Roscoff > Saint-Brieuc

LE TOUR DE MANCHE
Pink Granite Coast
ROADBOOK
Roscoff > Saint-Brieuc
8 days / 7 nights
© Pierre TORSET
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BIKE INFORMATION
MORLAIX
THE “ACCUEIL VÉLO” (CYCLISTS WELCOME) LABEL
Accueil Vélo is a national brand providing reception and high-quality
services to cyclists along cycle routes. The Accueil Vélo label covers
accommodation, Tourist Offices, bike rental and repair companies and
tourist sites.
These are marked with the brand’s pictogram in this guide.
Accredited services must be within 5 km of a cycle route and meet
certain criteria:
- Provide reception facilities for cycle tourists: welcome treats,
useful information and advice (tours, weather forecast, other Accueil
Vélo services), a suitable breakfast.
- Offer the following services: luggage transfer, laundry washing and
drying, bike and accessory rental, bike washing facilities.
- Offer the following facilities and equipment: secure bike storage
area, repair kit.
BIKE RENTAL
Rental companies offering rentals and touring services (equipment, assistance)
ÉDITO
The different services and providers
featured in this roadbook have been
chosen with the prime objective of
making the practical arrangements for
your holiday as simple and efficient as
possible.
In no way does it provide a
comprehensive list. As a priority, it aims
to meet the expectations of a defined
target clientele for European tour
operators with the following profile:
individuals and groups of individuals aged
41 to over 60, for a one-week holiday,
looking mostly to discover heritage,
history and nature, accommodation in 2
and 3-star hotels, half-board or bed and
breakfast, average distance of 30 to 50
km per day, easy to moderate difficulty.
The stages chosen comprise one route
suggestion, several others are possible.
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Abicyclette - Rennes / +33 (0)2 30 96 18 22 / www.abicyclette.net
Arz Location - Theix / +33 (0)6 73 58 72 33 / www.arz-locations.fr
Christophe Le Garzic - Roscoff / +33 (0)6 24 64 08 19 - www.easy-roll.fr
Intersport - Lannion/Paimpol / +33 (0)2 96 20 59 46
LOCAL BIKE TOUR COMPANIES
Incoming tour operators offering turnkey holidays for this route
Abicyclette - Rennes / +33 (0)2 30 96 18 22 / www.abicyclette.net
Compagnie des sentiers maritimes - Rennes / +33 (0)2 99 78 83 70 / www.sentiersmaritimes.com
France Randonnée - Rennes / +33 (0)2 99 67 42 21 / www.france-randonnee.fr
Open Eyes - Pluvigner / +33 (0)2 97 59 07 83 / www.open-eyes.fr
Visit Ouest - Le Rheu / +33 (0)2 99 14 95 47 / www.visit-ouest.com
MAPS AND GUIDES
Two guidebooks for the Petit Tour de Manche are available in French and in English and
one for the Tour de Manche is available in French
Baytree Press / www.cycle-guides.co.uk
Itinérance à Vélo « Tour de Manche » / www.cartovelo.com (to be published in spring 2014)
BIKE TRANSPORT ON TRAIN
There is no charge for carrying bikes on TER regional trains: bikes are suspended or
placed in a dedicated space. The departure and arrival towns on the route have been
chosen to allow return by TER to the tour departure point.
Taking a bike with you on TGV high-speed trains is more complicated: you need to book
in advance and pay a fee. Bikes must be carried in a protective cover, too.
Restrictions also apply in peak periods. For additional information, consult www.velo.sncf.com
Timetable and fares on websites www.ter-sncf.com/bretagne and www.voyages-sncf.com.
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OVERVIEW
> TRIP
OF THE
MORLAIX
The Tour de Manche – Pink Granite Coast offers a unique adventure featuring some 250 kilometres of varied coastal landscapes.
Take your time to enjoy this dream opportunity and explore natural sites of outstanding beauty and interest such as Morlaix
Bay, the Pink Granite Coast, Jaudy and Léguer Valleys, as well as ports, seaside resorts and characterful towns including Roscoff,
Morlaix, Lannion, Tréguier, Paimpol, Saint-Quay-Portrieux, Binic, Saint-Brieuc and more besides. There are a wide variety of
viewpoints along narrow roads and dedicated trails. The Breton spirit can be seen in each of these contrasts.
