Saint-Rivoal walks

Nestled in a green valley, this commune has all the charm of the mountain countryside, with its sunken lanes, hedgerows, streams and rugged terrain. The name of the commune comes from the name of the parish patron saint, Saint Rivoal, formerly Riwall, the name of a large family that emigrated from Brittany to Great Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries. Saint-Rivoal has been awarded the "Communes du Patrimoine Rural de Bretagne" (Communes of Rural Heritage in Brittany) label.

A varied route where you can discover aspects of the Breton countryside that have changed little over time. Cross moors and woods, pass through isolated hamlets to return to the lake and its landscaped surroundings.

Découvrez la campagne de Quimerc'h à partir du nouveau bourg jusqu'au village typique de Kostalan. Cette promenade offre de beaux points de vues sur le Menez Hom, Rumengol et la rade de Brest. Itinéraire équilibré entre chemins creux, chemins d'exploitation et petites routes tranquilles.

This hike takes you from the foot of the Monts d'Arrée to the ridge, which rises to 385 m, with superb panoramic views on both sides.

Roc'h ar Feunteun, Roc'h Trédudon, Roc'h Trévézel, a line of jagged ridges. In the heart of the Armorique Regional Nature Park, the Monts d'Arrée rise up in a landscape of moors, heather and gorse. These landscapes give off a surprising impression, marked by unreality, mystery and authenticity, which we know well in inland Brittany.

Let's take a leisurely stroll along the canalised Aulne for about 6 km, passing three locks. Then let's head back up small roads towards the Notre-Dame de Kerluan Chapel. Let's climb a little further to finally descend back down to the banks of the Aulne.

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.

Does the Rivière d'Argent (Silver River), which glitters beneath the canopy of trees, owe its name to its bright sparkle in the twilight, or is it the nuggets that have escaped from the old mine that give it such a luminous appearance? The walk, which follows the mine's supply channel and then the turbulent course of the river, may provide the answer. It appears that the route is no longer passable between points 4 and 6. If you venture there, please confirm this on the comments page.

In the heart of the Huelgoat Forest, this woodland setting hides a wealth of heritage treasures. The Mine Canal will take you to the old silver-lead mine and then on to the most iconic sites in this legendary forest.

Two loops in Gouézec: at an altitude of 279 m, one of the highest points in the Montagnes Noires, the Karreg an Tan summit offers a beautiful 360° panorama of the Aulne valley, the Monts d'Arrée and the Bay of Douarnenez.Its name comes from the fact that, during the Norman invasions in the 9th century, a lookout would light a fire there to warn the population, which could be seen from across the Châteaulin basin. Back at the car park, a second loop leads through the countryside in the lower part of Gouézec.

With its rich church and parish enclosure, Pencran stretches across the hill south of Landerneau and then plunges down into green rural valleys. The first part of this trail leaves the village and passes through residential neighbourhoods facing Landerneau. It then joins the countryside, following paths through the woods and farm tracks. In addition to the parish enclosure, you will discover the bucolic atmosphere of a tree-lined canalised stream and the surprising Fontaine de la Vierge (Virgin's Fountain), set in a small, well-preserved sanctuary.

Landévennec, at the end of the peninsula, offers several views of the last meanders of the Aulne before it flows into the sea at Brest harbour.This route, starting from the church and its marine cemetery, first climbs into the national forest and allows you to discover the Sillon des Anglais, a coastal strip of small rocky blocks.The end of the circuit runs along the foreshore where the Aulne meets the Rivière du Faou before reaching the sea.Also worth seeing are the ruins of the old abbey and its museum.

Landévennec is well known for its new Saint-Guénolé Abbey, inaugurated in 1958, which attracts many worshippers, as well as for the ruins of the 10th-century Romanesque abbey church and its museum. The village is located at the confluence of the Aulne and Rivière du Faou rivers and offers a beautiful walk, best enjoyed at high tide.

An easy, short walk along the River Camfrout, offering views of the exterior of a pretty castle and the chance to visit a small, beautifully renovated chapel. Discover an Iron Age menhir that was Christianised in the Middle Ages.

From the clearing in the middle of the 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.

The municipality of Châteauneuf-du-Faou wanted to pay tribute to the painter Paul Sérusier, who stayed there and then lived there from 1906 until his death in 1927: creation of a museum, which opened in June 2025, and installation of a trail punctuated by eight information panels passing through places that were sources of inspiration for him.A walk along the banks of the River Aulne and through the woods completes the trail.

Start at the summit of Ménez-hom (330 m) and descend on the west side with views of Douarnenez Bay. Stroll through pine forests to the banks of the River Aulne in Trégarvan, then return to the summit via the eastern side.

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.

A family walk in the Langazel wetland, considered to be the oldest peat bog in western Brittany. It is classified as a protected natural area and is part of the Natura 2000 network. It consists of a mosaic of remarkable habitats (wet meadows, moors, peat bogs) which give it its unique character. It is also one of the main sources of the Aber Wrac'h stream, which supplies 36 municipalities with drinking water.

Hike to the summit of Ménez-Hom (330 m), the highest point of the Montagnes Noires in Brittany. Great views of Douarnenez Bay, the Crozon peninsula and the Aulne maritime. A mecca for model aircraft enthusiasts.

An entrance to Finistère through the Monts d'Arrée gateway: the small medieval town of Plougonven with its parish enclosure is very close to the Gaspern forest. At the southern end of this route, two menhirs stand in a field, seeking company. After extensive restoration, the 15th-century Mézédern manor house is still open to visitors in summer. Religious, secular and natural heritage are all on display here.

Follow theGR®34coastal path to Pointe de Tal ar Grip, where you can enjoy views of the long Pentrez Beach. Return along small roads to discover Saint-Sébastien Chapel and its fountain. Finally, return to the coastal path you took on the way out and notice how the landscape changes with the tide. (Please note) at the start, theGR® has been diverted along the road for about a hundred metres (information provided by a Visorandoneur)

Coastal circuit overlooking the bay of Douarnenez, passing by the Kervijen reed beds.The best time to see the dune flowers is May-June. Warning : GR® prohibited between (S/E) and (1) since March 2021. Study in progress, but no information on site.Possible detour via the place called "Le Marrou" (mountain bike trail).

This route can be split into two complementary loops:- the first part follows the coastal path through the "Pointe de Tréfeuntec".- the second crosses the dune belt to reach the chapel "Chapelle Sainte-Anne La Palud".In both cases, beautiful views over the bay "Baie of Douarnenez".

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.