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Cycling loops

Cycling loop 1 - 19.4 km"Les 4 chapelles" in Saint-Jean-Trolimon

Take in the view over the Bay of Audierne, along paths and back roads… There are 4 chapels and the imposing ruined pebble crusher. You’ll also discover rich, protected natural areas.

Cycling loop 2 - 15.9 km"Cap Caval" in Plomeur

The emblematic Pointe de la Torche, the hinterland and its unique views over the Bay of Audierne will punctuate this lovely walk steeped in history that will take you back in time.

Cycling loop 3 - 11 km"Around the ster" in Plobannalec-Lesconil

The ideal family tour to enjoy a variety of scenery: fishing port, country roads, megaliths, unusual buildings and, as a bonus, the best views of the mouth of the Ster ria.

Cycling loop 4 - 6.6 km"Tro Enez" at Ile-Tudy

Pedal through the narrow streets steeped in history to discover traditional fishermen’s houses and old canneries.

Cycling loop 5 - 10.5 km"Loc en selle" in Loctudy

This itinerary will help you (re)discover chapels, churches and other heritage sites that bear witness to Loctudy‘s prosperous past.

Cycle route 6 - 15.6 km"By wood, shore and polder" at Combrit, Sainte-Marine

The cycle loop takes you through the bucolic countryside of Combrit Sainte-Marine. It will take you on a tour of the local heritage.

Cycling loop 7 - 12 km"Les Mégalithes" in Penmarc'h

Discover theNeolithic heritage of the southern Bigouden region on this cycling itinerary.

Cycle route - 19.9 kmla Penmarc'haise

Get on your bikes for a tour of the Bigouden headland!

Along the sea

La Littorale cycle route no. 45 is almost 100km long and follows the coastline along the Bay of Audierne and the Bigouden ports from Plozévet to Sainte-Marine.

Here is a selection of 4 sections for your little tribe:

Cycle route no. 45the coastline - 17.8 kmfrom Pors Poulhan to Pouldreuzic

Cycle route no. 45the coastline - 28.1 kmfrom Pouldreuzic to Penmarc'h

Cycle route no. 45the coastline - 32.7 kmfrom Penmarc'h to Pont-l'Abbé

Cycle route no. 45the coastline - 19.5 kmfrom Pont-l'Abbé to Sainte-Marine

Cycling on the rivers of Pont-l’Abbé and Odet?

Yes, it’s possible! With the P’tit Bac.

Crossing the Pont-l’Abbé river from Loctudy toÎle-Tudy
Crossing the Odet river from Sainte-Marine to Bénodet

If you want to go from one commune to another, you can take the P’tit Bac with your bikes. This saves you time on the cycle route and gives you the added bonus of a mini-cruise.

You board at the last pontoon of the marina on the Loctudy side and at the end of the slipway on the Île-Tudy side.
On the Sainte-Marine side, you board at the end of the small slipway next to the Café de la Cale.

Old railway lines

In the Bigouden region, two routes follow old railway lines.

The first follows the green lane between Pont-l’Abbé and Pluguffan, while the second follows the tracks of the Birinik train between Pont-l’Abbé and Saint-Guénolé. Two options that guarantee safety while taking you back in time.

©Cycling on the green route - Pont-L'Abbé|E. Cléret

The green route between Pont-l'Abbé and Pluguffan

The route starts in Pont-l’Abbé next to the recycling centre (car park nearby).

The greenway takes you as far as theKermathéano junction between Pluguffan and Plomelin. Ideal for families as it is very safe, this 12km path also has the advantage of being shady and easy to follow.

But don’t forget the rare level crossings, where you’ll need to be vigilant if you want to cross the road safely.

Find out more here

Birinik Train cycle route

This new route crosses the whole of the Pays Bigouden Sud, from north to south-west, covering almost 20 kilometres.

It starts in the historic town centre of Pont-l’Abbé and finishes at the fishing port of Saint-Guénolé. It passes through a total of 5 different communes.

For the curious, the birinik is the nickname given to the old railway line that ran through part of the area. This itinerary is suitable for everyone, especially families.

Away from busy roads, it offers a perfectly safe environment thanks to its various facilities (cycle paths, green lanes, safe crossings, road markings, etc).

Find out more here

©V45 cycle route - Penmarc'h |J. Jehanin

Getting to the beach by bike

Leave the car in the yard and cycle as much as possible.

That’s what holidays are all about! To make matters worse, you’re doing your bit for the planet and soaking up the sea air. A few kilometres on the pedals, and voilà! Ready to take to the water?

Here are the different links between the town and the beach.