Quéménéven walks

The Kergoat route via Locronan

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Le circuit de Kergoat par Locronan

Departure from Quéménéven (Finistère)

Countryside route along sunken paths connecting Kergoat Chapel to the town of Locronan and back along the Forêt du Duc.

In the countryside between Saint-Albin and Quéménéven

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Dans la campagne entre Saint-Albin et Quéménéven

Departure from Plogonnec (Finistère)

A route through the countryside with rolling hills offering wide open views. The route mainly follows quiet country lanes. Discover picturesque views, including Ménez Hom (330m), which marks the western end of the Montagnes Noires range.

Chapels of Briec and the Ménez-Roc'h-Meur site

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Chapelles de Briec et site de Ménez-Roc'h-Meur

Departure from Landrévarzec (Finistère)

A countryside route to discover three chapels, all situated in remarkable locations. The chapel at Saint-Venec is particularly well known for its calvary and its majestic fountain. The route also leads to Ménez-Roc'h-Meur, from where the view stretches across the entire Bay of Douarnenez.

The Kergoat Route

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Le Circuit de Kergoat

Departure from Quéménéven (Finistère)

Countryside route offering views of the Notre Dame de Kergoat Chapel (16th century, famous for Jules Breton's painting "Le Pardon de Kergoat" 1891, on display at the Quimper Museum of Fine Arts. Pass by the fountain and the edge of the Forêt du Duc.

Countryside and heritage in Landrévarzec

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Campagne et patrimoine à Landrévarzec

Departure from Landrévarzec (Finistère)

A discovery route through authentic countryside, enhanced by the village of Quilinen with its chapel, calvary and fountain, listed as historic monuments since 1990. The interior of the chapel and the calvary have recently been restored. Two other fountains are also of interest.

In the Stéïr valley, starting from Pont Quéau

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Dans la vallée du Stéïr au départ de Pont Quéau

Departure from Quimper (Finistère)

A hilly route through the countryside where the Stéïr, a tributary of the Odet, flows.

In the woods of Saint-Gildas between the chapel and the wind turbines.

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Dans le bois de Saint-Gildas entre chapelle et éoliennes

Departure from Cast (Finistère)

From the clearing surrounded by beech, chestnut and cypress trees, discover the long Saint-Gildas Chapel and, a little further down, its associated fountain, then venture into the Saint-Gildas woods overlooking the Châteaulin valley. Continue through this area where there are numerous wind turbines.The long climb up the old Châteaulin-Quimper Roman road may leave you panting before you reach the bare heights of Ménez Quelc'h. Currently being revised

On the heights of Locronan

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Sur les hauteurs de Locronan

Departure from Locronan (Finistère)

Along beautiful paths through the woods and small roads, this route takes you up the Montagne de Locronan, where the little Chapelle ar Sonj chapel is located, an essential stop on the various troménies: viewpoint over Locronan and the entire Porzay region from Ménez Hom to the Bay of Douarnenez. The route continues down into the woods to the imposing Chapelle Saint-Thélau chapel, before returning via the historic centre of Locronan.

Around and in Locronan

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Autour et dans Locronan

Departure from Locronan (Finistère)

This short route takes you through the north-western part of the Locronan countryside with its beautiful sunken paths and passes by some of the iconic sites of this village, which is classified as a "Petite Cité de caractère de France" (Small Town of Character in France): the Manoir de Kerguénolé, the Chapelle Notre-Dame de Bonne Nouvelle and, of course, the central square with the Église Saint-Ronan. Let yourself be guided through the many narrow streets.

Menfouest Chapel Route

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Circuit de la Chapelle de Menfouest

Departure from Quimper (Finistère)

Starting from the Menfouest Chapel and its bucolic setting, this route will first take you along small country lanes through countryside dominated by cattle farming.

Locronan Mountain Route

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Circuit de la montagne de Locronan

Departure from Plogonnec (Finistère)

Let's climb Locronan Mountain, where we will have a view of the Porzay basin and Douarnenez Bay. Along the way, we can admire the Saint-Théleau Chapel and the Kerguénolé Manor and its grounds overlooking the village of Locronan.

Via the Locronan mountain

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Par la montagne de Locronan

Departure from Locronan (Finistère)

From the lively village of Locronan, climb the mountain that overlooks it, offering a beautiful panorama from the Bay of Douarnenez to the last peak of the Black Mountains, Ménez Hom (330 m).A beautiful descent takes you back to the countryside and its sunken paths to return to the heart of the former weavers' town.

Route in the country via the Bonnescat mill

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Circuit en campagne par le moulin de Bonnescat

Departure from Plogonnec (Finistère)

Countryside route overlooking the Kerganapé stream and its mills.

In the Steïr valley

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Dans la vallée du Steïr

Departure from Plogonnec (Finistère)

This route, very close to Quimper, alternates between small country lanes and sections through woodland. It also takes you along the right bank of the River Steïr, allowing you to explore the valley floor and the infrastructure for the Quimper-Brest railway line. At the start, the small Seznec chapel, dating from 1673, with its calvary in the enclosure.

