Steep Coast of Brittany

You walk from Lannion to Trébeurden, first along the towpath by the river and then along the coastal path along the rugged cliffs. Once you arrive in Trébeurden, the picturesque town centre awaits you on the cliffs, known for its menhirs and dolmens.

You stroll along the coast around Île Grande, past its idyllic marshes, charming little harbours and inviting beaches. The route continues to the impressive space telecommunication station, now known as the ‘Cité des Télécoms’ museum, and on to Saint-Samson and the quiet overnight resort of Kérénoc.

Hike along the rugged coast near Landrellec and Trégastel, where nature has created a true masterpiece. A unique atmosphere awaits you near the Renote peninsula, one of the most enchanting places in France. Continue to Ploumanac'h, where you will discover the surreally shaped pink granite rocks that make this region so famous.

Along the Sentier des Douaniers coastal path, you will get from Ploumanac'h to Perros-Guirec, a well-known holiday resort in northern Brittany with a picture-book harbour. You then continue your hike in the direction of Louanec and Trestel. Your stage ends in the charming coastal village of Port Blanc, which will delight you with its authentic maritime flair.

Today's hiking route takes you from Port Blanc to the Pointe du Château, an impressive 25-metre-high pink granite massif that juts majestically into the sea. In the late afternoon, transfer by taxi to Tréguier, a beautiful medieval town that will delight you with its historic charm.

Start the hike at the Pointe du Château with its impressive pink granite massif. You follow the banks of the Jaudy River until you reach the medieval town centre of Tréguier. The impressive cathedral, which forms the heart of the town, awaits you there.

You have the choice between visiting the Beaufort Abbey (13th century) and a round trip on flower island Bréhat, which can be reached by a short boat ride. There exotic plants from all over the world grow as they once had been brought by the sailors: hydrangeas in splendid colours, laurel, mimosas and eucalyptus trees and many more.

By taxi to the tip of the peninsula Sillon de Talbert. Here you walk along the lovely coast to  Tréguier on river Jaudy, where you will stay overnight.

Tour around the Plougrescant peninsula, a treat for all nature lovers. Wild flowers as erica, gorse, orchids, poppy and sea-cabbage can be admired along the route. In Port-Blanc you can take a bath in the sea, walk along the sandy beach or enjoy a sun-set from the hotel terrace.

Walk along a coastal path through many pretty settlements with lovely gardens to Perros-Guirec. The gardens in Brittany flourish all year long with flowers as e.g. mimosa, camellias, geranium and many more. Overnight in Perros-Guirec, a well known holiday village in Northern Bretagne with picture-book harbour.

Opposite of Perros-Guirec the oldest bird sanctuary of France, the „Seven Islands“ lay. Here penguins, gannets and other birds found undisturbed breeding grounds. You should visit the island quite early in the morning to enjoy your walk along the impressive coast of “pink granite” with bizarre rock formations.

A comfortable walk along the beach. Admire rocky boulders with names as “hare”, “devil’ castle” or “tortoise” and enjoy scenic views on the cliff islands with castle Costaérès.

Walk to the tide mill and to the island of Renote and then further to La Grève Blanche. You are following the GR34 along the coast, where you can enjoy breath-taking views. Afterwards, you leave the coast and go back into the interior to Ploumanach.