The best walks and hikes around Locquénolé

From the paths winding under the canopy of the Lannigou woods in Locquénolé, this viewpoint offers a striking natural window onto the Morlaix river. Between the trunks and the shaded foliage, the view opens onto the calm waters of the estuary, which ripple with the tides. The contrast between the deep green of the undergrowth and the changing reflections of the maritime river creates a peaceful and contemplative atmosphere, ideal for pausing during a stroll along the left bank.

Dominating the Place de la Liberté in Locquénolé, the Saint-Guénolé Church (classified as a Historic Monument) is a remarkable testament to the religious history and Romanesque architecture of Brittany. A mixed architecture: The current building preserves precious Romanesque vestiges from the 11th century, notably the structure of its nave, its round arches, and above all its capitals sculpted in dark stone (with geometric motifs and naive figures). Remodeling from the 17th century: The church was profoundly remodeled at this time. Its bell tower with two bell chambers bears the year 1681, crowned by a short spire. Its interior treasure: The building houses rich furnishings, including a late 17th-century high altar with elegant polychrome wooden twisted columns, as well as a 15th-century silver bust and reliquary arm containing the relics of Saint Guénolé.

Dominating the Place de la Liberté in Locquénolé, the Saint-Guénolé Church (listed as a Historic Monument) is a remarkable testament to the religious history and Romanesque architecture of Brittany. * A mixed architecture: The current building preserves precious Romanesque vestiges from the 11th century, notably the structure of its nave, its round arches, and especially its capitals sculpted in dark stone (with geometric motifs and naive figures). * Remodels from the 17th century: The church was profoundly remodeled at that time. Its bell tower with two bell chambers bears the year 1681, crowned by a short spire. * Its interior treasure: The building houses rich furnishings, including a late 17th-century high altar with elegant polychrome wooden twisted columns, as well as a 15th-century silver bust and reliquary arm containing the relics of Saint Guénolé.

Located in the commune of Plougasnou, Saint-Samson beach is a beautiful sandy stretch bordered by pink granite rocks. Sheltered and facing the entrance to the bay of Morlaix, it offers a wild and preserved setting, very pleasant at high tide for swimming as well as at low tide for lovers of shore fishing.

The Ti Louzou beach (or Ty Louzou), located near Plougasnou, is a small, intimate cove mixing sand and pebbles. Well sheltered and facing due south at the end of a small dead end, it is a peaceful and confidential haven appreciated by locals, ideal for relaxing quietly facing the bay of Morlaix.

Located in Carantec, the Pointe de Pen al Lan (or Pointe de la Lande) offers a spectacular and breathtaking panorama of the Bay of Morlaix, with a privileged view of the emblematic Château du Taureau and the Louët Island lighthouse. This magnificent natural site, bordered by the customs path (GR34) and enhanced by the Claude Goude park, is a must-see stop to contemplate the ballet of the tides in the heart of this exceptional marine landscape.

Located in Carantec, Pointe de Pen al Lan (or Pointe de la Lande) offers a spectacular and breathtaking panorama of the Baie de Morlaix, with a privileged view of the emblematic Château du Taureau and the lighthouse on Île Louët. This magnificent natural site, bordered by the customs officers' path (GR34) and enhanced by the Claude Goude park, is a must-see stop to contemplate the ballet of the tides in the heart of this exceptional marine landscape.

Picturesque only at high tide