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Test: which cycling holiday in Brittany is right for you?

In Brittany, swap the famous “metro, boulot, dodo” for the “bike, backpack…photo” combo! A multitude of cycle paths criss-cross the region, to the delight of cycling enthusiasts… or simply to admire the iodized landscapes with your nose to the wind. Here, for a day, a weekend or even a week, you’ll discover new panoramas with every pedal stroke. To find out which two-wheeler trip is right for you on the Pink Granite Coast, just take the test!

Published on 6 June 2024

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Which cycling holiday is right for you?

Saddle up!

When you go on a trip, you’re more the type…

🎒 Don’t want to miss a crumb (of Breton palets) of the destination
😍 Fly from visit to visit
🚲 Plan nothing in advance and go with the flow
👀 Explore the essentials

You’d say your physical condition is…

🎒Solid, like a menhir
👀 Good, like a kouign-amann
😍 Light, like a crepe
🚲 Capricious, like Brittany weather

When it comes to accommodation during your stay in Brittany, you prefer…

🚲 Campsites, for their adventurous side
😍 Hotels, for their cocooning rooms
🎒 Holiday residences, to feel right at home
👀 B&Bs, for their warm atmosphere.

Your dream cycling holiday in Brittany is :

😍 A bucolic route between nature and Petite Cité de Caractère
👀 An iodized, gourmet tour between the peninsula and oyster tastingtres de Bretagne
🎒 A complete itinerary to discover the whole of the Pink Granite Coast
🚲 A flexible trip on one of France’s most famous cycling routes

Camping Armor Loisirs -Trébeurden ©Alexandre Lamoureux

Your favorite music to take on the bike path is:

🚲 La bicyclette – Yves Montand
😍 Happy – Pharrell Williams
🎒 Holidays – Madonna
👀 Walking on Sunshine – Katrina and the Waves

Your favorite itineraries are:

😍 Short but intense
👀 Intermediate, just enough for a nice tour of Brittany
🎒 Long, you have a taste for effort
🚲 It all depends on your mood!

It’s time to find out which cycling holiday is right for you in Brittany!

Have you counted all your 😍, 👀, 🎒, 🚲? Then let’s see which bike route you’re going to set off on your adventure on!

You have a maximum of 😍…

… Let’s go for a day’s cycling on the Côte d’Ajoncs!

Duration: one day
Distance: 42 kilometers
Start: Tréguier

If you’re reading this, then a day’s cycling on the Côte d’Ajoncs is for you! This loop is the ideal itinerary for discovering most of Brittany, and more particularly the Côte de Granit Rose. With your hands on the handlebars and your nose to the wind, the program promises to be breathtaking: the gardens of Kestellic, the oyster port of La Roche Jaune, the chapel of Saint Gonery, Port Blanc, or… We won’t tell you more! To find out all you need to know, all you have to do is hop on your bike for a day on this pretty Brittany loop.

A cycling holiday in Brittany means… bike hire!

If you’re looking for adventure on our bike paths, you can rely on our bike rental companies:

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You have a maximum of 👀…

… Saddle up for a whole weekend on the Pink Granite Coast!

Duration: 2 days
Distance: 48 kilometers
Start: Lannion

For you, Brittany by bike is a weekend! 48 hours is all you need to explore our cycling routes. And not just any itinerary… We’ve put together a route for you on Brittany’s roads, combining culture and nature! From the historic center of Lannion to the Pointe du Bihit, via the Parc du Radôme, the Menhir de Saint Uzec and the Renote peninsula, our destination’s cycle routes combine physical activity with heritage discoveries!

For your night in Brittany…

48 kilometers wears out the pedals! Find the accommodation of your dreams on your way to Brittany… With a bicycle reception please.

You’ve got as many 🎒…

… Let’s meet for a cycling road trip!

Duration: 3 days
Distance: 135 kilometers
Start: Lézardrieux

Long distances are what drive you. Good news for you! We’ve got the perfect idea for your next trip to northwest France: a cycling road trip along the Côte de Granit Rose. From Lézardrieux to Lannion, you’ll criss-cross Brittany’s bike paths in search of exceptional panoramas. Our favorites? Le Creac’h Maout, Port Blanc, l’île d’Er, or Ploumanac’h (a real star of the region!). With your helmet screwed on, all you have to do is hit the road for the next 3 days on your bike!

Make life easier for yourself: opt for an electric bike!

For some, it’s cheating… For us, it’s the best way to go further and further! Click here to find out more about electrically-assisted bike hire at the Côte de Granit Rose tourist offices.

Go on a cycling road trip in Brittany!

You have a maximum of 🚲…

… You need a flexible tour!

You like itineraries that are à la carte. And that’s just the thing! The Vélomaritime and its five Breton stages cross the Pink Granite Coast. Whether you want to go on an adventure and cover the whole itinerary, or simply enjoy a family outing on one of the sections, all you have to do is adapt the circuit to your level and your desires! To give you an idea, here are the itinerary’s stages:

Paimpol to Tréguier
Tréguier to Perros-Guirec
Perros-Guirec to Trébeurden…

And for the rest of you, it’s this way! 👇🏻

Frequently asked questions about cycling in Brittany

Where is the Pink Granite Coast located?
The Côte de Granit Rose is located in north-western France, in the Brittany region.
What to see on a cycling holiday in Brittany?
In Brittany, all roads lead to… A multitude of heritage and natural wonders! On your cycling tour of north-western France, be sure to discover : Les jardins du Kestellic Le port de la Roche Jaune La chapelle Saint Gonery Le site du Gouffre Port Blanc Tréguier Lannion Les Sept Îles Le site de Ploumanac’h La presqu’île de Tourony La presqu’île Renote Le parc du Radôme Le menhir de Saint Uzec La Pointe de Bihit
What level of experience do you need for a cycling holiday in Brittany?
Whatever your physical condition, it’s possible to enjoy a cycling trip in the heart of our region! Whether you’re looking for a short loop or a longer tour, all you have to do is find the route that’s right for you, both in terms of altitude difference and distance. The length of your trip also depends on your physical condition: if you’re not used to cycling, it’s best to avoid a week on the road! However, you do have the option of using electric assistance on your bike.
What is Vélomaritime?
The Vélomaritime is a 1,500-kilometer cycle route that crosses northern France, from Roscoff in Brittany to Dunkirk near the Belgian border. The route passes through some of France’s most legendary sites, including the Côte de Granit Rose (of course!), the Bay of Mont-Saint-Michel, the Baie de Somme and the Côte d’Opale. Thanks to its multitude of stages, the Vélomaritime offers both challenging routes for adventure-seeking cyclists, and quiet cycle paths for families.

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