The route alternates between stages on quiet roads and greenways. There are some marked climbs. This difficulty may restrict the
accessibility of the route somewhat, but the development of the electric bike – already available, particularly for groups – makes
this outstanding route accessible to as broad a clientele as possible. Featuring nature, coastlines, heritage, culture, gastronomy,
authenticity and peace and quiet, the route combines all the ingredients for a thoroughly exceptional cycling holiday!
For more information about the entire Tour de Manche route, visit www.tourdemanche.com
Tide times: www.maree.info
SOME MAJOR EVENTS
APRIL
HIGHLIGHTS
The Pink Granite Coast
Intriguingly-shaped, imposing pink granite rocks,
carved out by the wind and sea. An outstanding natural
beauty spot on the national heritage list.
Paimpol and Bréhat Island (short spur route)
Paimpol’s harbour is redolent with the history of the
fishermen who set sail for fishing expeditions off
Iceland – a major influence on the history of the town
and surrounding villages.
The seaside resorts of Binic and Saint-Quay-Portrieux
Superb panoramic views of islands, fine sandy beaches,
and deep-water ports all contribute to an atmosphere
of distant voyages – and recall the era of sailing ships.
Saint-Brieuc Bay
In the bay, at low tide the tide goes out over 7 km,
leaving a foreshore bustling with life! It’s an amazing
place to go shellfish picking. 112 bird species can
also be observed in the Natural Reserve, the largest
in Brittany. Perched on a headland at Hillion, the
Bay Visitor Centre provides information about the
particular balance of this environment.
‘Panoramas’ Festival - Morlaix: over
50 concerts and performances during
a 5-day festival featuring electro, rock,
and rap.
Entre Terre et Mer - Morlaix: over 400
boats, a fishing village, a giant farm and
gardens, and cookery lessons.
Erquy scallop festival: in 2014, the
scallop festival will be held in Erquy,
featuring tasting sessions, meetings and
sea trips.
Cartoon strip festival - Perros-Guirec.
Complet’mandingue festival
Saint-Brieuc.
MAY
Saint Yves day - Tréguier: one of the
most fervent pardon ceremonies in
Brittany.
Fête de la Bretagne brings together
various events throughout the region.
www.fetedelabretagne.com
Art Rock in Saint-Brieuc & Rock’n
Toques.
Cod festival - Binic.
JULY
Perros-Guirec hydrangea show:
focusing on tradition and cultural
diversity with Breton pipe music, Celtic
circles, foreign music and Fest-Noz
events.
AOUT
Sea shanty festival - Paimpol.
Folks Blues festival - Binic.
USEFUL INFORMATION
Electricity: 220V AC.
Emergency numbers - European: 112 / Ambulance: 15 / Police: 17 / Fire service: 18.
Note that most shops in France close between 12 noon and 2pm and close for the day at
7pm. It’s also rare to find restaurants that serve meals before 7pm.
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MAP
MORLAIX
LE TOUR DE MANCHE
from Roscoff to Saint-Brieuc
© France Vélo Tourisme
You can view the detailed map and all Gpx files for the route on the website
www.tourdemanche.com
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www.tourdemanche.com
You can view the detailed map of road and traffic free sections on the interactive map at
Difficulté : Easy: virtually flat route without frequent dangerous section.
Intermediate: route with hilly sections or frequent dangerous sections.
Expert: route with difficult hilly sections or very frequent dangerous sections.
total overall ascent.
SAINT-BRIEUC
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HIGHLIGHTS
The town centre and shipowners’
houses.
A small characterful town, clad in granite! Stroll from the old port through
the alleys: Roscoff greets walkers with richly sculpted facades of the homes
of the shipowners and privateers that made it wealthy in the sixteenth and
seventeenth centuries.
Johnnies house.
Sainte-Barbe chapel.
GETTING TO ROSCOFF
Car:
Paris/Roscoff: 558 km.
Train: Paris/Roscoff: TGV high speed train to Morlaix then TER or coach to
Roscoff. Journey lasts 4 1/2 to 5 hours.
Rennes/Roscoff: TGV high speed train to Morlaix then TER or coach to
Roscoff. Journey lasts 2 1/2 hours.
