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Quistinic walks
From Saint-Mathurin to Saint-Gwenolé in Quistinic
Starting from the village of Quistinic, set off along sunken paths, beside streams and through the heart of the forests to explore the western part of the municipality. Discover the history of Quistinic, its chapels, calvaries, rural houses, mills and more. This route covers the western section of the Chapels Route.
Route des chapelles in Quistinic
Through sunken lanes and the bocage, set off to discover the history of Quistinic: its religious heritage, its villages, its bridges and its locks. Delving into the heart of the forests and moors, overlooking the Blavet Valley and following the streams, you will be enchanted by the beauty of the landscapes. A route to be enjoyed as a day trip, with a picnic.
Route from Poul Fetan to Quistinic
This route, winding through steep-sided valleys and passing through villages, will enchant you with the diversity of its landscapes. Stroll along extraordinary sunken paths shaded by centuries-old beech trees. From Poul Fetan to the Blavet, let the history of rural life—etched into the stone, houses, barns, wells, bread ovens and mills—unfold before you. On your return, in the warmer months, head to Poul Fetan and immerse yourself in village life as it was in 1850.
Hollow way route starting from the chapel of Locunolé
This route, which is not particularly difficult, starts off along the deepest sunken lane in the region, lined with high earth walls topped with majestic oak and chestnut trees. It runs alongside the little Chauzel stream and winds its way along paths lined with moss-covered dry stone walls.
From Saint-Adrien to Sainte-Barbe in Quistinic
Starting from the Saint-Adrien bridge, set off to explore the eastern part of Quistinic. Head up to the heights of Lann Velin Avel, then return along the Blavet Valley. As you walk, enjoy the beauty of the lush green landscapes and the views over the river. As you wander along the paths, let yourself be surprised by the chapels, fountains, hamlets, bridges and locks… This route follows the eastern section of the Chapels Route.
Circuit from Dézinio to Languidic
This lovely walk will take you from the Dézinio woods to the villages of Saint-Nicolas and Dézinio through the undergrowth and along paths. A shaded route in summer, with beautiful views of the bocage and rural heritage: chapels, old farms, water-related heritage, etc.
The Bubry tour
Do you like sunken paths? The ones on this route are very interesting and make up a good quarter of the route. So, if you want to walk between two embankments, in the shade of tall trees, head for Bubry. You'll be spoiled. The first hour of walking is rather unremarkable, but the rest of the route is quite exceptional.
From Saint-Rivalain station to Saint-Bathélemy and the Blavet towpath
A straightforward route that weaves in and out of the narrow railway line, which is still used by a few goods trains carrying plant-based raw materials between Auray and Pontivy.
A leisurely return via the towpath.
Please note: the walk takes place in the commune of Saint-Barthélémy and not in Melrand, as indicated by the software.
Route from Saint-Rivalain to Saint-Adrien
A walk that will take you through granite villages, sunken paths and mysterious fountains. You’ll follow largely the same route as the Circuit des Écureuils, passing by the Chapel of Saint-Adrien, the Guervaud Stream, the hamlet of Tréblavet and the Fountain of Saint-Fiacre, before returning to the starting point.
The Petit Rivalain route
A pleasant little family route, ideal for a leisurely stroll. The route takes you through farmland, past a farm and a small hamlet, and, best of all, offers a lovely walk along the River Blavet. Things to see: a lock, a lock-keeper’s house and peaceful countryside. A route accessible from the stop on the tourist train, the Napoléon Express. Collect postcards along the way using the Bavar[t] app!
The Brandifrout Route in Bubry
Crossing the streams and the wild Brandifrout valley, following sunken lanes and forest tracks, this route will take you on a journey of discovery through Bubry’s heritage: villages, chapels, fountains, mills…
The Squirrel Route in Saint-Barthélemy
As you explore the commune of Saint-Barthélémy, you’ll discover numerous streams, healing fountains and charming little villages built of granite. Among them are Saint-Guen and its chapel, rebuilt in the 18th century, the ruins of the Kercadio mill, and the fountain and washhouse at Saint-Fiacre. On arrival, the lake will offer you a well-deserved moment of relaxation.
Bubry village circuit
Walk around and through the village of Bubry along sunken paths and through woods. The walk offers beautiful views of the surrounding countryside and allows you to discover the village's religious heritage, its church and presbytery, the Sainte-Hélène Chapel, its fountain and its wash houses.
