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Penmarch walks
Loop via Kérity, the Pointe de Penmarch and the old Birinik train line
From the market town of Penmarch, this route leads to the seafront, past the Port de Kérity, the Pointe de Penmarch with its imposing Eckmül lighthouse, and the Chapel of Notre-Dame de la Joie right on the seafront. The return journey takes you along the old railway line between Pont-l'Abbé and Saint-Guénolé.
Pointe de Penmarc'h via the port of Saint-Guénolé
From the small port of Kérity, which had a flourishing maritime past as evidenced by its church, we walk along the old railway line that has been converted into a cycle path.
After crossing a natural area, we reach the port of Saint-Guénolé and take the time to soak up its atmosphere.
Continue along the coastline, dotted with places of remembrance: Notre-Dame de la Joie Chapel, Pointe de Penmarc'h and its imposing lighthouse. A piece of maritime history is present here.
The Eckmühl Lighthouse and the Chapel of Notre-Dame de la Joie from Kérity
From the port of Kérity, this short route takes you to Pointe de Penmarch with its imposing Eckmül lighthouse and the Notre-Dame de la Joie chapel perched right on the seafront. The return journey follows the old railway line that linked Pont-l'Abbé and Saint-Guénolé, back to Kérity and the Church of Sainte-Thumette.
Route coastal and Lescors Marshes in Saint-Guénolé
Easy coastal path facing the open sea: beach and imposing rocks.
Pass by the square tower of Saint-Guénolé.
Return via the marshes and dunes.
Route de Saint-Côme
Countryside route allowing you to discover the Kerfland Menhirs as well as Saint-Côme Chapel and its fountain.
Between megaliths and crosses in Plobannalec-Lesconil
Follow this short route, created by the "Lire à Plobannalec" association, and head into the countryside to discover various elements of the local heritage: megalithic sites, crosses and fountains.
Megalithic circuit
Discover the megaliths (dolmens, covered passageway, menhir) facing the open sea.
Return via the coastal path and Lesconil Port.
Gardens, heritage, greenway and river around Pont-l'Abbé
This semi-urban route begins with a visit to the Jardin des Camélias, which has been recently renovated but is little known despite its location in the heart of the town. It continues with a tour of the main monuments of Pont-l'Abbé before heading out into the countryside on the outskirts of Tréméoc and returning to the starting point via a greenway and the banks of the Pont-l'Abbé river.
Seaside and countryside between Lesconil and Loctudy
This route combines sections along the coast, at least when hikers are not diverted due to the privatisation of certain sections of the coastline, small country roads and a path along the Ster estuary, a river whose appearance changes with the tide. Along the way, you will discover three chapels and a manor house.
Please note: after point (11), thePR®® is prohibited by municipal decree. You must follow the diversion put in place (August 2021).
Moulin Neuf Pond from Bonne Nouvelle Chapel
From the Bonne-Nouvelle Chapel, Kelou Mad in Breton, a route along a sunken lane and path bordering a wetland area where the Pont-l'Abbé River flows after passing through the Moulin Neuf reservoir leads to the edge of this body of water. The route continues around this reserve, created in 1977 to supply drinking water to eleven municipalities in the Pont-l'Abbé region. Visitors can enjoy the peaceful, shaded surroundings and take the time to observe the birds that frequent this stretch of water.
Between the north and south of Pont-l'Abbé
This route from north to south of Pont-l'Abbé allows you to discover pieces of the town's history. The Saint-Jacques de Lambour Chapel with its decapitated bell tower is a reminder of the Red Cap Revolt of 1675. The greenway follows a section of the old Transbigouden railway line that linked Pont-L'Abbé to Quimper and operated until 1963 the Château des Barons, built in the 13th and 14th centuries by the Barons of Pont, who became powerful lords, the inhabited bridge and, finally, the 19th-century towpath , built to cope with an increase in traffic and tonnage in the port.
Towpath and undergrowth along the Pont-l'Abbé River
This short walk from Pont-l'Abbé offers a wealth of heritage. It starts on the towpath along the river and continues through the woods past the Manoir de Trévannec before returning to the starting point.
Along the Pont-L'Abbé river
Wooded route following the right bank of the Pont-L'Abbé river towards its estuary between Île-Tudy and the port of Loctudy. The river is dotted with small private islands connected to the bank by a bridge.After passing by the Chapelle du Croaziou chapel, the return journey takes you through the countryside along a long farm track.The landscape in the first part of the route is completely different depending on the tide level.
Manor of Lestremec and Etang du Moulin Neuf
After walking along woodland paths to admire the manor "Manoir de Lestremec", we skirt the pond "Etang du Moulin Neuf".A short detour to enjoy the peace and quiet of the chapel "Chapelle de Kelou Mad" before returning along the greenway.
The Pont-L'Abbé water tower as a landmark.
The Moulin Neuf lake walk
This is an easy walk around the reservoir, which supplies drinking water to eleven municipalities in the Pont-l'Abbé region. You can enjoy the peaceful, shaded surroundings and take the time to watch the birds that frequent this stretch of water: coots, gulls, grebes and a small colony of swans.
Discover the Roman baths at Pérennou
After walking through the countryside, visit the Roman baths at Perennou, which were restored in 2011, then return via the Lestremeur site and along the Combrit cove.
Étang du Corroac'h circuit
After passing the Lestremeur site, with its manor house and dovecote, continue through wooded areas to reach the Étang du Corroac'h. The return journey is via the greenway and then country lanes.
In the rolling countryside of Plozévet and Pouldreuzic
Route through the countryside of two neighbouring municipalities, along paths between fields and small roads offering regular views of the sea.Beautiful religious heritage along the way: chapels and calvaries.
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