Nantes/Roscoff: regional TER train to Rennes, TGV high speed train to
Morlaix then regional TER train or coach to Roscoff. Journey lasts 5 1/2 hours.
Air:
Paris, Rennes, Brest or Nantes airport and then train to Roscoff.
Ferry:
Crossings from Plymouth with Brittany Ferries.
Batz Island - Close by.
www.iledebatz.com
Car parks: Car park near the Marine Station, free and unguarded station:
Quai d’Auxerre, Mathurin Méheut, Céléstin Séité.
STAGING POINT: ROSCOFF
Accommodation
2* hotel restaurant - Armen Le Triton
Rue du docteur Louis Bagot - Roscoff
+33 (0)2 98 61 24 44
www.hotel-letriton.com
3* hotel - La Résidence
Rue des Johnnies - Roscoff
+33 (0)2 98 69 74 85
www.hotelroscoff-laresidence.fr
3* hotel - Le Talabardon
Place Lacaze Duthiers - Roscoff
+33 (0)2 98 61 24 95
www.hotel-talabardon.com
Restaurants
Ti Saozon (crêperie)
Rue Gambetta - Roscoff
+33 (0)2 98 69 70 89
La Bonne étoile
(traditional/seafood)
Rue Amiral Reveillere - Roscoff
+33 (0)2 98 69 71 58
Market
On Wednesdays
A very good market on quai d’Auxerre.
2* hotel restaurant - Chez Janie
Le Port - Roscoff
+33 (0)2 98 61 15 43
www.chezjanie.fr
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MORE INFORMATION
Roscoff Tourist Board / +33 (0)2 98 61 12 13 / www.roscoff-tourisme.com
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MORLAIX
ROSCOFF
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30,8
95% roads
MORLAIX
Difficulty: easy to expert
D+ 351 metres
HIGHLIGHTS
The exotic gardens - On the way out
of Roscoff.
www.jardinexotiqueroscoff.com
Saint-Pol-de-Léon:
Notre-Damedu-Kreisker chapel, cathedral and old
town.
Between Armor and Argoat, a scenic stage on minor roads runs through
fields of spring vegetables in the Léonard area, passing through the quaint
little town of Saint-Pol-de-Léon, a former cathedral town with outstanding
heritage, on the way. As you wind along the lanes and tracks, you’ll be
greeted by sea views and Morlaix Bay. This stage is intermediate level but
without any real difficulties – and a great way to begin your trip. The total
distance is short, it’s a pleasant route, and there’s lots to see – including
beautiful landscape and sea views.
Pondalez houses - Morlaix.
www.musee.ville.morlaix.fr
LOGISTICS - LUGGAGE TRANSFER
Kergoat David - Morlaix
+33 (0)2 98 62 49 98
Allo Breizh Taxi - Morlaix
+33 (0)2 98 15 13 34
ON YOUR WAY
If you take the time to visit the exotic gardens in Roscoff or the superb town heritage,
Saint-Pol-de-Léon is the ideal place to stop for lunch, even though it’s close to the
departure point.
There’s a very good market every Tuesday on Place de l’Evêché, Place de Guébriant
and Place du Parvis. This is a great opportunity to buy some local fare for a picnic with
a regional touch, in the Chant de la Rive gardens or on the seafront.
STAGING POINT: MORLAIX
Take the time to stroll down the alleyways running
between stone staircases and houses in Pondalez, visit
the Italian baroque theatre, pass beneath the arches
of the imposing viaduct to reach the port in the town
centre and explore the river, which flows out into a
magnificent bay studded with islets.
NB: Morlaix has a well-served SNCF railway station, so
it can also be a good alternative starting-point instead of
Roscoff.
Allo Taxi Prigent - Morlaix
+33 (0)2 98 88 67 59
Mechanics
Marco Vélos - Saint-Pol-de-Léon
+33 (0)6 25 42 48 26
Cycles Desbordes - Saint-Pol-de-Léon
+33 (0)2 98 69 03 38
Mor’les Cycles - Morlaix
+33 (0)9 51 38 15 06
Accommodation
2* hotel - Du Port
Quai du Léon - Morlaix
+33 (0)2 98 88 07 54
www.lhotelduport.com
3* hotel restaurant - l’Albatros
Ploujean - Morlaix
+33 (0)2 98 88 08 44
www.l-albatros.fr
Market: every Saturday, place des Otages and place
Allende.
