Walking & Hiking
Whether you are hiking along the Ille-et-Rance canal, cycling on the bike-rails of Médréac, following the coastal paths of Fouesnant-Les-Glénans, or hiking in the Monts d'Arrée, you'll find many ways to take in Brittany's fresh air and spirit.
Brittany's well-preserved nature reveals astonishing beauty for those who enjoy taking the time to look and observe, and to follow its rythm. Varied scenery passes by while you're travelling by foot, on horseback or on bicycle, on this unique network of close to 10000 kilometers of trails and paths . Walking and hiking is undoubtedly the best way of exploring the wealth of natural and cultural heritage. Discovering here a rare species of fern, there a parish enclosure, you follow in mind the heritage of the local men and women.
Don't wait, take a nosefull of fresh air.
The Fédération Française de la Randonnée Pedestre (FFRP) is the overseeing body for all marked and maintained walking routes in France. It provides information and guide-books (most in French) for walkers in the area.
Top 25 hiking maps issued by the Institut Géographique National (IGN) are available from newsagents (presse) and bookshops.
Many bookshops and other stores will sell local maps with detailed routes. There are also 53 Km of "green" paths developed in Morbihan suitable for cycling, walking, roller skating and for people with reduced mobility. Rando Briezh publishes guide books on all the walks, bike trails and horse trails. Look out for a booklet in the tourist offices or order yours online.
Horse Riding
Beautiful, green scenery is ideal for riding horseback in Brittany and there are over 2,000 kms especially for this very popular activity. There are centres all across the region offering trails and events.For more details visit Comité Régional d’Equitation de Bretagne (in French)
Tel: 02 97 84 44 00