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Route of the two churches and three chapels around Plozévet
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15.62 mi
+591 ft
-587 ft
7h 40
Difficult
Departure from Plozévet (Finistère)
Discover two churches, three chapels, picturesque hamlets, valleys and a curious menhir in the countryside between Plozévet and Pouldreuzic via a greenway, idyllic footpaths and quiet country lanes.
Note: this route includes a few potentially tricky sections. See Practical Information.
Via the Chapelle de la Trinité and the Plozévet wind turbines
6.35 mi
+72 ft
-72 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Plozévet (Finistère)
A peaceful countryside route alternating between quiet country lanes, wide paths and tracks used by herds of cows.At the start, the imposing Chapel of La Trinité and, along the route, the wind farm at Plozévet and the surrounding villages. The La Trinité district was once a major centre for tailors and embroiderers.
The chapels of La Trinité and Saint-Ronan
7.68 mi
+102 ft
-102 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Plozévet (Finistère)
This circular route offers a view of the northern part of Plozévet. From the Chapel of the Trinity, the route passes close to the wind farm before reaching the site of the small Chapel of Saint-Ronan. The return journey offers the chance to walk along part of the old railway line and the “carrot train”, then explore the churchyard with its menhir-shaped war memorial featuring sculptures by René Quillivic.
Between the old railway line and the wild valleys at Plozévet
6.53 mi
+371 ft
-387 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Plozévet (Finistère)
An old railway line called the "carrot train", a dark coniferous forest, small winding roads, a wide view of the Bigouden coast and a long passage at the bottom of a wild valley where only the murmur of the stream disturbs the silence.
The wash houses in Plozévet
2.80 mi
+236 ft
-217 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Plozévet (Finistère)
As you wander through the Bigouden countryside, you’ll discover five wash houses, two seaweed kilns and superb views stretching from land to sea.
Plozévet route, between sea and countryside
5.86 mi
+322 ft
-341 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Plozévet (Finistère)
After following the coastal path overlooking Audierne Bay, we climb a little higher into the countryside. We pass through small villages and discover rustic fountains while enjoying views of the sea.
Porz-Poulhan via the Moulin de Tréouzien and archaeological sites
6.87 mi
+440 ft
-440 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Plouhinec (Finistère)
Departing from the small port of Porz-Poulhan, discover the renovated and working Moulin de Tréouzien mill and the Chapelle Saint-They chapel, then return along the coast, visiting the archaeological sites.
Route de Porz Poulhan sur la côte Bigouden
4.12 mi
+266 ft
-253 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Plouhinec (Finistère)
The beautiful paths of this short route take us through the countryside of Porz Poulhan in the Plozévet area of the Bigouden region, passing through two lush, shady valleys. Along the way, you’ll come across restored mills and wash houses,The walk ends with a view of the blue sea along the shore, allowing you to enjoy the sea from above.
From Saint-Demet to Penhors and the Menhir "Des Droits de l'Homme"
6.66 mi
+138 ft
-167 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Plozévet (Finistère)
Starting from the Saint-Demet Chapel, you will reach the Notre-Dame-de-Penhors Chapel and follow the coastal path to the "Human Rights" menhir.
The Plozévet countryside and the seaside via Penhors
6.86 mi
+102 ft
-102 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Plozévet (Finistère)
Chapels, an old mill, unspoilt countryside, a restored bread oven and the seaside via the small port of Penhors and its pebble beach. Return via paths through the fields.
Walk from Saint-Ronan to Plozévet
1.99 mi
+30 ft
-30 ft
0h 55
Easy
Departure from Plozévet (Finistère)
The Haut Pays Bigouden Community of Communes is responsible for managing the drinking water catchments in the area between Plozévet and Landudec. To this end, it manages a protection zone comprising wooded areas.
This walk takes you through this area of deciduous woodland (oaks, chestnut trees and beech trees) along a well-signposted path.
The walk also offers the chance to discover the idyllic site of the Saint-Ronan Chapel with its votive fountain.
From Saint Ronan Chapel to the wind turbines
7.58 mi
+72 ft
-66 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Plozévet (Finistère)
This walk, punctuated by stops for exercise, allows you to discover the Chapel of Saint Ronan in its setting with the fountain and the granite sarcophagus, and to stroll around the wind turbines and through the woodland.
Prehistoric sites, chapel and fountains against the backdrop of the sea in Plouhinec
6.01 mi
+351 ft
-358 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Plouhinec (Finistère)
A journey from the late Lower Palaeolithic with the Menez Drégan cave, through the Neolithic with the Souch necropolis, then the old guardhouse dating from 1747; this coastal route then leads to valleys where sacred fountains are nestled, as well as the little Saint-They Chapel.Beautiful landscapes and wonderful discoveries.
Countryside and heritage from Lababan, a former parish of Pouldreuzic
4.44 mi
+154 ft
-128 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Pouldreuzic (Finistère)
This short route along farm tracks offers beautiful panoramic views of the countryside and the coastal area.Several heritage sites along the way: wayside crosses and chapels.
In the rolling countryside of Plozévet and Pouldreuzic
7.19 mi
+364 ft
-348 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Pouldreuzic (Finistère)
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.
Discovering Pouldreuzic
6.70 mi
+144 ft
-144 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Pouldreuzic (Finistère)
Pouldreuzic came to prominence following the publication, in 1975, of Pierre JaKez Hélias’s book *Le cheval d’Orgueil*, which was subsequently adapted into a film in 1980 by Claude Chabrol.Another local claim to fame: the little Hénaff pâté tin, produced since 1915, has its own eco-museum here. The top of the water tower even bears the image of the famous tin.This route also passes close to the “Kerné” cider house, another of the town’s flagship products.The route begins at Lababan Chapel and its cemetery, before heading out into the beautiful countryside.
Saint-Demet route starting from Lababan
7.18 mi
+367 ft
-367 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Pouldreuzic (Finistère)
Starting from the chapel of Lababan in Pouldreuzic, we will take the old "carrot train" railway line to return via the wetlands of Plozévet.
Countryside around Lababan in Pouldreuzic
6.77 mi
+495 ft
-495 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Pouldreuzic (Finistère)
Set amongst trees, the church at Lababan and its cemetery, bearing witness to the history of this former parish now part of Poudreuzic, a fountain lost in the woods, a section of the old “Train Carottes” railway line, wild valleys and the restored bread oven near the Moulin de Crémenec – this is what awaits you on this hike through the peaceful countryside.
Around Penhors
3.89 mi
+33 ft
-36 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Pouldreuzic (Finistère)
A short circular walk combining a seaside route with views of Audierne Bay, a section near a small coastal pond, and the chance to discover a somewhat forgotten dolmen as well as the famous Chapel of Notre-Dame de Penhors.
Poulguidou Pond, Lambabu Chapel from Mahalon
6.83 mi
+256 ft
-226 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Mahalon (Finistère)
A route through the wooded countryside of Mahalon, passing through a protected area for water catchment – the Poulguidou Pond – and the well-preserved hamlet of Lambabu.Fountains, a chapel and a cross bear witness to this village’s past.
Please note: The bridge over the Goyen has collapsed. Head to Mahalon via Landudec, then Guiler-sur-Goyen.
The Mahalon countryside via Meilars
5.57 mi
+423 ft
-423 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Mahalon (Finistère)
A route exploring the Mahalon countryside via Meilars and the River Goyen,
Please note: The bridge over the Goyen has collapsed; the walk is currently impassable (contact the town hall for information on when it will reopen).
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