Restaurants
Atipik Bilig (crêperie)
Rue Ange de Guernisac - Morlaix
+33 (0)2 98 63 38 63
L’Evidence (gastronomy)
Rue Basse - Morlaix
+33 (0)2 98 15 58 25
www.levidence.eu
L’Estaminet (gastronomy)
Rue du Mur - Morlaix
+33 (0)2 98 88 00 17
www.restaurant-morlaix.com
MORE INFORMATION
Morlaix Bay and Monts d’Arrée Touring Centre - Morlaix / +33 (0)2 98 62 14 94 / www.tourisme.morlaix.fr
Saint-Pol-de-Léon Tourist Board / +33 (0)2 98 69 05 69 / www.saintpoldeleon.fr
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LANNION
ROSCOFF
60>km
100% roads
MORLAIX
Difficulty: intermediate to expert
D+ 700 metres
HIGHLIGHTS
Along the Trégor coast in Morlaix
Bay: the bird reserve all the way along
the bay, home to no fewer than 60
different species.
The route follows the coast and passes through Plougasnou, a quaint
little town overlooking Morlaix Bay and Trébeurden Bay. You then arrive
at Plestin-les-Grèves, the last town in Finistère before arriving in Côtes
d’Armor.
Barnénez Cairn - Plouezoc’h: the largest
megalithic mausoleum in Europe.
www.barnenez.monuments-nationaux.fr
LOGISTICS - LUGGAGE TRANSFER
Kergoat David - Morlaix
+33 (0)2 98 62 49 98
Allo Breizh Taxi - Morlaix
+33 (0)2 98 15 13 34
SUR LE PARCOURS
Restaurants
There are lots of shops in Morlaix for you to get food
supplies and lunch before you leave, alternatively
shop in Plougasnou or Plestin-les-Grèves, twothirds of the way there.
Market in Plougasnou on Tuesday mornings and in
Plestin-les-Grèves on Sunday mornings.
For a more comfortable, reinvigorating stop on
this challenging stage, here are a few suggested
restaurants close to the route.
Allo Taxi Prigent - Morlaix
+33 (0)2 98 88 67 59
La Part des Anges (traditional)
Promenade de la Meloine - Plougasnou
+33 (0)2 98 72 33 90
La Maison de Kerdies (fish and seafood)
Rue de Saint Samson - Plougasnou
+33 (0)2 98 72 40 66
www.maisonkerdies.com
La Maison Saint-Eflamm (traditional)
Avenue de la Lieue de Grève – Plestin-les-Grèves
+33 (0)2 96 35 09 93
STAGING POINT: LANNION
The history of Lannion and Lannion Bay is bound up with
that of the Léguer, the river flowing through the historic
town and out into the bay between the natural beauty spots
of Yaudet and Beg Léguer. The Léguer Valley opens out onto
Lannion Bay, revealing all the historic and natural wealth of
the history of the Trégor area with its manor houses, chapels,
crosses and more.
NB: Lannion has a well-served SNCF railway station, so it can
also be a good alternative starting-point instead of Roscoff.
Market: on Thursday, large market in the town centre.
Accommodation
Hotel restaurant - Ibis centre
Avenue du Général de Gaulle
Lannion
+33 (0)2 96 37 03 67
www.ibis.com
Hotel restaurant - Kyriad Lannion
Chemin de Placenn Ar Guer
Lannion
+33 (0)2 96 48 70 18
www.kyriad.com
Mechanics
Mor’les Cycles - Morlaix
+33 (0)9 51 38 15 06
Le Saux - Lannion
+33 (0)2 96 37 62 50
Intersport - Lannion
+33 (0)2 96 05 76 50
Décathlon - Lannion
+33 (0)2 96 48 50 52
Restaurants
Le Tire bouchon (seafood cuisine)
Rue Keriavily – Lannion
+33 (0)2 96 37 10 43
Le moulin vert (crêperie)
Rue du Guesclin – Lannion
+33 (0)2 96 37 91 20
www.creperielemoulinvert.com
MORE INFORMATION
Morlaix Bay and Monts d’Arrée Touring Centre - Morlaix / +33 (0)2 98 62 14 94 / www.tourisme.morlaix.fr
Plestin-les-Grèves Tourist Board / +33 (0)2 96 35 61 93 / www.bretagne-cotedegranitrose.com
Lannion Tourist Board / +33 (0)2 96 05 09 00 / www.bretagne-cotedegranitrose.com
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LANNION2
PERROS-GUIREC
ROSCOFF
37>
km
90% roads
MORLAIX
Difficulty: easy to expert
D+ 468 metres
HIGHLIGHTS
Cruguil Manor and French-style
gardens - On the way out of Lannion.
