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Tour of Pluguffan and the Bois des Korrigans
Visorando Member
5.69 mi
+226 ft
-256 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Pluguffan (Finistère)
A suburban walk taking you round Pluguffan and through wooded areas near the water catchment areas.
The little Bois des Korrigans offers the chance to discover a Neolithic dolmen.
Tradition often holds that dolmens are the homes of korrigans, the sprites of Breton folklore. Perhaps this is where the name of this wood comes from?
Kercaradec route from Kermoysan in Quimper
5.10 mi
+515 ft
-545 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Quimper (Finistère)
Starting from a highly urbanised area, this route passes through the small Bois de Kerjestin wood and leads into peaceful countryside, circling the hill of Kercaradec, an ancient Gallic archaeological site.
Numerous streams line this route, accompanying walkers with their gentle murmurings.
The hillsides of Penhars
5.12 mi
+361 ft
-351 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Quimper (Finistère)
Explore the hillsides of Penhars via the Bois du Séminaire and the Bois d'Amour, cross the ZUP and its allotments, discover the Manoir de Kermoysan tucked away amongst the buildings, and follow the Odet along the towpath: a varied itinerary on the outskirts of Quimper.
Kermabeuzen valley and stream, approached from the south
2.65 mi
+344 ft
-354 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Quimper (Finistère)
A peaceful walk through the valley where the Kermabeuzen stream flows. After passing under the magnificent double viaduct of Quimper’s north-western ring road, you head deep into the woodland, where the sound of traffic from the ring road quickly fades away. Only the murmur of the stream you’re following and the birdsong break the silence: peace and a change of scenery guaranteed just a stone’s throw from the town. The route passes close to the imposing Toulgoat Manor.
Along the Odet river via Corniguel and Kéraval Castle
6.13 mi
+167 ft
-161 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Quimper (Finistère)
Route south of Quimper following the towpath to Port du Corniguel, the city's maritime gateway. Continue along Kérogan Bay to discover Kéraval Castle.
At the source of the Goyen
7.05 mi
+522 ft
-525 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Plonéis (Finistère)
Route in rolling countryside mainly devoted to livestock farming, where the River Goyen has its source. Through wooded areas and along small country roads, this route takes you to two manor houses and a chapel in a rural setting. Its fountain, located at the bottom of a wild valley, is accessed by a staircase of 80 steps.
NB: some sections are tricky since Storm Ciaran.
L'Anse de Kerdour and L'Étang de Kerbernez via the Plomelin countryside
7.69 mi
+302 ft
-312 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Plomelin (Finistère)
Discover the soothing natural landscapes along the banks of a bend in the Odet.
L’Étang de Kerbernez, on a tributary of the river, offers a peaceful stroll through wooded surroundings.
Paths through the woods enhance this route.
Banks of the Odet and countryside in Plomelin
7.38 mi
+384 ft
-381 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Plomelin (Finistère)
The route alternates between countryside, the Odet river and wooded areas around Plomelin on the outskirts of Quimper.
Around Plomelin
6.21 mi
+335 ft
-341 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Plomelin (Finistère)
Route along the banks of the Odet, then around Plomelin: passing the newly renovated Rossulien Mill, with a fine view of Kerambleiz Castle, one of the many castles overlooking this small coastal river.
The grand tour of Plomelin
12.46 mi
+420 ft
-436 ft
6h 05
Moderate
Departure from Plomelin (Finistère)
Plomelin offers many possible routes starting from the village. Several have already been suggested on Visorando
This longer route aims to give a more comprehensive view of this wooded commune, bordered by the River Odet and rich in heritage.
Towards the banks of the Odet in Plomelin
5.05 mi
+266 ft
-266 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Plomelin (Finistère)
A pleasant route, mostly wooded, overlooking the banks of the Odet. Pass by the old Rossulien Mill, which has been restored and is located in a beautiful green setting. View of Kerambleiz Castle overlooking the river.
South-east of Plomelin via Anse de Combrit
7.83 mi
+302 ft
-302 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Plomelin (Finistère)
After some lovely stretches through the woods, we follow the Anse de Combrit, one of the Odet’s many coves.
We reach the site of Lestremeur with its pond, fountain, wash house, bread oven and majestic dovecote. We pass the old manor house and follow a small road lined with imposing beech trees.
We’ll walk through the pastures where the horses and ponies from the riding centre graze, before returning to the banks of the Odet.
There is an option to take a detour leading to the Roman baths at Perennou, with a view of the castle.
À l'Ouest de Plomelin par le Golf et l'Étang de Kerbernez
6.21 mi
+279 ft
-279 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Plomelin (Finistère)
Passing by the Rossulien site and its mill, then below Kerambleïz Castle which overlooks the Odet, this route continues along a quiet path that runs alongside Kernernez Golf Course to rejoin the banks of the Odet.After going round the Étang de Kerbernez, the return journey takes you through the Plomelin countryside.
Hike around the St. Alouarn mill
5.91 mi
+482 ft
-453 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Guengat (Finistère)
Discover the remains of the Manor of Saint-Alouarn and the mill, via the Quimper-Douarnenez bike route and country roads.
Family walk at the Vire-Court site
2.56 mi
+377 ft
-397 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Plomelin (Finistère)
This circular loop, mainly through the forest, offers beautiful views of the meandering Odet river and a stunning vista of Kerambleïz Castle perched on the hilltop.
Also worth discovering is the Rossulien Mill, which was restored in 2020 and is now operational (free to visit).