South Cove – Saint-Gildas Point loop from Préfailles

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South Cove – Saint-Gildas Point loop from Préfailles

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South Cove – Saint-Gildas Point loop from Préfailles

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5.44km

30m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 22, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

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Réserve naturelle de la Pointe Saint-Gildas

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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967 m

South Cove

Highlight • Beach

Beautiful little bay, protected to the west by Pointe Saint-Gildas.
Fairly large sandy beach, easily accessible by bike

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2.21 km

Pointe Saint-Gildas, orientation table

Highlight • Other

Panorama of the entire Pointe Saint-Gildas

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2.36 km

Pointe Saint-Gildas Semaphore

Highlight • Other

A strategic viewpoint over the ocean, this former lookout post became a semaphore in 1862 (military surveillance) then a lighthouse in 1954.
A must-see place to visit during a walk …

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2.58 km

Bunkers of Pointe Saint-Gildas

Highlight • Historical Site

2.68 km

Saint-Gildas Point

Highlight • Structure

This port can accommodate up to 286 ships at anchor, protected at the bottom of Anse du Boucau. Several restaurants nearby.

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2.95 km

Saint-Gildas Point

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

The point is a rocky and wild place where you can hike without being disappointed. With this map and well-maintained trails, it's a hiker's delight. Do not miss.

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5.44 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.10 km

1.17 km

483 m

466 m

187 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.99 km

1.86 km

343 m

128 m

122 m

Elevation

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Weather

Tuesday 20 October

16°C

12°C

61 %

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Max wind speed: 54.0 km/h

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Comments

May 10, 2025,🇫🇷Port de la Pointe Saint-Gildas"25/33"🌤️🚶

Préfailles is an ideal destination for nature lovers, offering diverse landscapes ranging from wild coastlines to hidden coves and unspoiled countryside. Numerous hiking or biking trails allow you to explore the natural and cultural heritage of this charming seaside resort. Today we hiked to Pointe Saint Gildas. This small, original lighthouse, bordered by a long, wild coastline, offers views of …

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