Kerguntuil covered alley - Trégastel:
an outstanding megalithic monument.
Ploumanac’h major natural beauty
spot: coast path, coastal visitor centre
and lighthouse.
Leaving behind the flower-decked banks of the Léguer, this splendid section
of the Tour de Manche along the pink cliff coast road includes great sea
views and many glimpses of the beaches.
Don’t miss the spur route to Ploumanac’h to explore the exceptional coast
path and its iconic pink granite rocks.
Then it’s time to hop back on your bikes and complete the last few
kilometres to Perros-Guirec. The only cloud in this idyllic picture postcard
setting is the second part of the stage, which is quite challenging and
features several steep hills.
LOGISTICS - LUGGAGE TRANSFER
Allo Armor Taxi - Lannion
+33 (0)2 96 37 07 80
ON YOUR WAY
You can shop for your picnic at the market in Trébeurden
on Tuesday mornings or in Trégastel on Monday mornings;
there are lots of food shops in both of these towns, too.
Two thirds of the way there, on a spur route, Ploumanac’h
is an outstanding site, ideal for a picnic on the coast path
or a meal in a restaurant on the seafront or at the harbour.
Anne Taxi - Lannion
+33 (0)6 07 49 73 32
Avel Breizh Taxi - Lannion
+33 (0)6 07 96 75 02
Mechanics
Restaurants
Restaurant des Rochers
(traditional and seafood cuisine)
Chemin de la Pointe – Perros-Guirec
+33 (0)2 96 46 50 08
www.hotel-desrochers-perros.com
Le Saux - Lannion
+33 (0)2 96 37 62 50
Intersport - Lannion
+33 (0)2 96 05 76 50
Décathlon - Lannion
+33 (0)2 96 48 50 52
STAGING POINT: PERROS-GUIREC
Perros-Guirec is located in a protected natural
site, and surrounded by amazing landscapes in
which land and sea are dotted with pink granite
rocks sculpted by the wind. In addition to this
outstanding natural heritage, the town has some
amazing places to visit, including the old Harbour
Master museum, where you can learn about the
history and traditions of Lower Brittany.
Market: on Friday and Sunday mornings.
Accommodation
Restaurants
2* hotel restaurant - Des Rochers
Port de Ploumanac’h – Perros-Guirec
+33 (0)2 96 37 10 43
Ty Breizh crêperie
Rue de Landerval – Perros-Guirec
+33 (0)2 96 91 20 64
2* hotel restaurant - Au bon accueil
Rue de Landerval - Perros-Guirec
+33 (0)2 96 23 25 77
www.au-bon-accueil.com
Crêperie des Flots
Rue Anatole Le Braz – Perros-Guirec
+33 (0)2 96 23 04 83
2* hotel - Les Sternes
Rond point de Perros - Perros-Guirec
+33 (0)2 96 91 03 38
www.sternes.com
Le Bleu Marine (traditional cuisine)
Rue Anatole Le Braz – Perros-Guirec
+33 (0)2 96 23 11 86
MORE INFORMATION
Pink Granite coast Tourist Board - Lannion / +33 (0)2 96 05 60 70 / www.bretagne-cotedegranitrose.com
Trébeurden Tourist Board / +33 (0)2 96 23 51 64 / www.tourismetrebeurden.com
Trégastel Tourist Board / +33 (0)2 96 15 38 38 / www.ville-tregastel.fr
Perros-Guirec Tourist Board / +33 (0)2 96 23 21 15 / www.perros-guirec.fr
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PERROS-GUIREC
TRÉGUIER
ROSCOFF
23>
km
95% roads
MORLAIX
Difficulty: intermediate
D+ 213 metres
HIGHLIGHTS
Amazing coastal area to explore
round Plougrescant (spur route):
Saint-Nicolas chapel, Le Gouffre,
Saint-Gonery’s chapel and its leaning
steeple.
