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Plougonven walks
From Plougonven to the two menhirs via the Bois de Gaspern
Visorando Member
9.48 mi
+732 ft
-735 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Plougonven (Finistère)
A gateway into Finistère via the Monts d’Arrée: the small medieval town of Plougonven, with its parish enclosure, lies close to the Gaspern forest. At the southern end of this route, two menhirs stand alone in a field.
Around Guerlesquin
10.74 mi
+781 ft
-774 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Guerlesquin (Finistère)
Guerlesquin, a small town full of character, was known in the 11th century for its fairs. From the 17th century, beautiful buildings remain in the town centre: the Présidial, the Market Halls and the Church. The town is close to the Étang du Guic, where two fine sandy beaches await walkers.After walking around the lake, we explore the nearby forest, moving in turn from Finistère into Côtes-d’Armor before returning to Finistère. Indeed, it is the river ‘Le Guic’ that forms the departmental boundary.
The Jarlot and Tromorgan valleys
9.14 mi
+833 ft
-840 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Plourin-lès-Morlaix (Finistère)
Explore the narrow streets and traditional houses of Morlaix, then follow the Morlaix-Carhaix greenway and the Jarlot and Tromorgant valleys.
Walk in Plouégat-Guérand
0.72 mi
+13 ft
-13 ft
0h 20
Easy
Departure from Plouégat-Guérand (Finistère)
A walk to discover the beautiful Saint-Agapit Church in Plouégat-Guérand, with its rich collection of polychrome sculptures, as well as a pretty fountain. The main street, Place du Bourg, is lined with traditional village houses.
Porz Meur Tumulus Route
3.31 mi
+213 ft
-194 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Plouégat-Guérand (Finistère)
This is a short, easy route that takes you through the village and allows you to discover the fully restored Saint-Agapit Church, the Porz Meur Tumulus, which probably dates back to the Bronze Age, and the surrounding countryside.
The Pennélé Valley and the River Morlaix
7.08 mi
+686 ft
-715 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Martin-des-Champs (Finistère) (Finistère)
After crossing a residential area via shaded paths, don’t be put off by a short stretch of tarmac running parallel to the main road. After Bot-Balan, the route consists solely of forest paths along the river. After the Chapel of La Salette, a magnificent covered walkway will take you back to the start.
The Beurc’hoat route in Scrignac
Local authority
4.63 mi
+387 ft
-390 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Scrignac (Finistère)
On this walk, you’ll follow a short section of the Voie Verte No. 7 (La Vélodyssée ) before heading into the northern part of the Huelgoat Forest and passing through several hamlets in the Monts d’Arrée.
The lower Douron valley
8.71 mi
+361 ft
-348 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Plouégat-Guérand (Finistère)
Starting from the village of Pont Menou, follow the River Douron to its estuary between the headlands of Locquirec and l’Armorique. After enjoying a few views of the open sea, you’ll return via the higher ground of the valley. The route passes through numerous hamlets, some with beautiful houses, chapels and fountains, as well as ancient Roman baths. You’ll also enjoy stunning views of the Tour d’Argent and Île Blanche manor houses.
From Saint-Antoine to Dourduff-en-Mer via Poulhouët
6.43 mi
+482 ft
-482 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Plouezoc'h (Finistère)
A picturesque walk through woods and fields with panoramic views of Morlaix Bay.
The circular routes of the Chapelles route south of Plestin-les-Grèves
7.68 mi
+384 ft
-413 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Plestin-les-Grèves (Côtes-d'Armor)
This is an easy walk, except for the distance, which combines sunken paths and wide forest lanes, as well as chapels and castles, not to mention streams and brooks, with the English Channel as a backdrop.
Walk from Mathurine to Locquénolé
1.52 mi
+167 ft
-167 ft
0h 50
Easy
Departure from Locquénolé (Finistère)
Mathurine was a young girl who spent her holidays in Locquénolé in 1925, regularly sending postcards to her parents depicting various places in the village, accompanied by a short story. The village has devised this short walk taking in the sites shown on these postcards. It is marked by information boards. You’ll discover a beautiful church, a wash house and some remarkable trees.
Morlaix Bay from Locquénolé
7.30 mi
+768 ft
-758 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Locquénolé (Finistère)
This hike allows you to discover the Morlaix river and bay from the heights of Locquénolé. Splendid views await you.
The Corniche de l'Armorique starting from Plestin-les-Grèves
6.80 mi
+407 ft
-410 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Plestin-les-Grèves (Côtes-d'Armor)
Setting off from Plestin-les-Grèves, you very quickly catch sight of Grève Saint-Michel, where, at low tide, the English Channel recedes into the horizon, creating a vast expanse for all kinds of wind sports: sand yachting, windsurfing, kite flying, etc...
Then, following theGR®34, you walk along the Corniche de l’Armorique, discovering Lannion Bay and the mouth of the Douron. Opposite lies Locquirec and Finistère.
History is also present in the form of the Gallo-Roman thermal baths.
