Tréméoc walks

This countryside route alternates between sections on the old Quimper-Pont l'Abbé railway line, now converted for pedestrians and cyclists, small country roads and a long stretch through the woods.Along the way, discover the ruins of the Saint-Vital Chapel, lost in the middle of nature, as well as the better-known Saint-Sébastien Chapel.

This is an easy walk around the reservoir, which supplies drinking water to eleven municipalities in the Pont-l'Abbé region. You can enjoy the peaceful, shaded surroundings and take the time to watch the birds that frequent this stretch of water: coots, gulls, grebes and a small colony of swans.

After walking through the countryside and along the Odet, visit the Roman baths at Le Perennou, which were restored in 2011, then return via the Lestremeur site and along Anse de Combrit.

After passing the Lestremeur site, with its manor house and dovecote, continue through wooded areas to reach the Étang du Corroac'h. The return journey is via the greenway and then country lanes.

After walking along woodland paths to admire the manor "Manoir de Lestremec", we skirt the pond "Etang du Moulin Neuf".A short detour to enjoy the peace and quiet of the chapel "Chapelle de Kelou Mad" before returning along the greenway. The Pont-L'Abbé water tower as a landmark.

From the Bonne-Nouvelle Chapel, Kelou Mad in Breton, a route along a sunken lane and path bordering a wetland area where the Pont-l'Abbé River flows after passing through the Moulin Neuf reservoir leads to the edge of this body of water. The route continues around this reserve, created in 1977 to supply drinking water to eleven municipalities in the Pont-l'Abbé region. Visitors can enjoy the peaceful, shaded surroundings and take the time to observe the birds that frequent this stretch of water.

This route from north to south of Pont-l'Abbé allows you to discover pieces of the town's history. The Saint-Jacques de Lambour Chapel with its decapitated bell tower is a reminder of the Red Cap Revolt of 1675. The greenway follows a section of the old Transbigouden railway line that linked Pont-L'Abbé to Quimper and operated until 1963 the Château des Barons, built in the 13th and 14th centuries by the Barons of Pont, who became powerful lords, the inhabited bridge and, finally, the 19th-century towpath , built to cope with an increase in traffic and tonnage in the port.

After following the Pont-l'Abbé river, return to discover the lake and some of Pont-l'Abbé's historic sites, such as the Notre-Dame de Carmes Chapel and the old Lambour district with its partly ruined church.

This short walk from Pont-l'Abbé offers a wealth of heritage. It starts on the towpath along the river and continues through the woods past the Manoir de Trévannec before returning to the starting point.

This semi-urban route begins with a visit to the Jardin des Camélias, which has been recently renovated but is little known despite its location in the heart of the town. It continues with a tour of the main monuments of Pont-l'Abbé before heading out into the countryside on the outskirts of Tréméoc and returning to the starting point via a greenway and the banks of the Pont-l'Abbé river.

From the village of Combrit, whose church was the starting point in 1675 for the Revolt of the Stamped Paper, known as the "Bonnets Rouges" (Red Caps), against the new taxes levied by King Louis XIV, follow the wide path on the western edge of the Bois de Roscouré, a Conservatoire du Littoral estate. After passing under the Cornouaille bridge, continue a little further to discover the mouth of the Odet. The return journey is along the eastern edge, bordered by the river and its various inlets.

Plomelin offers many possible routes starting from the village. Several have already been suggested on Visorando This longer route aims to give a more comprehensive view of this wooded commune, bordered by the River Odet and rich in heritage.

The route alternates between countryside, the Odet river and wooded areas around Plomelin on the outskirts of Quimper.

A pleasant route, mostly wooded, overlooking the banks of the Odet. Pass by the old Rossulien Mill, which has been restored and is located in a beautiful green setting. View of Kerambleiz Castle overlooking the river.

Wooded route following the right bank of the Pont-L'Abbé river towards its estuary between Île-Tudy and the port of Loctudy. The river is dotted with small private islands connected to the bank by a bridge.After passing by the Chapelle du Croaziou chapel, the return journey takes you through the countryside along a long farm track.The landscape in the first part of the route is completely different depending on the tide level.

An easy route through the countryside along small roads and shaded country lanes. This magnificent chapel also played an important role in the Bonnets Rouges revolt in 1675. This revolt was a violent protest against the new taxes imposed by King Louis XIV: the creation of a tax on stamped paper and a tax on the possession of pewter objects, but also a protest against the harshness and increase in seigneurial taxes.

Walk along the Combrit Polder to reach Île Tudy after seeing the isolated Treustel Menhir. Walk along the large Teven beach to return via the beautiful straight line of the bridle path.

Route in a protected natural area (polder) and passage by the Notre-Dame-de-la-Clarté Chapel.

A loop that takes in the countryside rarely visited and the wild tip "Pointe de Combrit", on the Odet estuary.A picturesque view of Bénodet from the porty "Port de Sainte-Marine" and return via the bridle path in the polder.