A pleasant country stage passing through farmland and cabbage fields.
Staying within sight of the sea means having to follow the ups and downs
of the steep Breton coast, though!
The spur routes to Buguélès and Plougrescant are really worth the detour.
Saint-Tugdual cathedral and timbered
houses - Tréguier.
LOGISTICS - LUGGAGE TRANSFER
Taxi Petretti Bénasse - Perros-Guirec
+33 (0)2 96 23 20 35
Taxi du Jaudy - Tréguier
+33 (0)2 56 39 21 19
Perros Taxis - Perros-Guirec
+33 (0)2 96 23 37 32
Taxis Trégorois - Tréguier
+33 (0)2 96 92 31 78
ON YOUR WAY
NB: there are fewer opportunities to buy food on today’s route,
so it will be easier to do your shopping making the most of the
many shops in Perros-Guirec. Midway, Penvenan is a pleasant
place to stop before the spur route options to Buguélès and
Plougrescant, with a market on Saturday mornings and small
restaurants close to the route.
STAGING POINT: TRÉGUIER
This small but remarkable ‘Cité de Caractère’ is
the capital of the Trégor area. Its main wealth is
its outstanding architectural heritage, bearing
witness to an important religious and cultural
past. The old town is a protected area, where you
can admire the fifteenth century Gothic cathedral
(the final resting place of Saint-Yves), semitimbered houses, alleys, squares and the marina
as well as the Ernest Renan museum, dedicated to
the Breton philosopher and author.
Market: on Wednesday mornings, on the quaysides and near the cathedral.
Restaurants
Mechanic
Le Crustacé
Rue de la poste – Penvenan
+33 (0)2 96 92 67 46
Perros Cycles – Perros-Guirec
+33 (0)2 96 23 13 08
Le Poivre et Sel
15 rue de Lannion – Penvenan
+33 (0)2 96 92 83 83
Catena – Penvénan
+33 (0)2 96 92 63 17
Accommodation
3* hotel restaurant - Kastell Dinec’h
Le castel – Minihy-Tréguier
+33 (0)2 96 92 92 92
www.kastelldinech.com
3* hotel restaurant - Aigue marine
Port de Plaisance – Tréguier
+33 (0)2 96 92 97 00
www.aiguemarine-hotel.com
Mr & Mrs Arhant’s bed and breakfast
Rue Ernest Renan - Tréguier
+33 (0)2 96 92 15 28
www.chambrestaratreguier.com
Restaurants
La Krampouzerie (crêperie)
Place du général de Gaulle – Tréguier
+33 (0)2 96 92 35 09
Le Ponton (seafood cuisine)
Rue Marcellin Berthelot – Tréguier
+33 (0)2 96 92 41 08
La crêperie des Halles
Rue Ernest Renan – Tréguier
+33 (0)2 96 92 39 15
Mr Moulinet (seafood cuisine)
Rue Ernest Renan – Tréguier
+33 (0)2 96 92 30 27
MORE INFORMATION
Trévou-Tréguignec Welcome Centre / +33 (0)2 96 23 71 92 / www.trevoutreguignec.fr
Plougrescant Tourist Information Centre / +33 (0)2 96 92 56 83 / www.tregorcotedajoncs-tourisme.com
Penvénan Tourist Information Centre / +33 (0)2 96 92 81 09 / www.tregorcotedajoncs-tourisme.com
Trégor-Côte d’Ajoncs Tourist Board – Tréguier / +33 (0)2 96 92 22 33 / www.tregorcotedajoncs-tourisme.com
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TRÉGUIER
PAIMPOL
ROSCOFF
21>
km
95% roads
MORLAIX
Difficulty: intermediate
D+ 230 metres
HIGHLIGHTS
Sillon de Talbert (spur route): a unique
site and regional nature reserve that
consists of a sandbar some 3 km long
stretching out into the sea.
Freewheel in a peaceful atmosphere (apart from one or two few busy
stretches) on beautiful country lanes towards the picturesque port of
Paimpol, with two amazing panoramic views of the Jaudy Valley around
Tréguier and the Trieux Valley near Lézardrieux.
The spur routes on this section are very worthwhile, offering some highly
attractive detours to the must-see sites on the coast.
