The Crozon peninsula and Cap Sizun at your leisure
In summary
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Sports
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Duration7 days
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LevelIntermediate
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DestinationFinistère / Brittany
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AgeFrom 18 - 90 years
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CO₂-Emissions117.85 kg CO2
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Type of stayIndependent traveler
In a few words
Explore the Crozon peninsula and the port of Douarnenez by following the legendary GR34 , Brittany's iconic coastal path. This route immerses you in the heart of a spectacular coastline, between steep cliffs , rocky headlands and wild beaches , with the ever-changing waters of the Atlantic Ocean as a backdrop.
As you progress, you'll discover remarkable natural sites such as Pointe du Van , Baie des Trépassés , and the famous Pointe du Raz , offering breathtaking panoramas and a unique atmosphere. Each stage reveals a new facet of Finistère , from windswept moors to secluded coves.
This self-guided hike is ideal for immersing yourself in authentic nature, at your own pace, while enjoying a rich and unspoiled environment. A truly unique experience for lovers of wide-open spaces and exceptional coastal landscapes .
The highlights
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The diversity of wild landscapes of the Crozon peninsula
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Douarnenez Bay: its wild coastline and the Pentrez marina
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Pointe du Raz, classified as a Grand Site National
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Sport
Level
Hiking / Trekking
The expert's opinion
5 days of strenuous hiking in an oceanic environment, sometimes in very wild and isolated areas, cliffs, etc. Distances vary from 19 to 24 km with significant elevation gains ranging from 350 m to 720 m depending on the day.
In figures
Hiking
- Average distance/day: 24 km
- Average daily elevation gain: 416 m
- Average daily descent: 431 m
Management
Program
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Installation in Camaret-sur-Mer
- Accommodation 3-star hotel
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Arrival in Camaret-sur-Mer, a charming port on the Crozon peninsula. Once renowned for sardine and lobster fishing, the town still retains a strong maritime heritage and architecture that faces the ocean. This typical Breton port, located on the Atlantic coast, is an ideal starting point for exploring the Finistère coastline and the GR34 hiking trail. Check-in for two nights.
Day 1 -
The Crozon Peninsula: From Pointe des Espagnols to Pointe de Pen Hir
- Transportation Car - 20h - 15km
- Activity Hiking
- Distance 23 km
- Positive elevation gain 350 m
- Negative elevation 400 m
- Accommodation 3-star hotel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Early morning transfer to Pointe des Espagnols, the starting point for your hike on the Crozon peninsula. The trail quickly reveals the natural and historical treasures of the coastline, between Pointe Sainte-Barbe, the Saint-Fiacre chapel, and the Vauban fort. Following the north and then west coast, panoramic sea views unfold until you reach Pointe de Pen-Hir, famous for its granite cliffs rising over 70 meters above the ocean. Facing the Tas de Pois (Pea Stacks), the view extends to the islands of Sein and Ouessant. Return transfer to Camaret.
Day 2 -
The Crozon Peninsula: The "Castle" of Dinan and the Cap de la Chèvre
- Transportation Car - 00h10 - 8km
- Activity Hiking
- Distance 23 km
- Positive elevation gain 720 m
- Negative elevation 770 m
- Accommodation 3-star hotel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Early morning transfer to Dinan Castle, located at Pointe du Kador, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the Breton horizon. The coastal path leads you to Cap de la Chèvre, passing Pointe de Rostudel and Pointe du Dolmen. Among pine trees, moors, and heaths, the views of Anse de Saint-Nicolas and Île Vierge, one of Europe's most beautiful beaches, are spectacular. A hike on the Crozon peninsula, between cliffs and turquoise waters, is ideal for discovering the unspoiled beauty of Brittany. Final stop in Morgat, a former tuna fishing port.
Day 3 -
From Douarnenez to Pointe de Castel Coz
- Transportation Car - 01h10 - 60km
- Activity Hiking
- Distance 23 km
- Positive elevation gain 450 m
- Negative elevation 400 m
- Accommodation 3-star hotel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Early morning transfer to the port of Tréboul, the starting point of your hike on the GR34. The trail follows cliffs and coves, offering spectacular views of the Iroise Sea. Between ascents and descents to invigorating seaside inlets, you'll discover the beauty of Cap Sizun, the nature reserve, and the beaches of Pors Péron and Beuzec. The hike continues to the Pointe de Kastel Koz, an iconic site on the Breton coast, then to the Keriolet windmill before the return transfer to Douarnenez.