Le Roc'h Trédudon via the north and then south flanks
10.66 mi
+876 ft
-860 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from La Feuillée (Finistère)
Discover the superb panoramic views to the north and south from the summit of the Monts d'Arrée. This fairly strenuous hike takes you across the moorland ridges, through the small village of Plounéour-Ménez, and then along the wooded paths of the forest around La Feuillée.
Saint-Haran circular
4.78 mi
+135 ft
-135 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Plestin-les-Grèves (Côtes-d'Armor)
Hike along the banks of the Douron: nature, birds, tranquillity. The Saint-Haran circular route is part of the chapel route.
The Douron Valley
6.64 mi
+381 ft
-361 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Plestin-les-Grèves (Côtes-d'Armor)
Discover the banks of the Douron, the coastal river that separates the Côtes d'Armor and Finistère departments. Right from the start, you will have to cross a pass: the Col de Saint-Haran (24 metres!), as indicated on the sign at the top. You will cross into a different department when you cross the bridge next to the Moulin de Moualhic, and again at Pont Menou.
The tip of Armorique
4.43 mi
+328 ft
-318 ft
2h 20
Moderate
Departure from Plestin-les-Grèves (Côtes-d'Armor)
A beautiful hike, much of it taking place along the seafront corniche. Along the way, you can add a visit to a Gallo-Roman site and take a refreshing dip!
On the ridges of the Monts d'Arrée
7.85 mi
+499 ft
-525 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from La Feuillée (Finistère)
This hike takes you from the foot of the Monts d'Arrée to the ridge, which rises to 385 m, with superb panoramic views on both sides.
Tréduder and its streams
6.15 mi
+673 ft
-643 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Tréduder (Côtes-d'Armor)
The commune of Tréduder is bounded by three streams: to the west, the Roscoat; to the south, the Dour Plat, which flows into the Yar, marking the commune’s eastern boundary. This walk takes you along these streams, but numerous small streams feed into them, making certain sections very wet in spring.
Pointe de l’Armorique from Saint-Efflam
5.25 mi
+344 ft
-341 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Plestin-les-Grèves (Côtes-d'Armor)
A circular walk starting from Saint-Efflam, initially through the countryside, dotted with fountains and a few pretty houses, before reaching the Douron estuary and continuing along the coastal path beside the Douron cove, then along the Pointe de l’Armorique cliff-top path, between the headlands of Plestin and Beg Douar. You’ll pass by the ancient Roman baths at Hogolo and have the option of heading down to some small beaches.
The Grand Rocher of Saint-Efflam
3.69 mi
+469 ft
-476 ft
2h 05
Moderate
Departure from Plestin-les-Grèves (Côtes-d'Armor)
The Grand Rocher towers 84 m above the Lieue de Grève and offers stunning views in all directions. You’ll climb to the top during this walk, which also takes you along the beach and through the countryside, past beautiful country houses and the Saint-Efflam Fountain.
Circular route in Plestin-les-Grèves from Saint-Efflam to Sainte-Barbe and the Grand Rocher.
8.21 mi
+830 ft
-814 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Plestin-les-Grèves (Côtes-d'Armor)
This beautiful circular walk is divided into two parts.
The first part follows the customs officers' path and runs along the seafront, passing numerous viewpoints, headlands and beaches until it reaches the banks of the Douron estuary.
The second part winds through the countryside of valleys and hamlets, revealing pretty manor houses before reaching its climax at the seaside, at an altitude of 84 metres, at the top of the Grand Rocher, which offers an exceptional view of almost the entire bay of Lannion and the Plestinaise countryside.
The Roc’h ar Bic route in La Feuillée
11.25 mi
+476 ft
-446 ft
5h 35
Difficult
Departure from La Feuillée (Finistère)
This walk takes you through the valleys and over the peaks of La Feuillée, once the seat of a very important commandery of the Order of the Hospitallers of St John of Jerusalem.
Roc'h an Teuz route in La Feuillée
8.75 mi
+472 ft
-472 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from La Feuillée (Finistère)
On the border between Léon and Cornouaille, at the foot of the Roc'h mountain range (Roc'h Trédudon, Roc'h Trévézel), the iconic backbone of the Monts d'Arrée, La Feuillée, Brittany's highest village, is well worth a visit.
The Grand Rocher and the Pointe de l'Armorique
8.57 mi
+853 ft
-853 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Plestin-les-Grèves (Côtes-d'Armor)
Discover Grève Saint-Michel: a bay where the sea retreats more than 2 km; first by climbing the Grand Rocher for a breathtaking panorama, then, closer up, by walking along the beach, and finally, admiring it from the famousGR®34hiking trail. You will continue to admire Lannion Bay as you skirt around the Pointe de l'Armorique and, more specifically, the Pointe de Plestin, before following the Douron estuary, admiring the chapel and fountain, and returning to Saint-Efflam.
Barnenez Peninsula and Térénez Cove
5.38 mi
+423 ft
-413 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Plouezoc'h (Finistère)
Barnenez is best known for the cairn that dominates the headland and stands out in the landscape. It is also a peninsula that you can walk around. Whether you walk along the Anse de Térenez or the Morlaix River, at high or low tide, you will find yourself in a multifaceted place, with the majestic site of the entrance to the Morlaix River and its iconic monuments as a backdrop.