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Saint-Pierre-Quiberon walks
From the moorland to the cliffs on the Quiberon Peninsula
Local authority
6.33 mi
+102 ft
-98 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Pierre-Quiberon (Morbihan)
This second circular loop of the ‘Grand Site de France’ landscape trail invites you to explore the unspoilt landscapes of the Quiberon Peninsula’s interior, ending on the exceptional wild coastline. Throughout this 10 km walk, a white sand martin will guide you along the right path. Find the illustrated stopping points by clicking on the link in the ‘Practical Information’ section.
Coastal route from Portivy
Visorando Member6.77 mi
+154 ft
-151 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Pierre-Quiberon (Morbihan)
Once you pass the Penthièvre isthmus, dominated by the imposing fort of the same name, you enter the Quiberon peninsula. The small port of Portivy enjoys peaceful days halfway between the fort and the Pointe du Percho. It is an excellent starting point for a walk between the eastern coast, where the most beautiful villas are located, and the much wilder western coast.
La Côte Sauvage on the Quiberon peninsula
4.81 mi
+144 ft
-167 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Saint-Pierre-Quiberon (Morbihan)
Stroll along the cliffs of the Côte Sauvage on the Quiberon peninsula. Beautiful dunes, beaches and cliffs grace this side of the Quiberon peninsula, where the power of the sea is fully expressed.
Tour of the Quiberon peninsula
17.99 mi
+98 ft
-102 ft
8h 20
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Pierre-Quiberon (Morbihan)
This hike is only difficult because of its length, but it allows you to appreciate the entire Quiberon peninsula from the Isthmus of Penthièvre. To the east and south, there are large beaches for swimming and numerous bars and restaurants for refreshments and meals. The wild coast to the west lives up to its name with its rocky outcrops, numerous small coves and flora and fauna to be preserved (nesting area for rare bird species in Brittany).
The tip of the Quiberon peninsula
10.18 mi
+108 ft
-102 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Quiberon (Morbihan)
A very beautiful hike that allows you to discover both sides of the Quiberon coast: the wild west coast and the bay on the east side. Cross the large beach and return via Port Haliguen.
After the large beach, pass in front of the thalassotherapy centre and continue to the Pointe du Conguel where, in good weather, you can see the islands of Houat and Hoedic beyond the Teignouse lighthouse.
From the Penthièvre Isthmus to the Port Blanc Arch
5.80 mi
+128 ft
-131 ft
2h 45
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Pierre-Quiberon (Morbihan)
Walk along the coastal paths on the western side of the Quiberon Peninsula.
The menhirs of the Côte Sauvage South of Quiberon
4.63 mi
+98 ft
-105 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Quiberon (Morbihan)
A walk through urban areas, then along the coast, dotted with small heritage sites such as menhirs and wash houses, with pretty views along the way.
Tour of the Quiberon Peninsula
13.62 mi
+135 ft
-135 ft
3 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Quiberon (Morbihan)
This route offers a complete cycle tour of the Quiberon Peninsula, with as much of the route as possible along the coast. The tour follows a clockwise route, taking in the town of Quiberon, the wild coast and then the bay side. There are no particular difficulties on this route; the only things that will stop you are the viewpoints!
From the beaches to the Carnac alignments
9.39 mi
+161 ft
-148 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Carnac (Morbihan)
Starting from Avenue de l'Atlantique near the Carnac thalassotherapy centre, the walk allows you to discover the coast and its beaches before heading into the countryside to see the alignments, dolmens, cromlechs and menhirs, before returning to the beaches.
Carnac - La Trinité-sur-Mer circular
11.44 mi
+98 ft
-98 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Carnac (Morbihan)
This circular route from Carnac to La Trinité-sur-Mer will allow you to discover the beauty of Carnac's beaches. The Île de Stuhan and its tombolo are a sight not to be missed. You will enjoy the customs officers' path from Pointe de Kerbihan to La Trinité. On the way back, you can enjoy the tranquillity of the Kerdual marsh and visit Carnac town centre.
From the beach to the stone rows in Carnac
10.79 mi
+246 ft
-240 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Carnac (Morbihan)
Carnac is known for its seafront and beautiful beaches, but above all for its famous menhir alignments. This walk will allow you to discover both of these aspects. As you head towards the west coast, you’ll get closer to the Quiberon peninsula, which seems very close at Anse du Pô. Heading back north, you’ll pass the various sites of the Ménec and Kermario alignments, as well as the Giant of Manio. On the way back, you’ll discover the Kercado and Saint-Michel tumuli.
Circular route from Carnac to Plouharnel and La Trinité-sur-Mer
Tourist office17.79 mi
+236 ft
-226 ft
2.5 hrs
Easy
Departure from Carnac (Morbihan)
Fancy exploring the villages around Carnac? This route, less than 30 km long, takes you to Plouharnel via the Anse du Pô, specifically Sainte-Barbe Beach. Then, passing by the abbeys and part of the stone alignments, you’ll reach the path leading to La Trinité-sur-Mer, before returning via the coastal cycle path to Carnac.