Day 4 -
Cap Sizun, Pointe du Van and Baie des Trépassés
- Transportation Car - 00h25 - 20km
- Activity Hiking
- Distance 24 km
- Positive elevation gain 360 m
- Negative elevation 380 m
- Accommodation 3-star hotel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner included
Transfer in the early morning. The hike continues along the GR34, in the heart of the Cap Sizun nature reserve. After passing the Ti Félix house, the trail reveals the Brézellec headland and Théolen beach, before reaching the Pointe du Van, wilder and more unspoiled than its famous neighbor, the Pointe du Raz. At the end of the route, the view opens onto the Baie des Trépassés, one of the most beautiful beaches in Brittany, perfectly oriented to the west.
Day 5 -
Pointe du Raz and Audierne Bay
- Activity Hiking
- Distance 24 km
- Positive elevation gain 200 m
- Negative elevation 205 m
- Accommodation 3-star hotel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner included
The day begins at Pointe du Raz, a designated Grand Site National, where only the cries of seagulls and the sea breeze can be heard. Facing you, the Île de Sein rises offshore, dominated by its iconic lighthouse. The path then becomes gentler, winding between verdant meadows and rugged coastline, all the way to Audierne. The hike ends at the Audierne fish farm, renowned for over 50 years for its lobsters, crabs, sea bass, and turbot.
Day 6 -
Audierne
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
The stay in Audierne ended after breakfast. This former cod-fishing port, whose fleets once sailed to Newfoundland, remains very active, now also geared towards recreational boating. It's pleasant to have a coffee on the quayside in the morning.
Day 7
Accommodation
Access
Go to the starting point
➡️ From Brest train station to Camaret-sur-Mer:
- By bus : regional line (BreizhGo network), approximately 1.5 to 2 hours , fare ~2 to 5€
- By taxi/private hire vehicle : approximately 1 hour 10 minutes , estimated cost between €80 and €120
- Car rental : recommended for greater flexibility
🅿️ Free parking in Camaret-sur-Mer (subject to availability):
- Camaret port parking lot
- Parking near the Vauban Tower
- Several free parking lots are available in the city centre and near the beaches.
Price details
The price includes
- Accommodation in a 3-star hotel
- All breakfasts
- Dinners on days 5 and 6
- The planned transfers of people
- Luggage transfers
- A travel journal for each room
The price does not include
- The round trip from your home
- Lunches and dinners (except dinners on days 5 and 6)
- Drinks and personal expenses
- Possible visits
- The single room supplement
- The supplement for a single person travelling (calculated automatically during booking)
Options
- Half-board option : CHF132.65 / unit
- 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
Miscellaneous equipment:
- pair of sunglasses (all seasons)
- sunscreen
- 1 or 2 one-liter water bottles
- For the picnic: pocket knife, cutlery, cup, airtight plastic container (like Tupperware) (instead of a plate, very practical, especially for storing cutlery), 1 napkin
- Toiletries, - small personal first-aid kit (disinfectant and plasters, lip balm, blister plasters, Compeed-type blister plasters, your usual medications)
- toilet paper, tissues
- 1 spare pair of eyeglasses (or contact lenses)
- 2 or 3 plastic bags for picnic leftovers, - flashlight or headlamp
- Other optional equipment: walking sticks (recommended), 1 pair of binoculars, camera…
Luggage :
All your belongings should be divided into two bags:
- 1 backpack (35/40 litres) with a flexible frame and a waist belt, capable of holding the day's food, water bottle, rain gear, camera...
- 1 soft travel bag for the week's belongings (note that it must not exceed 13 kg).
Clothing to bring
Your walking clothes (the list should be adapted according to the season):
- a pair of good hiking boots (with good tread, not necessarily high-tops, but comfortable and that you've already used)
- a pair of light shoes for the evening (this could be a pair of sports shoes that can replace hiking shoes in case of foot pain)
- sports or hiking socks
- canvas trousers (quick-drying)
- shorts or skirt, - sweater or fleece 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 beanie
- 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