LOGISTICS - LUGGAGE TRANSFER
Roche Jagu castle (spur route):
fifteenth-century castle overlooking
the bend in the Trieux.
www.larochejagu.fr
Bréhat archipelago (spur route): a day
trip to the island (departure from the
Arcouest landing stage) is an absolute
must: you can tour the island on foot
or by bike and easily spend a full day
there if you wish.
www.iledebrehat.fr
Taxi Toullelan François – Paimpol
+33 (0)2 96 20 58 56
Allo Taxi Courses – Paimpol
+33 (0)2 96 20 98 98
ON YOUR WAY
If you opt not to take one of the spur routes to
the coast, you can stop and shop at Lézardrieux,
two thirds of the way along the route. Market
on Friday mornings and local shops.
If you choose the spur route to Sillon de Talbert,
you’re best off getting your picnic before leaving Tréguier.
Mechanics
Intersport – Paimpol
+33 (0)2 96 20 59 46
Sport deux roues – Paimpol
+33 (0)2 96 20 95 06
STAGING POINT: PAIMPOL
Paimpol is famous for having been a deep-sea fishing port in the
early twentieth century, with its fleet sailing to fish off the coast
of Iceland. Visit the town centre and port and immerse yourself
in the history of the town and its Icelandic connection. The
narrow lanes, imposing shipowners’ houses and cobbled streets
will transport you back to the age of the privateers and Iceland
fishermen.
NB: Paimpol has an SNCF railway station with regional train services
to Lannion, Morlaix and Roscoff, making it a good alternative end to
the route, especially given that the next stage on to Saint-Brieuc is
definitely more difficult.
Market: Paimpol market takes place every Tuesday morning.
It is located on place du Martray, place des Halles, place de la
Vieille Tour and in rue Saint-Vincent and rue de l’Eglise.
Accommodation
2* hotel - Le Goëlo
Quai Duguay Trouin – Paimpol
+33 (0)2 96 20 82 74
www.hotel-goelopaimpol.fr
2* hotel restaurant - Terre Neuvas
Quai Duguay Trouin – Paimpol
+33 (0)2 96 55 14 14
www.leterre-neuvas.com
3* hotel - K’Loys
Quai Morand – Paimpol
+33 (0)2 96 20 40 01
www.k-loys.com
Restaurants
Le Dundee (crêperie)
Rue Quai – Paimpol
+33 (0)2 96 55 06 76
Crêperie de l’abbaye de Beauport
Rue Beauport – Paimpol
+33 2 96 20 80 21
Le Quai Ouest (bistrot restaurant
serving local produce)
Quai Morand – Paimpol
+33 (0)2 96 20 72 30
www.restaurant-paimpol.com
La Cotriade
16 quai A. Dayot - Paimpol
+33 2 96 20 81 08
MORE INFORMATION
Lézardrieux peninsula – Pleudaniel / +33(0)2 96 22 16 45 / www.presquile-de-lezardrieux.com
Paimpol Tourist Board / +33 (0)2 96 20 83 16 / www.paimpol-goelo.com
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PAIMPOL2
SAINT-BRIEUC
ROSCOFF
60>km
90% roads
MORLAIX
Difficulty: intermediate to expert
D+ 660 metres
HIGHLIGHTS
Beauport Abbey - At the beginning of
the route.
www.abbaye-beauport.com
A scenic route overlooking Bréhec coves via the cliff road, with access
to outstanding viewpoints. After Plouha, head for the beautiful seaside
resorts of Saint-Quay-Portrieux and Binic – ideal stopping places along
the coast – and arrive in Saint-Brieuc via the Parfond du Gouët viaduct and
greenway above the port.
The seaside resorts of Saint-QuayPortrieux and Binic.
LOGISTICS - LUGGAGE TRANSFER
Armor Griffon Taxi – Saint-Brieuc
+33 (0)2 96 94 70 70
The historic centre of Saint-Brieuc.
Markets in Plouha on Wednesday mornings,
Saint-Quay-Portrieux on Monday and Friday
mornings, Etables-sur-Mer on Tuesday and
Sunday mornings and Binic on Thursday
morning.
Halfway along the route, the seaside resort of
Saint-Quay-Portrieux offers the option of lunch
in one of several very pleasant restaurants on
this challenging stage.
