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Sarah Bernard Museum, Pointe des Poulains and Port of Sauzon
This hike will allow you to walk in the footsteps of Sarah Bernard and discover the famous Pointe des Poulains Lighthouse before visiting the small, typical port of Sauzon, accessible via the coastal path with its breathtaking scenery.
The tip of the Quiberon peninsula
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.
La Côte Sauvage on the Quiberon peninsula
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.
Coastal route from Portivy
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.
Tour of Houat Island
Houat Island, the island with two faces. Overrun by tourists in summer, it offers beaches and a rocky coastline. In the quieter winter months, you can discover its true identity.
See its lobster hatchery.
Sainte-Barbe and Plouharnel Beach
This easy walk takes in the beautiful beach of Plouharnel for watersports enthusiasts, and the countryside with its menhirs and fountains.
Tour of the Île d'Hœdic
A timeless hike on a wild and rocky island with breathtaking landscapes and magnificent beaches
The Carnac alignments
Discover a world-famous prehistoric site that takes you back 7,000 years! In addition to the famous alignments of Ménec and Kermario, the hike takes in the moving Manio quadrangle 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 varied route through moors, woods and meadows.
Long walk in the Carnac countryside
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.
The Sentier des Douaniers in La Trinité-sur-Mer
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.
Locmariaquer: a path strewn with stones
The upper jaw that closes the Gulf of Morbihan is dotted with stone teeth. The circuit around the Pointe de Locmariaquer stretches from the ocean to the peaceful shores of the Gulf, stopping off at several of the sites that have made this megalithic site famous.
NB: It appears that the passage between points 5 and 6 is no longer possible. Follow theGR® 34 markings, which have themselves been modified.
The Saint-Philibert tour
This hike invites you to explore the treasures of Saint-Philibert: peaceful shores, wild beaches, military ruins and sacred heritage, culminating in the starry chapel. Along the way, a seafood tasting awaits you for a gourmet break facing the ocean.
The Erdeven Megalith Trail
A lovely walk through the woods to discover the megaliths in the commune of Erdeven, Mane Croc'h, César's Chair, the Kerzerho alignments...
The Kerzerho Alignments
This hike allows you to discover many monuments from the distant Neolithic period (5000 to 2500 BC). Dolmens, menhirs and cromlechs can be found throughout this very pretty hike.
The Pointe de Locmariaquer
Leaving from Locmariaquer, this hike takes in the coastline of the Golfe du Morbihan, the entrance to the gulf with a view of Port Navalo, and then on to the coast and even the ocean.
Along the way, you'll discover numerous dolmens and megalithic sites (including the famous Table des Marchands).
⚠️Several problems on this hike, see reviews.
Tour of the Pointes d'Arzon
From Port Navalo to the outskirts of Île-aux-Moines, the northern coastline of the Rhuys Peninsula is dotted with points that jut out into the sea like the teeth of a jaw.
Together with the islands opposite them, these points tear apart the waves entering and leaving the Gulf of Morbihan.
The result is a spectacular sight when the power of the tide transforms the calm waters into a mighty river. Let yourself be guided along the coastal path and keep your eyes peeled!
Pointes de Bilgroix and Monténo
From the small village of Arzon, the route is punctuated by passages through streets and alleys lined with fishermen's houses and other gardens of beautiful residences, as well as coastal paths.
From the Bilgroix and Monténo headlands, there are beautiful views of the islands nestled in the Gulf of Morbihan.
A family walk, without too much difficulty.
Arzon-Suscinio circular
The route leads from Arzon to Suscinio Castle via safe paths (cycle paths or quiet roads) and returns via the village of Sarzeau.
Between land and sea, a journey to discover the landscapes of Plouhinec
Set off to explore the landscapes of Plouhinec, a Grand Site des Dunes Sauvages commune. This first circular of the landscape route takes you on a 9 km walk with seven illustrated stopping points through the rural, agricultural and coastal landscapes of Plouhinec. Throughout the walk, a white sand martin will guide you along the right path. Find the illustrated stopping points by clicking on the link in "practical information".
Please note: part of this walk is on the dunes and therefore on sandy ground.
Pointes de Kerners and La Palisse
A short, peaceful walk along a section ofthe GR®34Tour du Morbihan.
At the Pointes de Kerners and La Palisse, views of the many islands in the Gulf from the south side.
Pass through the Allée Couverte du Grah Niol and the picturesque hamlet of Kerners with its chapel.
Arzon - Port Navalo
A very pretty loop that takes you around Pointe de Arzon.
Discover Port du Crouesty and Pointe de Port Navalo, with a possible connection to Locmariaquer to cross to the other side of the gulf.