Passing by the Saint-Alouarn Mill

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En passant par le Moulin de Saint-Alouarn

Departure from Plogonnec (Finistère)

Following small country lanes, wooded paths and the old railway line converted into a greenway, let’s go and see the old feudal mill at Saint-Alouarn.

Through the Bois du Névet forest from Locronan

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Par le Bois du Névet depuis Locronan

Departure from Locronan (Finistère)

The route combines views of the historic centre of Locronan with a walk through part of the Bois du Névet forest.Return via sunken paths and a visit to the Chapelle de la Bonne Nouvelle chapel.

Along the sunken paths around Locronan

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Par les chemins creux autour de Locronan

Departure from Locronan (Finistère)

Like the troménie ("troménie" is a French adaptation of the Breton tro-minihi, literally tour - tro - du minihi, derived from the Latin monachia - monastic space in the early Middle Ages), this route will take you around Locronan. You will mainly follow old sunken paths and discover beautiful granite farmhouses. Near the end of your route, a high point will offer you a view of the Bay of Douarnenez.

Locronan and its bocage

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Locronan et son bocage

Departure from Locronan (Finistère)

After wandering through the streets and alleys of Locronan, follow the paths through the bocage to return via the Bois du Névet.

In the heart of Locronan

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Au cœur de Locronan

Departure from Locronan (Finistère)

Through streets, alleys and paths, this route takes you on a journey of discovery through the heart of Locronan, a former weaving village and small town of character.From the 15th century onwards, the hemp and flax trade brought wealth to the town through the sailcloth market, which supplied the largest ships of the time.The impressive granite buildings are a testament to this today.

Locronan countryside and edge of Bois du Névet

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Campagne de Locronan et lisière du Bois du Névet

Departure from Locronan (Finistère)

After passing through the countryside north-west of Locronan, this route turns south-west and ends at the edge of the Bois du Névet. It continues mainly along the edge of the forest before returning to Locronan.

The small troménie route of Locronan

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Circuit de la petite troménie de Locronan

Departure from Locronan (Finistère)

Every six years, Locronan hosts "la Grande Troménie", an unchanging pilgrimage of around 12 km around the sacred boundaries of the former monastery of Locronan. The last one took place in July 2025. The "Petite Troménie" takes place annually, during the five years between two Grande Troménies. It only follows small roads. This route follows this route.

In the Bois du Névet via the Chapelle Saint-Pierre

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Dans le Bois du Névet par le Chapelle Saint-Pierre

Departure from Plogonnec (Finistère)

Starting from the beautiful Saint-Pierre Chapel, this route ventures into the Bois du Névet, a deciduous forest. The route follows paths along the edge of the forest, a few sections of wide forest lanes and, towards the end, a wilder path above the Manoir du Névet estate. In summer, you will appreciate the shaded route and in autumn, the colours of the foliage.

Passing by La Roche du Feu

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En passant par la Roche du Feu

Departure from Gouézec (Finistère)

The route passes by the Roche du Feu (Karreg an Tan), the highest point of the Montagnes Noires (281m).

Hent Glaz (the Briec tower)

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Hent Glaz (le tour de Briec)

Departure from Briec (Finistère)

The Hent Glaz route (the Briec tour) showcases the surrounding countryside and the wetlands and wooded areas of Briec through streams and warrens. You will discover panoramic views towards Landudal and Edern, a passage close to the Manoir de la Boissière, Anita Conti Park, the heights of Briec de l'Odet, then the future urban forest of 7,000 newly planted trees and beautiful meadows and wetlands that will remind you of a bayou. Don't be surprised if you come across a deer or see a buzzard hovering above you in the unspoilt, natural vegetation, which is rich in biodiversity.

Le Juch - Douarnenez circular via the Greenway

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Boucle le Juch - Douarnenez par la Voie Verte

Departure from Guengat (Finistère)

This route follows the route of the old Quimper - Douarnenez railway line.Along the way, take a short detour to pass through the village of Le Juch and cross Douarnenez along the seafront.

Hike around the St. Alouarn mill

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Autour du Moulin de Saint-Alouarn

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.

Saint-Laurent Chapel and Aulne Canal from Saint-Coulitz

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Chapelle de Saint-Laurent et canal de l'Aulne à partir de Saint-Coulitz

Departure from Saint-Coulitz (Finistère)

Hike along small roads, paths and towpaths to discover Saint-Coulitz, its religious heritage and the beauty of the surrounding nature.

Canal route departing from the former station

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Circuit du canal au départ de l'ancienne gare

Departure from Châteaulin (Finistère)

Set off on foot along the former Châteaulin-Carhaix railway line, overlooking the still-canalised Aulne river, continue along an old Roman road, then follow the towpath of the Nantes-Brest Canal to discover the heart of Châteaulin at the end of the route.

Along the Aulne in Châteaulin

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Le long de l'Aulne à Châteaulin

Departure from Châteaulin (Finistère)

With the River Aulne, in its final stretch before the sea, as our guide, let’s set off to explore Port-Launay, a former river port. Let’s follow the towpath and then climb up to the Notre-Dame Chapel, which offers a view of Châteaulin, before returning to the river.

