Pointe de Saint-Hernot - Île Vierge

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This little gem of the Breton coast is now closed to pedestrians, a victim of its own well-deserved success.
Visiting it from the coastal path remains a lovely experience that makes this short walk well worth it.

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
  • ↔
    Distance: 2.88 mi
  • ◔
    Average duration: 1h 35 
  • ▲
    Difficulty: Easy
  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
  • ↗
    Ascent: + 269 ft
  • ↘
    Descent: - 259 ft
  • ▲
    Highest point: 325 ft
  • ▼
    Lowest point: 121 ft
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Île Vierge from the coastal path.
The Saint-Hernot headland

Description of the walk

The starting point is at the Maison des Minéraux, which has a large car park along the D255.

(S/E) Take the wide track towards the west until you reach a T-junction.

(1) Turn right, heading south-west, along the track until you reach the end of the road at a T-junction.

(2) Turn left, heading east, to rejoin the coastal path.

(3) Turn left, heading north-east, to follow the coast along theGR®®34and reach the viewpoint at Pointe de Saint-Hernot or Île Vierge.

(4) Continue north on theGR®®34.

(5) Take the first path on the left to climb back up onto the track and follow this track to the left to reach the fork from the outward journey.

(1) Turn right to return to the car park (start/finish).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : mi 0 - alt. 187 ft - Maison des Minéraux car park
  2. 1 : mi 0.39 - alt. 276 ft - Vehicle track on the right
  3. 2 : mi 1.07 - alt. 325 ft - Path on the left
  4. 3 : mi 1.2 - alt. 299 ft - GR34 to the left
  5. 4 : mi 2 - alt. 121 ft - Viewpoint over the - Pointe de Saint-Hernot
  6. 5 : mi 2.25 - alt. 233 ft - Path on the left
  7. S/E : mi 2.88 - alt. 187 ft - Return to the car park

Notes

It is essential to follow the safety and conservation guidelines for the site so that others can continue to enjoy this magnificent place.

Worth a visit

Always be cautious and plan ahead when you're outdoors. Visorando and the author of this route cannot be held responsible for any accidents occurring on this route.

The GR® and PR® markings are the intellectual property of the Fédération Française de Randonnée Pédestre.

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Reviews and comments

4.7 / 5
Based on 16 reviews
Reliability of the description
4.4 / 5
Ease of following the route
4.6 / 5
Route interest
5 / 5
Mlaure-Thierry
Mlaure-Thierry

Overall rating : 3.7 / 5

Date of your route : Apr 08, 2026
Reliability of the description : ★★★☆☆ Average
Ease of following the route : ★★★☆☆ Average
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

On the map, it’s actually not very clear between numbers 4 and 5, because we turned left too early to join the track leading back to the starting point; we couldn’t find it straight away and had to turn back to find a narrow path that led into the hamlet of St Hernot

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User 28870037
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Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Apr 06, 2026
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A brilliant hike suitable for younger children, with excellent guidance. Stunning scenery. Great photo opportunities.

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User 7158444

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Oct 27, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Very beautiful hike

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User 25452479

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jun 19, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A very pleasant short hike with no particular difficulties and offering magnificent views.

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Cathcat
Cathcat

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jun 02, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

Lovely circular, very pleasant. Superb scenery. A few short sections that are a bit challenging...

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AdeleG
AdeleG

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Apr 26, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A very pleasant and accessible short hike. Beautiful scenery.

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JVS59000
JVS59000

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Apr 02, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Thank you for this simplified route, which offers one of the most beautiful views in Brittany. A complete change of scenery guaranteed.

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Dadicacou
Dadicacou

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Mar 01, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

A very pleasant short walk with so many beautiful landscapes.

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Christelle2776
Christelle2776

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 02, 2024
Reliability of the description : Not used / Not applicable
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A hike that will take your breath away!

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sachot54
sachot54

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Apr 22, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A lovely walk near Morgat, with a clear path despite the trees felled by the last terrible storm. Parking available at the mineral museum, which is worth a visit. Beautiful sea views – bring your binoculars. Suitable for the whole family, but bring walking shoes – no flip-flops or pushchairs. Small areas for picnics. Best enjoyed in spring and autumn.

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ajcdut
ajcdut

Overall rating : 1 / 5

Date of your route : Mar 14, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★☆☆☆☆ Very disappointing
Ease of following the route : ★☆☆☆☆ Very disappointing
Route interest : Not used / Not applicable
Very busy route : No

At first, we couldn't find the path because a fence and a house were blocking the way. We tried to find another way to reach the trail, but all of them are now built up. We ended up giving up.

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didier.morelle
didier.morelle

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 09, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A pleasant and beautiful route. For your information, part of the route has been modified around Île Vierge, passing a little lower than the old GPS track.

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Elo79
Elo79

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : May 29, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

Very beautiful hike. Access to the beach on Île Vierge is now prohibited, but the view of it from the trail is still very pretty. Very busy hike on this Whit Monday.

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MRCP
MRCP

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jul 22, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

A very pleasant hike with superb scenery. The route is just long enough and enjoyable enough to keep children interested.

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Nathbd
Nathbd

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Apr 20, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

An easy hike in a magnificent setting. The unspoilt island gradually reveals itself as you progress along the route.

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