varying distances!).
The ponds and moors of Campel
8.59 mi
+325 ft
-341 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Campel (Ille-et-Vilaine)
To the north of Campel lie the Étang de Livry, the Bois de la Sorais and the Bigotais moors. Whatever the season, explore these forest paths as they criss-cross one another and admire the landscapes that unfold as you emerge from the woods.
The Fief de Thélin Route
7.93 mi
+577 ft
-564 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Plélan-le-Grand (Ille-et-Vilaine)
A typical route in the Brocéliande region with rolling moorland landscapes and narrow paths disappearing into the woods and climbing rocky outcrops. Lovely views over the Forest of Paimpont and the moors of Coëtquidan.
Ropenard Valley Route in Loutehel
4.95 mi
+322 ft
-315 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Loutehel (Ille-et-Vilaine)
A very pretty route, particularly in the two valleys where you really feel as though you’re in Brocéliande , with its steep-sided valleys, rocks and streams that guide you for much of your walk. Signposts along the route explain the history of the village.
The balconies of Monterfil
9.51 mi
+781 ft
-787 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Monterfil (Ille-et-Vilaine)
Monterfil is located between Rennes and Plélan-le-Grand, close to the Paimpont forest and the Brocéliande site. Here, visitors will get a taste of the moorland and schist landscapes. They will also have the opportunity to cross deep, steep-sided valleys where small streams flow peacefully.
Lancelot's walk in Beignon
Tourist office4.72 mi
+187 ft
-184 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Beignon (Morbihan)
This route will allow you to discover the village of Beignon, but also to immerse yourself in the legends of Lancelot and Guinevere. During the walk, discover the Affolettes Garden and the Slippery Rock site, then enjoy nature along the Aff Valley.
Yellow markings throughout the route
Route closed from 15/09 to 31/03 during the hunting season.
Brocéliande day 1/2
12.94 mi
+945 ft
-1,184 ft
6h 45
Difficult
Departure from Paimpont (Ille-et-Vilaine)
Departure from Paimpont to reach the famous Val Sans Retour.
Journey south to the land of legends.
Explore the undergrowth of Brocéliande.
Brocéliande circular 2 days
25.22 mi
+1,772 ft
-1,804 ft
2 days
Moderate
Departure from Paimpont (Ille-et-Vilaine)
For a weekend of discovery, this route takes you from valleys to ridges through the Paimpont forest.The legendary BROCELIANDE!
Canut Valley discovery route
2.23 mi
+226 ft
-240 ft
1h 15
Easy
Departure from Lassy (Ille-et-Vilaine) (Ille-et-Vilaine)
Short family walk along the discovery trail in the protected natural site of the Canut Valley.The route is mostly shaded and features educational panels on the local flora and fauna.On the trail, you will pass by the old Ritoir mill, which has been converted into the Maison des Énergies.
Boucle du Jardin des Évêques depuis Paimpont
Tourism professional13.55 mi
+728 ft
-699 ft
3 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Paimpont (Ille-et-Vilaine)
Boucle à vélo sur route permettant d'aller voir le Jardin des Évêques à Saint-Malo-de-Beignon en passant par le site historique des Forges de Paimpont et la vallée de l'Aff.
Val Sans Retour circular walk from Paimpont
22.42 mi
+1,112 ft
-1,089 ft
7 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Paimpont (Ille-et-Vilaine)
A cycle ride taking you to see the Val Sans Retour and the Church of the Grail in the village of Tréhorenteuc, passing by the Chêne à Guillotin, the Barenton Fountain, the Round Table of the New Knights and the Jardin au Moine burial mound.
Boucle Tombeau de Merlin depuis Paimpont
12.37 mi
+305 ft
-299 ft
2 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Paimpont (Ille-et-Vilaine)
Balade à vélo permettant d'aller découvrir le Chêne des Hindrés, le Tombeau de Merlin et la Fontaine de Jouvence.
Lake Tremelin and La Chambre au Loup from Paimpont
23.94 mi
+801 ft
-807 ft
6 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Paimpont (Ille-et-Vilaine)
A walk allowing you to discover Lake Tremelin from Paimpont, passing by the Chêne des Hindrés, the Vallon de la Chambre au Loup, Merlin’s Tomb and the Fountain of Youth. Lake Tremelin offers a chance to cool off with a swim at its beach.
In the Paimpont forest, passing by two lakes
5.96 mi
+46 ft
-46 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Paimpont (Ille-et-Vilaine)
A circular walk in the heart of unspoilt countryside. The route is ideal for a family outing or a walk with friends, with no difficulty involved. The route passes close to a cave at the start and offers a beautiful view of Brocéliande Castle at the Pas du Houx Pond halfway along the route.
Countryside and Canut valley via the Streams and Landes routes
7.54 mi
+574 ft
-574 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Lassy (Ille-et-Vilaine) (Ille-et-Vilaine)
A route allowing you to see the countryside and woods around Lassy, then reach the Canut valley and the moorland.
Best done clockwise to finish with the moorland and the view of the Canut valley.
Please note: the Canut crossing between (9) and (10) can be difficult after heavy rain.
There are a few road crossings, but visibility is fairly good to very good, making it easy to cross, but caution is advised.
Chambre au Loup circuit
6.05 mi
+240 ft
-230 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Iffendic (Ille-et-Vilaine)
The first part of this hike takes you into deep woods. Then you will discover the archaeological site of the medieval castle of Boutavent. Continue this hike through open areas with beautiful panoramic views and steep ascents and descents to reach the Étang de la Chambre au Loup.The return journey takes you back up a steep, open and rocky climb with breathtaking views.
:!: 9.07.2025: The signposting has been changed from blue to yellow.
Walk between two ponds in Brocéliande in Iffendic
9.10 mi
+131 ft
-138 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Iffendic (Ille-et-Vilaine)
The legendary Brocéliande is undoubtedly the most popular of all, but the natural Brocéliande is just as omnipresent.
It is the latter that you will discover on this hike, with Lake Trémelin, the Bois de la Roche Trébulente and Putenoë woods, and above all the Careil bird sanctuary... don't forget your binoculars!
From La Chambre au Loup to Boutavent Castle in Brocéliande
8.15 mi
+262 ft
-269 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Iffendic (Ille-et-Vilaine)
From Lake Trémelin: start with Les Landiers de Trémelin, then cross the Chambre au Loup valley with its woods and moors, followed by a visit to the ruins of Boutavent Castle, owned by the Lords of Gaël-Montfort in the 13th and 14th centuries, and return via the Putenoë woods to finish along the lake.
A hike from La Tête aux Pieds: nature, history and heritage.
Heathland, ponds and megaliths in Monteneuf
6.99 mi
+180 ft
-180 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Monteneuf (Morbihan)
Come and discover a remarkable megalithic site in the Landes de Monteneuf: a collection of standing stones, covered walkways and isolated menhirs. Although less spectacular than Carnac, it is nonetheless very interesting due to the presence of a site currently undergoing renovation, where regional archaeologists have recreated both the dwellings of the period and the methods used to raise the stones.
Monteneuf megalithic circular loop
7.18 mi
+331 ft
-322 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Monteneuf (Morbihan)
Set off to explore the dry and wet moors, home to a wide variety of flora and fauna. You will then come across several Neolithic burial monuments (La Loge Morinais, the Bordouès Covered Walkway). A little further on is the Pierres Droites megalithic site, one of the most important archaeological sites in central Brittany. It has 420 menhirs, around forty of which have been re-erected in their original location.