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The Roz Ponds
Visorando Member
2.32 mi
+112 ft
-112 ft
1h 10
Easy
Departure from Saint-Gérand (Morbihan)
To the north-east of Pontivy, the Nantes–Brest Canal, on the River Douric, is fed by a series of ‘ponds’ which are in fact man-made basins designed to maintain a stable water level during lock operations.This route takes you past this succession of locks and ‘ponds’, passing by the Chapelle du Roz.A short, peaceful and tranquil walk along the water’s edge.
Hilvern stream from Saint-Caradec
Association / Club / Walk leader4.34 mi
+269 ft
-279 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Saint-Caradec (Côtes-d'Armor)
This hike will take you through the Rigole d'Hilvern on good paths.
In the Middle Ages, according to legend, Saint-Caradec belonged to the Viscounty of Rohan.
A smallpox epidemic occurred between 1865 and 1870, claiming 45 lives. Then, in 1902, a typhoid fever epidemic broke out in the region.
Lake Guerlédan via the Guerlédan Dam and the Trou à Cochons
9.42 mi
+1,237 ft
-1,220 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Morbihan
Hike on the south side of Lake Guerlédan, starting from the church of Saint-Aignan in the commune of the same name. A rather bucolic route dotted with a few farms. The route runs along the shores of the lake and through the forest surrounding it. The landscapes are therefore very varied. Numerous paths allow you to diversify the route.
The Nantes–Brest Canal between the Guerlédan Dam and Saint-Aignan
4.58 mi
+344 ft
-344 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Mûr-de-Bretagne (Côtes-d'Armor)
Between the Côtes-d'Armor and Morbihan. Following the Guerlédan trail, you climb up to overlook the dam built around 1930 to supply the region with electricity, then through heathland and woods, you descend to the Nantes–Brest Canal.
As you pass through the village of Saint-Aignan, you’ll come past an interesting little church and the electricity museum. Also worth seeing on the way out of the village is the small Saint-Aignan dam.
Lake Guerlédan and Caurel Woods
5.60 mi
+253 ft
-262 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Mûr-de-Bretagne (Côtes-d'Armor)
This hike will take you to Porz Braz along the Anse de Landroanec, then the Bois de Caurel. You will pass the prehistoric camp of Castel Finans before going back up through the woods and returning to Porz Braz.
Guerlédan Lake and Dam
3.48 mi
+479 ft
-466 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Mûr-de-Bretagne (Côtes-d'Armor)
Starting from the Mileade centre, this hike will take you along Lake Guerlédan to the dam. On the way back, you can take a break at the leisure centre before crossing the Bois Cornec.
The Fountain and Cromlec'h of Lorette and the Rigole d'Hilvern
6.56 mi
+636 ft
-636 ft
3h 35
Easy
Departure from Le Quillio (Côtes-d'Armor)
In the footsteps of the Toileux: 19th-century linen manufacturers; a journey back in time with the Cromlec'h de Lorette (an ancient covered burial passage) ending with the Rigole d'Hilvern: a man-made stream dug to feed the Nantes-Brest Canal - a little-known aspect of Brittany.
Lake Guerlédan - Anse de Sordan - Bon Repos Abbey
10.97 mi
+771 ft
-791 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Aignan (Morbihan) (Morbihan)
A lovely hike that allows you to discover the shores of Lake Guerlédan. Start at Anse de Sordan and walk back up to Bon Repos Abbey.
Caurel Woods and Lake Guerlédan
9.81 mi
+748 ft
-771 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Caurel (Côtes-d'Armor)
This hike was completed and written during the summer of 2015, an exceptional period when the lake was drained for dam maintenance.We invite hikers to do this walk in spring, when the colours and scents are at their best, with the clear waters of the lake as a backdrop.
Since 2024, major work has been underway between points 3 and 4 with a view to building a free Himalayan footbridge for crossing the Blavet, which cuts the complete tour of the lake in two. This will still be possible for the most experienced walkers. (See note in "Practical information".
Le Mané - Anse de Sordan
11.43 mi
+702 ft
-712 ft
5h 50
Moderate
Departure from Caurel (Côtes-d'Armor)
The second part of the tour of Lake Guerlédan, the most physically demanding, particularly at the start. Departure from Le Manet towards Anse de Sordan, passing by the former Abbey of Notre-Dame de Bon Repos. Return route via the western side of the lake.
Blavet towpath on the left bank
8.63 mi
+23 ft
-23 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Pluméliau (Morbihan)
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.
Saint-Nicolas des Eaux circuit via Saint-Nicodème
5.15 mi
+269 ft
-256 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Pluméliau (Morbihan)
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 Meander Route
3.11 mi
+207 ft
-207 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Pluméliau (Morbihan)
Route on the right bank of the Blavet to follow the meander formed by this river at Saint-Nicolas des Eaux.
Route des Landes du Crano
12.26 mi
+961 ft
-955 ft
6h 30
Moderate
Departure from Pluméliau (Morbihan)
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).
Circular around the Blavet
4.20 mi
+213 ft
-203 ft
2h 05
Moderate
Departure from Bieuzy (Morbihan)
A circular loop along the meander of the Blavet, passing by the Saint-Gildas Chapel overlooked by a rock. Beautiful view of the Blavet, on the site of Castennec in the commune of Bieuzy. A few short steep sections on the way back, but no major difficulties.