Pointe du Blair in Baden
Located 4km from the town centre, this peninsula, approximately 1km long and 200m wide, offers magnificent views of the Gulf of Morbihan along a delightful path lined with pine trees and mimosas. A superb walk between "Argoat" and "Armor" (Land and Sea).
Allow 1 hour 20 minutes to complete the entire walk and take breaks to admire the scenery.
Larmor-Baden and Berder Island circular
At the heart of an oyster-farming basin, Larmor-Baden offers a wide range of discoveries: Île Berder, accessible at low tide, the pier for the famous Cairn de Gavrinis, and views of the many islets.
Set back from the sea, the ornithological reserve of the Marais de Pen en Toul.
Around Larmor-Baden
A route with a wide variety of landscapes, making a large loop around Larmor-Baden from the island "Île Berder" toward the Pen En Toul swamp, the hamlet of La Saline, the Locmiquel cove and the point "Pointe du Berchis". You'll discover the little-known history of Brittany's first airfield, the bird sanctuary and the old salt marshes.
Tour of Groix Island - West Coast
This stage is dedicated to the wildest part of the island. The north coast up to Pointe Grognon has a few small coves where you can descend to sea level. From Pointe du Grognon to Port Saint-Nicolas, the coast is very rocky and jagged; access to the seashore is virtually impossible. From Trou de l'Enfer, return to Port Tudy via the small road that passes through a place called "Le Bourg".
Baden and Larmor Baden via the Pointe de Locmiquel
The Baden loop in Larmor-Baden allows you to discover the Toulvern Dolmen, the Pointe de Locmiquel and views of the islands of Er Runio, Grand Veïzit and Radenec.
At low tide, it is possible to tour the "7 Islands".
From Pointe du Blair to Baden Golf Club
This hike allows you to discover the small village of Mériadec (with some beautiful stone houses), Pointe du Blair (with beautiful villas on a protected estate) and to walk along part of the Rivière d'Auray.
Le Bono
A beautiful walk, mainly following footpaths, waterside, forest, and past a beautiful historical chapel. Perfect for a run too!
Le Bono via Baie de Kerdrean
Start from the old bridge at Le Bono, down along the river to the bay "Baie de Kerdréan".
The hike is partly along the gulf and partly in the countryside.
It starts with the Tumulus de Kernourz and runs halfway along the Manoir de Kerdréan.
Le Bono via the Becquerel chapel
Beautiful hike which, in its first part, follows the Bono river then crosses countryside and undergrowth to return to the starting point.
Very few roads, nice path.
From the chapel of Sainte-Avoye to Saint-Goustan
Starting from Le Bono, this hike will allow you to discover the coastline of the Bras du Bono to the chapel of Saint-Avoye. Then, crossing the countryside, you will pass along the Bras de l'Auray river to Saint-Goustan.
There is little road and a pretty path along the two rivers (on the right side of the Gulf of Morbihan).
Moderator's message: route modified on 21/06/2023 from 5 to follow theGR® and avoid the Kerplouz high school, which is private property (fence in place).
Walking tour of Auray
A pleasant walk through the town of Auray. This route will take you through the Saint-Gildas and Saint-Goustan districts, the port and the medieval bridge. You will walk along the Auray River (Loc'h), and from the castle, you will enjoy a magnificent view of the old town.
Bois Bourgerel
A short hike that will allow you to discover the shores of the Gulf of Bois Bas, passing along Anse de Moustran, Toulindac Beach and Anse de Kerledan.
The two rivers of Auray and Sal
The rivers of Auray (Loc'h) and Sal (Bono) enjoy a preserved environment and a varied heritage: the Sainte-Avoye chapel and its rood screen, the boat cemetery and the old Bono bridge.
Anse du Téno - Pluneret
Wet and dry moorland, woods, embankments, river, sea, mudflats, wet meadows... the natural environments are all interwoven here. The banks of the River Sal are also home to the Sainte-Avoye chapel.
Anse du Moustran from Moulin de Pomper
This mainly coastal route departs from an old tide mill and heads to Port-Blanc. On the return journey, discover the Penmern Chapel and its magnificent maritime ex-votos.
From Pomper Mill to Pointe d'Arradon
A very pleasant walk from the old Pomper Mill, now converted into an antique shop, to Pointe d'Arradon. The route starts along the coast of the Gulf of Morbihan and returns through the countryside. Discover the village of Le Moustoir with its old farmhouses.
From Pont Sal Castle to the Chapel of Notre-Dame de Béquerel
This is a pleasant and varied walk which, from Pont-Sal, follows the left bank of the Sal estuary, passing in front of the Pont-Sal mill via a recent footpath (created in 2017). It continues along the Bono river to the Kervilio mill. The return journey takes you past the Becquerel Chapel and the village of Plougoumelen to Pont-Sal via a series of paths typical of the Breton bocage. You'll want to come back again.