In the Guengat countryside

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Dans la campagne de Guengat

Departure from Guengat (Finistère)

Following the former Quimper-Douarnenez railway line at times, take a detour to discover the Saint-Thégonnec Chapel and its fountain inside. Return to the village of Guengat via small country roads.

Around the logging trails of Aulne by the Vieux-Bourg

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Circuit du contre-halage de l'Aulne par le Vieux-Bourg

Departure from Lothey (Finistère)

Make your way gently along the the Aulne following the logging trail. Views over the lock keepers’ houses located on the other side. Passage through the Vieux-Bourg and its St-They church, the birthplace of the parish of Lothey until 1846.

Via the towpath and the highest point at Lothey

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Par le contre-halage et le point culminant de Lothey

Departure from Lothey (Finistère)

This little-used route descends towards the towpath of the channelled Aulne and follows the river, lined with beautiful ash trees.After the somewhat noisy stretch under the N165 bridge, the route continues along quiet country lanes and several grassy paths to reach the highest point in the commune of Lothey (166 m), offering a sweeping panorama of the Châteaulin basin which separates the Monts d’Arrée from the Montagnes Noires.Finish with a return trip to the wash house and the Saint-Fiacre fountain.

Around the Odet at Stangala

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Autour de l'Odet au Stangala

Departure from Ergué-Gabéric (Finistère)

This short walk allows you to explore a part of the Stangala site that is relatively steep and to follow the River Odet. Returning via a small road allows you to complete a circular route, avoiding the more difficult sections.

Along the Odet at Stangala

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En longeant l'Odet au Stangala

Departure from Ergué-Gabéric (Finistère)

Between Quimper and the commune of Ergué-Gabéric, the 80-hectare Stangala communal property features deep gorges carved out over time by the Odet, which sometimes resembles a mountain torrent, leaping over rocky outcrops. This route allows you to follow part of the river's course, from calm areas to more turbulent ones. The end of the route crosses a wild wooded area.

The Odet at the Stangala Gorges

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L'Odet aux Gorges du Stangala

Departure from Quimper (Finistère)

The Odet River first rolls its cool waves through gently rolling hills, wooded countryside and long meadows.Then, suddenly, upstream from Quimper, it carves out a narrow, deep gorge and describes a surprising "hairpin bend" around the Griffonès cliff, creating a wild, winding ravine framed by woods, rocks and moors.It is this discovery that I invite you to explore.

From Kerlic to the old Kerrous quarry

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De Kerlic à l'ancienne carrière de Kerrous

Departure from Quimper (Finistère)

From the Kerlic health centre, theGR®38 takes us through part of the Stangala woods to the banks of the Odet, where a new footbridge has been installed. This provides access to the site of the former Kerrous aggregate quarry, which has been redeveloped as a walking area with deciduous trees. A small viewing point overlooks the extraction pit, which has been converted into a drinking water reservoir. A short walk on the outskirts of Quimper.

Route pédagogique along the Odet Canal

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Circuit pédagogique le long du canal de l'Odet

Departure from Briec (Finistère)

This canal was built between 1852 and 1858. It carried water from the Odet to the mill, where its power was used to drive the machinery and was essential for the production of paper pulp. The paper mill closed in 1983, rendering the canal obsolete. A educational route, marked by 9 information panels, has been created by the departmental council, which owns a large part of the site, the municipality of Ergué-Gabéric and the O.N.F. Come and explore it.

Canal and Stang Luzigou route

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Circuit du canal et de Stang Luzigou

Departure from Ergué-Gabéric (Finistère)

After following the Odet and the leat of the old paper mills, a beautiful circular route takes us through the wooded area of Stang Luzigou. On the way back, we pass through the Kerho Arboretum.Discover the Saint-Corentin Chapel in the hamlet of Kreïker.

At the source of the Goyen

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À la source du Goyen

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.

Tour of Ménez Hom from the Sainte-Marie Chapel

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Tour du Ménez Hom depuis la Chapelle Sainte-Marie

Departure from Plomodiern (Finistère)

Ménez Hom is the highest hill in the western Montagnes Noires. Its two main peaks, Yelc'h (or Hielc'h according to the IGN map) and Yed, overlook Douarnenez Bay and Brest Harbour. This route goes around them, along paths that are sometimes very discreet on its slopes and summits, and offers a vast panorama between the Aulne Valley and the Iroise Marine Natural Park.

Around and on the peaks of Ménez-Hom

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Autour et sur les sommets du Ménez-Hom

Departure from Plomodiern (Finistère)

Loop around Ménez-Hom, the last peak of the Montagnes Noires, via a country route on the east side before starting the climb to pass the two peaks of Le Yed (329 m) and Le Hielc'h (298 m). Wide panoramic view of the Aulne valley and its suspension bridge, the bottom of Brest harbour and the entire Bay of Douarnenez. Beautiful vegetation of low-lying heathland and flowering heather from June onwards. You can visit the imposing chapel (if open) and its enclosure with its 1544 calvary.

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Steïr (rivière)