Hiking in Brittany: from Moëlan-sur-mer to Larmor-Plage
In summary
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Sports
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Duration6 days
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LevelIntermediate
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DestinationFrance / Brittany
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AgeFrom 18 - 90 years
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CO₂-Emissions75.37 kg CO2
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Type of stayIndependent traveler
In a few words
This stage of the Tour de Bretagne takes you to the gateway of Morbihan , between Quimperlé and Lorient , along a route rich in heritage and authentic landscapes . The path crosses a land shaped by centuries, where megalithic sites stand like sentinels of the past. Along the way, discreet chapels and granite villages reveal the Breton identity , a blend of history and traditions. The arrival in Larmor-Plage marks a transition to a maritime atmosphere : this seaside resort charms visitors with its fine sandy beaches and lively port , offering an open panorama of the Lorient harbor . At the crossroads of cultures and maritime horizons , this region harmoniously combines historical heritage and coastal dynamism .
The highlights
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Between Quimperlé and Lorient, a route rich in Breton heritage
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Discover megalithic sites and chapels nestled in the countryside
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Arrival in Larmor-Plage, a lively seaside resort open to the ocean
Photos
Sport
Level
Hiking / Trekking
In figures
Hiking
- Average distance/day: 17 km
- Average daily elevation gain: 62 m
- Average daily descent: 63 m
- Exposed Passages: Yes
Management
Program
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Arrival and check-in at the hotel
- Accommodation 3-star hotel
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
You arrive at the hotel in the late afternoon, giving you time to settle in and explore the surroundings. Depending on your arrival time, you can relax or take a short walk in the area. The evening concludes with dinner at your leisure.
Day 1 -
Hike from Kerfany to Doëlan along the coastal path
- Transportation Minibus - 00h35 - 25km
- Activity Hiking
- Distance 22 km
- Positive elevation gain 100 m
- Negative elevation 105 m
- Accommodation 3-star hotel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
After a transfer to Kerfany beach, you begin your journey on the coastal path, which follows the shoreline overlooking the ocean. The route leads you to Doëlan, a small port with understated charm, nestled in a ria facing the Atlantic. Once bustling with fishing and trade, the port now thrives on pleasure boating and coastal shipping, while retaining its peaceful atmosphere. In the late afternoon, you arrive in Le Pouldu, in the commune of Clohars-Carnoët, for the night.
Day 2 -
From Doëlan to Fort Bloqué, between beaches and estuary
- Transportation Minibus - 00h25 - 17km
- Activity Hiking
- Distance 17 km
- Positive elevation gain 75 m
- Negative elevation 80 m
- Exposed passages Yes
- Accommodation 3-star hotel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
An early morning transfer takes you to the port of Doëlan, the starting point of your hike. You then proceed towards Kerrou beach, before reaching Le Pouldu, a peaceful seaside resort that once inspired Gauguin. The route continues with a crossing of the Laïta, a narrow river with wooded banks. At the end of the day's hike, you reach Fort Bloqué, a curious peninsula accessible only on foot at low tide, before becoming an island again at high tide. Transfer to your accommodation and overnight stay in Larmor-Plage.
Day 3 -
From Fort Bloqué to Kerguélen cove, between history and natural heritage
- Transportation Minibus - 15h - 10km
- Activity Hiking
- Distance 14 km
- Positive elevation gain 35 m
- Negative elevation 35 m
- Exposed passages Yes
- Accommodation 3-star hotel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
From your accommodation, a transfer will take you to Fort Bloqué, a former 18th-century fortification built to protect the Lorient harbor. Along the way, you'll cross a region rich in megalithic remains, including the sites of Kerham and Kerroc'h, evidence of ancient coastal settlement. As you hike, the landscape changes between heathland, dunes, and beaches. At the end of the stage, you'll see the Kerguélen cove, which opens onto the Groix straits, marking the transition to a more open coastline.
Day 4 -
From Larmor-Plage to Lorient
- Activity Hiking
- Distance 13 km
- Positive elevation gain 35 m
- Negative elevation 30 m
- Accommodation 2-star hotel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Today, your hike follows the coastline of Larmor-Plage, a renowned seaside resort in Morbihan. Known for its fine sandy beaches, marina, and the first French sailing school on Kerguélen Island, Larmor-Plage charms visitors with its maritime setting. The route offers superb panoramic views of Groix Island and the Lorient harbor, between land and sea.
Day 5 -
End of stay
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Your stay ends after breakfast.
Day 6
Accommodation
Access
Go to the starting point
Price details
The price includes
- 5 nights in 2* and 3* hotels, bed and breakfast included.
- the transfer of people,
- luggage transfers,
- a travel log for each room.
The price does not include
- the round trip from your home,
- lunchtime meals,
- evening meals (half-board is optional for 3 additional dinners),
- the Pouldu/Guidel ferry on day 3 (approximately €2),
- drinks,
- any possible visits,
- the single room supplement,
- the supplement for a person travelling alone.
Options
- option 3 additional dinners (Days 3, 4 and 5) : CHF123.50 / person
- Flex fare and insurance
Practical information
Specific formalities
Specifics
Before your departure, check with the embassy or consulate regarding the entry and stay requirements for your destination country. You can also find this information on the France Diplomatie website ( https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/dossiers-pays/ ).
In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.
It is your responsibility to ensure you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents (for example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return) , visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to consider any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.
ℹ️ Information may change up to the departure date, remember to regularly check official websites.
Equipment
Equipment to bring
- pair of sunglasses
- sunscreen
- 1 or 2 one-liter water bottles
- For the picnic: pocket knife, cutlery, cup, airtight plastic container (like Tupperware)
- toiletries
- small personal pharmacy
- toilet paper
- handkerchiefs
- 1 spare pair of eyeglasses (or contact lenses)
- 2 or 3 plastic bags for picnic leftovers
- flashlight or headlamp
- Walking sticks (recommended) but with rubber tips
- 1 pair of binoculars
- camera
- 1 backpack, 35/40 liters, with a flexible frame and equipped with a waist belt
- 1 soft travel bag for the week's belongings (note that it must not exceed 13 kg)
- good hiking shoes
- a pair of light shoes for the evening
Clothing to bring
- sports or hiking socks
- canvas trousers (quick-drying)
- shorts or skirt
- fleece sweater or jacket
- T-shirts or light shirts
- a waterproof jacket (Gore-Tex type)
- rain cape or poncho (which will also protect the backpack)
- a hat and sunglasses
- a hat
- a pair of lightweight gloves and waterproof over-trousers (from autumn to spring)
- a swimsuit and a small bath towel
- comfortable change of clothes for the evening