This circular loop, mainly through the forest, offers beautiful views of the meandering Odet river and a stunning vista of Kerambleïz Castle perched on the hilltop. Also worth discovering is the Rossulien Mill, which was restored in 2020 and is now operational (free to visit).

En passant par le site de Rossulien et son moulin, puis en contrebas du Château de Kerambleïz qui surplombe l'Odet, ce circuit se poursuit par un discret chemin permettant de longer le Golf de Kernernez pour retrouver le bord de l'Odet. Après le tour de l'Étang de Kerbernez, le retour s'effectue par la campagne de Plomelin.

An easy, unmarked route through peaceful countryside, mostly on quiet minor roads.

This route will take you through the Bois de Roscouré, a protected natural area managed by the Conservatoire du Littoral, where old fountains and wash houses have been restored to their former glory. The return journey takes you along the right bank of the Odet as it approaches its estuary. Finish the route with a return trip to the Pont de Cornouaille, where you can enjoy breathtaking views of the river and the port of Bénodet.

A short bike ride between the beach, the woods and the Bigouden countryside.

On the Gouesnac'h side, access to the banks of the Odet is relatively limited. After a stretch through the countryside, this route allows you to follow this coastal river for about 3 km. Be aware of the tide times: at high tide, the site is only accessible when the tidal coefficient is below 60. For greater safety, it is best to go at low tide.

After walking through the streets and alleys of Île-Tudy, which became a peninsula when the Kermor dyke was built in 1853, blocking the sea on the Pont-l'Abbé River side, this route continues along a new path along Anse de Pouldon, managed by the Conservatoire du Littoral. The return journey is through the polder area. NB: between points (6) and (7), the coastal path should not be used during the nesting season from April to July (in this case, follow the GR® and turn left towards point (7). 

Île-Tudy remained a separate island until around 1850. With the creation of the Kermor sea wall in 1853, blocking the sea on the Pont-l'Abbé side, it is now a peninsula of the same name, located on the left bank of the river's mouth, opposite Loctudy on the right bank. It extends inland through a vast area of polders classified as a protected natural area. This circuit allows you to go around it via the polder. _

This route in the countryside of Plogastel-Saint-Germain mainly follows small roads. Along the route, a highlight of the religious heritage is the Saint-Germain Chapel, one of the few in the region to have a parish enclosure with a Gothic-style triumphal arch. Also along the route are a beautiful bread oven and wash house currently being restored, a menhir and the Moulin Neuf, a well-preserved building among the old mills on the Pont-l'Abbé River.

Bénodet, Odet estuary and seaside resort. Follow the estuary and then the beach to reach the tip "Pointe de Bénodet", from where you can see the entire south coast. After passing through the town and its camping areas, return to the marina along "Anse de Penfoul".

Enjoy exploring Loctudy through its streets and alleys, beaches and shorelines.

Countryside route allowing you to discover the Kerfland Menhirs as well as Saint-Côme Chapel and its fountain.

This short route takes you around the village of Plogastel-Saint-Germain, located on high ground (112 m). The Saint-Pierre church and its tall bell tower can be seen from afar. Part of the route passes through the Quilliou deciduous forest.

Dominated by the bell tower of Saint-Pierre Church, the large village of Plogastel-Saint-Germain offers pleasant countryside criss-crossed by sunken lanes and small tree-lined roads. The route passes in front of the Manoir du Hilguy with its monumental gate, owned since 1987 by an English investment company.

Discover the megaliths (dolmens, covered passageway, menhir) facing the open sea. Return via the coastal path and Lesconil Port.

Follow this short route, created by the "Lire à Plobannalec" association, and head into the countryside to discover various elements of the local heritage: megalithic sites, crosses and fountains.

Starting from a highly urbanised area, this route passes through the small Bois de Kerjestin wood and leads into peaceful countryside, circling the hill of Kercaradec, an ancient Gallic archaeological site. Numerous streams line this route, accompanying walkers with their gentle murmurings.

Route south of Quimper following the towpath to Port du Corniguel, the city's maritime gateway. Continue along Kérogan Bay to discover Kéraval Castle.

This route, along small roads and wooded paths, largely combines two small routes around the village of Plogastel-Saint-Germain: Wooded circular in Plogastel-Saint-Germain. - Around the village of Plogastel-Saint-Germain via the Bois du Quilliou (in the opposite direction).

In the countryside around Plogastel-Saint-Germain, this short route mainly follows paths lined with wooded embankments and passes through small woods and wetlands, which can be crossed via a long wooden walkway. During the walk, you will discover an old bread oven saved at the last minute, an old farmhouse and a well-maintained wash house.

This walk through Quimper will take you back in time and allow you to discover part of this city of art and history.

Starting from Kerfeunteun, in the northern district of Quimper, head down into the heart of the city to discover some of its beautiful gardens, stroll along the River Odet, crossed by numerous flower-covered footbridges, and through the small cobbled streets. Along the way, you will see Saint-Corentin Cathedral, the former bishop's palace and the Max Jacob Theatre, three of the city's most iconic monuments.