In the footsteps of Saint-Colomban in Carnac
4.83 mi
+23 ft
-23 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Carnac (Morbihan)
Hike around Saint-Colomban between coastal paths and the Saint-Colomban Chapel.
Short bike ride around Carnac
6.09 mi
+98 ft
-98 ft
1 hr
Easy
Departure from Carnac (Morbihan)
Fancy a circular bike ride while exploring Carnac? This route is ideal and will allow you to discover, starting from the village, part of the Kermario alignments, the Ménec alignments, part of Anse du Pô, the village of Saint-Colomban, and finally the beaches of Saint-Colomban, Ty Bihan and Légenèse.
The Carnac alignments by bike
Association / Club / Walk leader2.33 mi
+36 ft
-36 ft
30 mins
Easy
Departure from Carnac (Morbihan)
A circular loop to do by bike to see the alignments of menhirs in Carnac. It's a lovely ride through the forest.
Saint-Colomban Mass Path
5.94 mi
+66 ft
-66 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Carnac (Morbihan)
This route takes you all the way around Pointe de Saint-Colomban. A beautiful part of the route follows the GR®34 along the coast, but you will also discover the small village of Saint-Colomban and its church.
Grand tour of Carnac
14.48 mi
+105 ft
-131 ft
2 hrs
Easy
Departure from Carnac (Morbihan)
24 km cycle tour of Carnac to discover the must-see sights of Carnac and its countryside. This route is best done with bikes suitable for paths, such as hybrid or mountain bikes.
Tour of Carnac via Beaumer
10.25 mi
+66 ft
-69 ft
1.5 hrs
Easy
Departure from Carnac (Morbihan)
This ride allows you to discover Carnac by bike and see as many of its iconic sites as possible. Starting from the village of Carnac, this route passes by the megalithic sites, the Pô, the beaches of Carnac, and then heads back up through Beaumer and the marsh paths.
Carnac Marshes Route
3.43 mi
+66 ft
-66 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Carnac (Morbihan)
This route takes you on a journey of discovery through Carnac, between land and marsh. A 5 km circular route through small villages, countryside and wetlands, revealing another side of Carnac and offering the chance to spot a few birds. This circular route starts from the village of Carnac and can be done on foot or by bike.Route no. 3 in the commune: Les Marais.
The Carnac alignments from the village
6.63 mi
+138 ft
-144 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Carnac (Morbihan)
Discover the Carnac alignments starting from the village. Pass by the Carnac Tumulus, then discover Le Ménec and its village, the Kermario site, the woods of the Giant of Manio, a small village called Kerlescan and return via Kerluir and Cloucarnac. The official title is "Route No. 2: the Carnac Alignments".
The Carnac alignments from Le Ménec
6.30 mi
+164 ft
-171 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Carnac (Morbihan)
Discover a world-famous prehistoric site that takes us back 7,000 years! In addition to the famous Ménec and Kermario alignments, the hike includes the moving Manio quadrilateral and the giant menhir of the same name, two tumuli, including the imposing Tumulus Saint-Michel topped by a chapel, and two ancient fountains. A very diverse route through moorland, woods and meadows.
Long walk in the Carnac countryside
9.50 mi
+98 ft
-98 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Carnac (Morbihan)
A beautiful hike in the Carnac countryside, not forgetting to visit the well-known alignments and other megalithic sites. You will discover another side of Carnac, namely its forests, countryside and freshwater sources. Some truly beautiful places.
Sainte-Barbe and Plouharnel Beach
5.61 mi
+62 ft
-62 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Plouharnel (Morbihan)
This easy walk takes in the beautiful beach of Plouharnel for watersports enthusiasts, and the countryside with its menhirs and fountains.
Route de Sainte-Barbe à Plouharnel
2.76 mi
+66 ft
-66 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Plouharnel (Morbihan)
To ensure you don’t leave Sainte-Barbe beach without having learnt something, we suggest this very short circular route to explore its stone alignments, in addition to visiting its chapel, fountains, wash houses, narrow streets and alleyways.
From Sainte-Barbe to the sandy cliff
3.92 mi
+39 ft
-39 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Plouharnel (Morbihan)
The fourth circular loop on the ‘Dunes Sauvages’ Grand Site de France landscape trail, this new loop invites you to discover the rural landscapes of Plouharnel and the exceptional dune system.
The Sentier des Douaniers in La Trinité-sur-Mer
4.64 mi
+56 ft
-56 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from La Trinité-sur-Mer (Morbihan)
From the port of La Trinité-sur-Mer, "the Mecca of sailing", the coastal path leads from beach to beach to the Pointe de Kerbihan and its viewpoint over Quiberon Bay. It continues on to the recently rehabilitated Kervillen salt marshes.
The spirit of the Erdeven countryside
6.84 mi
+30 ft
-30 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Erdeven (Morbihan)
The third circular loop of the ‘Grand Site de France’ landscape trail invites you to experience the landscapes of Erdeven through the senses. Entitled ‘The Soul of Erdeven’s Landscapes’, this 11 km circular loop takes you on a walk along Erdeven’s narrow country lanes to the coast. Seven illustrated stopping points mark the circular route, including three storytelling stops. Throughout the walk, a white sand martin will guide you along the right path.
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