Taxi Kersalé – Saint-Brieuc
+33 (0)2 96 94 07 08
ON YOUR WAY
Restaurants
Signatures (fish and local fare)
Avenue Foch – Saint-Quay-Portrieux
+33 (0)2 96 72 70 48
www.hotel-saint-quay-et-son-restaurant.com
Le Via Costa
Plage du Moulin - Etables-sur-Mer
+33 (0)2 96 70 69 57
www.viacosta.fr
STAGING POINT: SAINT-BRIEUC
Accommodation
The streets of the historic centre of Saint-Brieuc are
full of architectural surprises: semi-timbered houses,
mansions, a baroque manor house, and nineteenth
century market halls – as well as the cathedral, built
in the twelfth century. The Art and History museum
features both permanent galleries and temporary
exhibitions.
2* hotel - Ker Izel
Rue de Gouet – Saint-Brieuc
+33 (0)2 96 33 46 29
www.hotel-kerizel.com
Market: on Wednesday and Saturday in the city
centre.
3* hotel - Le Clisson
Rue de Gouët – Saint-Brieuc
+33 (0)2 96 62 19 29
www.hoteldeclisson.com
3* hotel restaurant - Edgar
Rue Jouellan – Saint-Brieuc
+33 (0)2 96 60 27 27
www.saint-brieuchotel.fr
Mechanics
Motoculture du Trieux – Plouha
+33 (0)2 96 20 20 11
R’Vélo – Binic
+33 (0)2 96 73 74 95
www.rvelo-binic.fr
Cycles Seb Hinault - Saint-Brieuc
+33 (0)2 96 94 11 40
Restaurants
Le Koadenn (crêperie / grills)
Rue Saint Guillaume – Saint-Brieuc
+33 (0)2 96 61 93 77
Esprit de Famille (home-made cuisine)
Rue des promenades – Saint-Brieuc
+33 (0)2 96 61 93 18
www.esprit-de-famille.fr
Bistrot du Port (traditional cuisine)
Rue des 3 Frères Le Goff – Saint-Brieuc
+33 (0)2 96 33 83 03
MORE INFORMATION
Plouha Tourist Board – Lanvallon / +33 (0)2 96 20 24 73 / www.falaisesdarmor.com
Saint-Quay-Portrieux Tourist Board / +33 (0)2 96 70 40 64 / www.saintquayportrieux.com
Etables-sur-Mer Tourist Board / +33 (0)2 96 70 65 41 / www.etables-sur-mer.com
Binic Tourist Board / +33 (0)2 96 73 60 12 / www.ville-binic.fr
Saint-Brieuc Tourist Board / +33 (0)2 96 33 32 50 / www.baiedesaintbrieuc.com
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ROSCOFF
DEPARTURE DAY:
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SAINT-BRIEUC
MORLAIX
Saint-Brieuc railway station (close to the city centre
and hotels) has good services for return to the departure point in Roscoff, with or without bikes, as
well as for transfer to major cities, stations and airports for your return journey (Paris, Rennes, Brest
and Nantes).
RETURN TRANSPORT
TO ROSCOFF with or without bikes
Train:
Saint-Brieuc – Roscoff: return possible by regional TER train
(bikes accepted, more information on www.velo.sncf.com),
journey lasts 1 1/2 hours from Saint-Brieuc via Morlaix.
Times and fares: www.ter-sncf.com/bretagne and
www.voyages-sncf.com.
Taxi:
Armor Griffon Taxi – Saint-Brieuc / +33 (0)2 96 94 70 70
www.taxi-saint-brieuc.com
Taxi Kersalé – Saint-Brieuc / +33 (0)2 96 94 07 08
AIRPORT AND STATION
TRANSFERS
Car:
Saint-Brieuc / Paris: 450 km.
Train: Saint-Brieuc / Paris: direct train or change in
Rennes for Paris: journey lasts 3 1/2 hours.
Saint-Brieuc / Rennes: direct regional TER train
or high speed TGV train to Rennes.
Saint-Brieuc / Nantes: train to Nantes via
Rennes or Vannes.
Air:
Paris, Rennes, Brest and Nantes airports accessible by train or train + taxi from Saint-Brieuc.
MORE INFORMATION
Saint-Brieuc Tourist Board / +33 (0)2 96 33 32 50
www.baiedesaintbrieuc.com
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