The long route in Bubry
The Grand Route de Bubry will charm you with its diverse paths and trails lined with embankments. A beautiful day trip through the heart of the countryside with its green landscapes, passing through villages with preserved traditional houses and close to chapels and fountains.
Kerbraz moorland route
Starting from the18th-century Saint-Jacques Chapel in Cranne, you will pass through the hamlets of Tallen Crann (with its beautiful wash house), Poulmein and Bourron, where you can admire some pretty houses. In Poulmein stands a war memorial, a reminder of the former resistance movement that cost four patriots their lives. This route is also suitable for mountain bikes and horses.
The Guelhouit Route
Explore the wooded Sarre Valley, a Natura 2000 site, and be amazed by the richness of the local wildlife, including otters and freshwater pearl mussels. This route takes you to the Notre-Dame du Guelhouit Chapel, its ‘scala’, and the Saint-Isidore Calvary, finely carved by the Cadeboche brothers.
Route of the Village of the Year 1000
Immerse yourself in history through Melrand’s heritage. This route will take you past manor houses, mills, wells and characterful houses. You’ll also pass by the Oratoire Saint-Laurent, the Chapelle de la Madeleine, the Kerstraquel lake and, of course, the Village de l’An Mil.
The Kerollin Route in Inzinzac-Lochrist
From Inzinzac-Lochrist to Lanvaudan, follow the Kerollin stream, walking along sunken paths and the old railway line. Discover the hamlets and the villages of Lanvaudan and Penquesten, with their well-preserved heritage. A long, rejuvenating walk in the heart of the rolling, wooded countryside.
Route of villages starting from Baud
This route, starting from the centre of Baud, takes you to the hamlet of Keraudrono, then on to the famous Venus of Quinipily and its gardens. It is a pleasant route combining heritage and nature. The route is accessible to mountain bikes.
The Chevreuil and Lann Bourgeol routes in Inguiniel
Starting from Locunel, the Chevreuil (10 km) and Lann Bourgeol (7.3 km) routes – which can be tackled in two stages or in one go – will take you along streams and through woodland to explore the Inguiniel countryside. You’ll be charmed by its characterful houses, Lochrist Chapel, its churchyard and its fountain.
Route des Landes du Crano
This very pretty route revolves around the Blavet valley, starting from Saint-Nicolas des Eaux, and allows you to discover some very interesting natural sites (the banks of the Blavet, Lande du Crano) as well as some remarkable examples of Breton architectural heritage (the semi-troglodytic chapel of Saint-Gildas, the noble houses of Bieuzy, the chapel of Saint-Nicodème, the locks).
This walk is fairly well signposted (yellowPR® markings).
The Méandre route in Saint-Nicolas-des-Eaux
A signposted circular walk starting from the Promenade des Estivants in Saint-Nicolas-des-Eaux. Through woodland and along the banks of the Blavet, discover the cultural and natural heritage of the area around the Saint-Nicolas-des-Eaux meander, the Castennec hill and the Blavet.
Route de Castennec in Pluméliau-Bieuzy
A cultural and nature trail where you can admire the Saint-Gildas Chapel, nestled beneath a rock formation, as well as the church and fountain at Bieuzy, both listed as Historic Monuments.
Blavet Meander Route
Route on the right bank of the Blavet to follow the meander formed by this river at Saint-Nicolas des Eaux.
Saint-Nicolas des Eaux circuit via Saint-Nicodème
The banks of the Blavet are rich in religious heritage.This circuit will take you to Saint-Nicolas des Eaux, its chapel and fountain, before continuing through the countryside to the imposing Saint-Nicodème Chapel and its four majestic fountains.Enjoy a peaceful return trip along the towpath.
Blavet towpath on the left bank
This easy route follows the meandering Blavet river along the towpath on the left bank.
Along the way, enjoy views of the Castennec escarpments, the Saint-Gildas chapel-hermitage on the other bank and three locks.
Route des Forgerons in Inzinzac-Lochrist
The blacksmiths' route will take you from the banks of the Blavet, which was canalised inthe 19th century, to the green hills of the Trémelin Forest. A walk in the heart of unspoilt nature, once exploited for the Kerglaw Forges, which produced iron to meet the needs of Breton canneries.