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Walk in Grande Brière around Saint-Malo-de-Guersac
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4.56 mi
+23 ft
-23 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Saint-Malo-de-Guersac (Loire-Atlantique)
Walk along the edge of the Grande Brière. As you circle the village, you will discover meadows sometimes flooded by the rising spring waters, separated by the canals you will be walking alongside. In Rozé, you can climb up to a viewpoint to enjoy a view of the entire Grande Brière.
Route of the large islands
24.91 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
4 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Joachim (Loire-Atlantique)
Discover the islands of Saint-Joachim and some of the islands of Saint-Malo-de-Guersac by bike, with some beautiful views of the Brière marshes.
Strolling around Saint-Nazaire
6.06 mi
+30 ft
-33 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Saint-Nazaire (Loire-Atlantique) (Loire-Atlantique)
Discover the many facets of the city: the port, museums, the Loire estuary, the beach, beautiful mansions, parks and shopping streets.
From the Petit Maroc to Monsieur Hulot beach
12.68 mi
+689 ft
-686 ft
6h 25
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Nazaire (Loire-Atlantique) (Loire-Atlantique)
A route to walk alongside the Loire River as it flows into the Atlantic Ocean. In Saint-Nazaire-Plage, the seaside promenade is very popular with Nazairians. It is open to the Loire estuary and its maritime traffic. Further on, on the beautiful coastal path, open to the south, and shaded by pine trees, you sometimes have the feeling of being on the edge of the Mediterranean.
⚠️ Hiking poles prohibited on the Nazairian coastal path
Sea, town, countryside and banks of the Loire, starting from Saint-Brévin-les-Pins
7.16 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Brevin-les-Pins (Loire-Atlantique)
A pleasant walk starting from Place Bougainville in St-Brévin-les-Pins, first following the beach southwards, then turning north through the village centre to explore the countryside before returning along the Loire.
Walk around the Étang du Bois Joalland
2.26 mi
+3 ft
-3 ft
1h 05
Easy
Departure from Saint-Nazaire (Loire-Atlantique) (Loire-Atlantique)
A walk for the family. On this lake, you can go kayaking and rowing. You’ll come across people out walking, cycling, riding BMX bikes and jogging. Carp fishing is permitted but regulated (see geocarp.com). Introduction to Optimist sailing at the water sports centre.
Whoever you are, you’ll leave feeling happy with your day.
Tour of the thatched-roof villages of Saint-Lyphard
18.20 mi
+138 ft
-148 ft
2 hrs
Easy
Departure from Saint-Lyphard (Loire-Atlantique)
Remnants of a time when much of what enabled the people of Bréca to make a living was extracted from the marsh, thatched cottages are still very much in evidence around Saint-Lyphard. There are said to be no fewer than 500 of them.
To discover this exceptional heritage, why not hop on your bike and explore the narrow roads and farm tracks that criss-cross the Saint-Lyphard area? A complete change of scenery is guaranteed!
The banks of the Brière at Marlais
8.21 mi
+39 ft
-39 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Herbignac (Loire-Atlantique)
This route runs between the Brière and Mès marshes. These two protected wetlands are home to numerous birds, which you may spot along the way.
The Gagneries de la Chapelle des Marais circuit
8.32 mi
+10 ft
-10 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from La Chapelle-des-Marais (Loire-Atlantique)
Farming in the marshes has always relied on mowing and grazing the meadows when they were no longer covered in water. Cows prefer dry land to the aquatic environment, and providing them with winter refuge areas is key to ensuring the continuation of this farming practice. This route invites you to discover the pastures of La Chapelle des Marais.
Walk through the woods of Pontchâteau
3.05 mi
+118 ft
-141 ft
1h 30
Moderate
Departure from Pontchâteau (Loire-Atlantique)
A Sunday stroll through the woods of Coët-Roz, the venue for the French, European and World Cyclo-cross Championships. Nature and bird lovers will be in their element. Mountain bikers will appreciate the challenging terrain. Another special mountain bike route is described.
From the bocage to the coast at Saint-Nazaire
10.94 mi
+463 ft
-492 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Nazaire (Loire-Atlantique) (Loire-Atlantique)
A lovely walk that will allow you to discover the Nazaire countryside and the riches of the coast, whilst tracing history through the remains of the Second World War as well as prehistoric times.
The Brière Marshes: a chance to spot storks
8.50 mi
+125 ft
-121 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Pontchâteau (Loire-Atlantique)
On your way to and from Pontchâteau town centre, discover the Brière marshes. With a bit of luck (in season), you may spot a nest of storks.
