By the sea, in the forest or discovering the region’s heritage, there’s a hike here for every taste… and every profile! Whether you’re with a group of friends, a family or even a couple, all you need to do is find your hiking companions.
Grab your backpack, the Breton trails are waiting for you!
Les thermes du Hogolo
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If hiking rhymes with iodine, it’s far from a coincidence! During your stay on the Côte de Granit Rose, take to the trails of the Sainte-Barbe loop. With the salty air tickling your nostrils and the sound of the waves whispering in the background, it’s like a breeze of freedom on this hike!
From the mouth of the Douron to the Saint-Michel beaches, from the Pointe de Beg Douar to the Gallo-Roman Thermes du Hogolo, this hike promises new landscapes at every step! Also known as the Douaniers trail, this hike follows part of the GR34, which links Mont-Saint-Michel to Saint-Nazaire. Don’t worry, your walk is much shorter!
✅ Sainte-Barbe chapel
✅ Saint Efflam fountain
✅ La Pointe de Beg Douar
✅ Hogolo Gallo-Roman baths
✅ Toul an Héry harbor
Departure and return: the village of Plestin-les-Grèves
Distance: 7.5 kilometers
Marking: yellow (and red and white on the coastal section – GR34®)
Level: intermediate
Need a relaxing break after your hike? The Côte de Granit Rose is full of ideas to get you back on your feet! For a weekend of well-being, (re)awaken your senses with a host of activities: oyster tasting, jacuzzi sessions… And why not try your hand at golf? Relaxation guaranteed!
Routoir Détail
Boucle Des Talus Et Des Routoirs à Lin
Boucle Des 21 RoutoirsFrom paths to valleys, combine nature and culture on a hike in search of the 21 flax mills!
These basins were once used to roll flax and extract its fibers. Kilometer after kilometer, their history is revealed to you as you take a trip back in time. It’s also an opportunity to take a deep breath of fresh air in the heart of nature, between undergrowth and fountains, during your vacation in Brittany!
✅ The routoirs of Douron
✅ Saint-Aaron chapel
✅ Routoirs de Prad Lez
✅ Kerstrouilh routers
✅ Routoirs of Gwaz an oc’hant
✅ Saint-Nicolas chapel
✅ The Bizien estuary
Departure and return: the village of Trédarzec
Distance: 6.8 kilometers
Marking: yellow
Level: easy
If you’re a lover of history and heritage, the small villages of the Côte de Granit Rose should appeal to you! Here, extend your stroll through these small towns:
Ruelles Treguier Studio Jezequel 4
Landrellecalamoureux 5
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Vue sur TrégastelOn the Landrellec peninsula, set off for 10 kilometers on foot… Which barely wear out your shoes! On this hike between land and sea, enjoy the best of both elements during your stay in Brittany. Over half a day, you’ll discover the region’s nuanced landscapes, between turquoise waters, golden sandy beaches and wild moors strewn with colorful flowers. Here, the immensity of the panoramas from Île-Grande to Sept-Îles will captivate you. Keep your eyes peeled for the chance to spot a gannet nesting nearby!
✅ The port of Landrellec
✅ Kerguntuil covered walkway and a massive 6-meter-long dolmen
✅ Kerlavos bay
✅ The Bringuiller moors
✅ Jaouen island
Departure and return: the village of Pleumeur-Bodou
Distance: 9.9 kilometers
Markings: yellow (and red and white markings on the coastal section – GR34®)
Level: intermediate
As a family, with your group of friends or even with your better half, make your day in the great outdoors last with a multitude of green activities! From a cycling session on Trégastel Bay to an iodized trail on the GR34 or a horseback ride for the kids, there’s something for everyone.
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Afforestation Site Du Launay Antoine GrossemyHow about an adventure on your family vacation in Brittany? Here, young and old slip on their hiking boots to criss-cross the paths of the village of La Roche-Jaudy. On the water paths, children can have fun looking for ducks on the banks, while parents enjoy the serenity of the scenery and the reflections on the water… There’s something for everyone when it comes to hiking! And if there’s one time when everyone can get together, it’s at the snack break.
✅ La mare du Launay
✅ The Launay routoirs
Departure and return: the village of La Roche-Jaudy
Distance: 1.5 kilometers
Level: easy
After a family hike, what could be better than spending a few unusual nights in the heart of nature? Our idea: the Moulin de Keranraix gîte and B&B! The kids will love having their first pony ride here.
✅ Good walking shoes
✅ A snack for when you’re feeling peckish (like a good slice of far breton)
✅ A map for a GPS
✅ Protection from the sun (the sun can beat down in Brittany too!)
✅ A first-aid kit
Image8The Côte de Granit Rose is located in Brittany, in north-western France.
Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced hiker, there’s something for everyone on the Pink Granite Coast! The Sentier des Douaniers (GR34®) offers routes of varying lengths, from a few kilometers to around twenty, with durations ranging from 2 to 6 hours. The trail is well-marked (yellow inland and white-red along the coast), but it’s always a good idea to have a map or GPS to avoid getting lost!
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