To the south-west – the curious Runiou pyramid

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To the south-west – the curious Runiou pyramid

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To the south-west – the curious Runiou pyramid

03:18

10.6km

70m

Hiking

For this ten-kilometre walk, I suggest you discover the south-west side of the island of Ouessant. Leaving Lampaul, head south towards Penn ar Viler. The coastal paths are pleasant and delicate. Don't forget to stay on these to protect the fragile flora that caps the island.

Arrived at the tip…

Last updated: June 8, 2024

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Parc naturel régional d'Armorique

Parc naturel marin d'Iroise

Waypoints

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10 m

Lampaul

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A small town animated by many shops, Lampaul is the nerve center of the island of Ouessant. At the tourist office located in front of the church, you will find …

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4.72 km

Runiou Pyramid

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On the southwestern tip of the island, the Runiou pyramid is an imposing white monolith. It serves as a beacon for browsers trying to find their way around.

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6.76 km

Port of Penn ar Roc’h

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The port of Penn ar Roc'h is one of the many small slipways on the island of Ouessant. Throughout the year, fishing and pleasure boats anchor there. On the surrounding rocks, birds regularly nest.

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9.31 km

Ouessant water reservoirs

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Contrary to popular belief, the rain does not always abound on the island of Ouessant. Here, as in other Ponant islands, measures have been taken so that islanders and visitors …

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10.6 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.54 km

2.15 km

1.80 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.28 km

3.47 km

1.12 km

947 m

706 m

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Comments

July 28, 2023

For this ten-kilometre walk, I suggest you discover the south-west side of the island of Ouessant. Leaving Lampaul, head south towards Penn ar Viler. The coastal paths are pleasant and delicate. Don't forget to stay on these to protect the fragile flora that caps the island.
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Arrived at the tip of Penn

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