La Brière between Sandun and Saint-André-des-Eaux
8.21 mi
+59 ft
-62 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Guérande (Loire-Atlantique)
La Brière, France's second largest freshwater marsh, is a secret land hidden behind the surrounding hedgerows. The suggested route allows you to explore it from the land bordering it to the west and even catch a glimpse of it from the Sandun hill, which rises to a height of 28 metres. A real mountain in this flat country!But be careful, marshes are best explored when the water level allows it.Circuit temporarily closed
Chemin du Bocage in Kerhinet
Tourist office0.54 mi
+10 ft
-10 ft
0h 15
Easy
Departure from Saint-Lyphard (Loire-Atlantique)
This small village of 18 thatched-roof houses was acquired in the 1970s by the Brière Regional Nature Park with the intention of renovating it and turning it into a showcase of traditional Brière housing. Kerhinet is a village situated to the south-west of the municipality of Saint-Lyphard, on the western side of the marshes. The village is open to visitors free of charge. You can enjoy a drink or an ice cream on site. There is a picnic area as well as free, designated parking.
Between thatched cottages and marshes in Saint-Lyphard
7.45 mi
+26 ft
-26 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Lyphard (Loire-Atlantique)
This hike allows you to discover the different faces of Brière: its marshes, its thatched cottages, its flora and fauna. Lots of paths, a few roads, all lined with oak trees, pines, gorse, willows and chestnut trees. Superb!
Beaches and dunes in Saint-Brévin l'Océan
6.51 mi
+33 ft
-30 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Saint-Brevin-les-Pins (Loire-Atlantique)
Two circular walks starting from Le Pointeau, on the beach and then along the edge of the dune cordon. Discover the Pointeau site, a key location in the Atlantic Wall.
From Ranrouët Castle to La Brière
7.49 mi
+26 ft
-26 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Herbignac (Loire-Atlantique)
The Château de Ranrouët is a medieval gem nestled on the edge of the marshes. Here, there is no fortified rock, but a slight elevation in the greenery. The marshes that surround it provided protection, and the proposed route winds through the surrounding countryside where land and water constantly mix.
Coastal path in Saint-Marc sur Mer
10.00 mi
+597 ft
-610 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Nazaire (Loire-Atlantique) (Loire-Atlantique)
On theGR®®34, along the Loire estuary, from the Ville ès Martin lighthouse to Pointe de Chémoulin. Two return trips, which can be adjusted as desired, starting from the Plage de la Courance car park.Please note! To avoid a long and unpleasant detour, it is best to start this hike at low tide.
La Cour aux Loups
9.07 mi
+72 ft
-102 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Herbignac (Loire-Atlantique)
Although Herbignac is not the commune in Brière with the most thatched cottages, the villages along this route offer some fine examples.
Monsieur Hulot at the Jardin d'Océanis
5.41 mi
+279 ft
-295 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Saint-Nazaire (Loire-Atlantique) (Loire-Atlantique)
This route, which starts at Monsieur Hulot Beach in Saint-Marc-sur-Mer, allows you to enjoy the coastal path and pass through wooded areas.
Walk in the bocage countryside in Pornichet
7.12 mi
+190 ft
-180 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Pornichet (Loire-Atlantique)
This route allows you to explore the lesser-known areas behind Pornichet than the coastal path.
The Herbignac Potters’ Trail
8.17 mi
+79 ft
-79 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Herbignac (Loire-Atlantique)
Passing through clay extraction sites and former pottery villages, this route pays tribute to one of Herbignac’s traditional trades, which continued until the mid-20th century.
Coastal path from Pointe de Chémoulin to Old Pornichet
6.08 mi
+82 ft
-105 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Saint-Nazaire (Loire-Atlantique) (Loire-Atlantique)
On theGR®®34, between Petite Vallée Beach and Pointe du Bé, passing by Pointe de Chémoulin, a beautiful site on the Côte Sauvage, then along the dune cordon of Old Pornichet and beautiful beaches.
From Chemoulin to Gavy, by land and sea
7.53 mi
+354 ft
-384 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Nazaire (Loire-Atlantique) (Loire-Atlantique)
The coastal path between Saint-Nazaire and Pornichet undoubtedly showcases one of the most beautiful aspects of the Guérande Peninsula. Dotted with coves with a Mediterranean feel – save for the colour of the water – the GR® 34 winds its way between cliffs and unassuming villas, far from the nearby urban hustle and bustle. And to round things off, there’s nothing quite like a circular rural route that you wouldn’t expect to find in such a heavily urbanised part of the Côte d’Amour.
From Sainte-Marguerite beach to Saint-Marc beach
4.87 mi
+295 ft
-312 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Pornichet (Loire-Atlantique)
A round trip hike to admire the Loire estuary. From Sainte Marguerite beach, take the coastal path linking beautiful sandy beaches to Saint-Marc beach, where Jacques Tati's film "Les vacances de monsieur Hulot" (1953) was shot. A statue of Mr Hulot watches over the beach eternally.