The 9 most beautiful hikes to do in the Finistère

What if you explore the coastal paths of the Breton tip? Here are the most beautiful hikes to do in the Finistère.

With its end-of-the-world air, Finistère is a dreamy playground for those who wish to escape from agitation. Its cliffs dried by the winds and the ocean make up a wild setting that is not to mention Ireland or Scotland. But in many cases, the Breton mooring is paralyzed and is full of lighthouses and pretty traditional villages.

When you think of hiking, you can see yourself more easily climbing the slopes of the mountains than strolling by the sea. Yet, the Finistère offers hundreds of kilometers of trails to welcome beginner or wary hikers. No matter whether you want to take a small bowl of fresh air, admire beautiful landscapes or throw yourself in a sports spic: everything is possible! And to guide you, we have selected for you the most beautiful hikes of the Finistère.

1. Hiking from the tip of Van to the tip of Raz

Direction the most point in the West of France, with this hike in the Finistère that will take you along the famous Baie des Trépassés. You will leave from the Van Point, where the steeped rocks, beaten by the waters, are the sweet steppes. At the beginning of your walk you will discover the pretty port of Vorlen, with its small steep staircase and some fishing boats.

You will then follow a coastal path that will provide you with a breathtaking view of the Bay of Trépasses. Despite its name and the dark legend around it, it offers soft landscapes. Bordered by a long sandy beach, it even serves as a playground for surfers and swimmers.

This hike in the Finistère has for the final point the tip of the Raz. There you will have the opportunity to admire the Notre-Dame des Naufragés monument, but also and above all, the ocean, which occupies the entire horizon. Two choices will be offered to you: turn around, or a little bit to enjoy a beautiful sunset.

2. Hiking of the Portez Valley to the Conquet

Want to take a large bowl of pure air as you go to the Finistère? Here is a route that should please you. Long about 20 kilometers, but easy to access, it will allow you to fully enjoy the unique views of the region.

The long coastal path will allow you to explore the surprisingly hilly landscapes of the west coast of Brittany. From your starting point, you will discover a series of beautiful sandy beaches, lined with cliffs and wild grass. As you walk, you'll have all the leisure to sting a head!

But don’t wait too long to get back on your way to miss the great points of view that this finitsterian hike offers. Stay close, especially, around Plougonvelin and Saint-Mathieu. Afterwards, you will end the walk through the Iroise Marine Natural Park before reaching the pretty village of Conquet.

3. Beg-Meil hike in Concarneau

For trekking enthusiasts on several days, there are several great hiking trails in the Finistère. Among them, the GR34, which we offer you here to discover a small portion during a day hike.

You will leave the small town of Beg-Meil, where you will have the opportunity to discover several charming coves. You will then follow the coastal path the deep bay of the Forest to reach the famous small town of Concarneau. During this long hike, you will have the opportunity to discover a multitude of beaches and idyllic landscapes.

As for Concarneau, it deserves a small tourist stop, especially to admire its fortifications. Be aware, however, of the tides, which can block some of the paths that this route is taking, requiring you to pass through the road.

4. Hiking around the tip of Beg Moc’h

If you are looking for a beautiful hike in the Finistère, for example for a family trip, this loop should please you. Over the course of its ten kilometers, you will have the opportunity to discover particularly varied landscapes. You will have a rather complete overview of the different faces offered by the Finistère to hikers.

Among the pepits that will be offered to you, we can mention the marine landscapes sprinkled with small fishing boats. But you will also admire small coves lined with pebble beaches, as well as green landes licked by the winds.

5. Kerguinou Hiking – Cornwall Fort – Spanish Point

This pretty hike will make you discover what the Finistère has softer. In fact, you will take coastal paths lined with greenery and expanses of heather. You will immerse yourself in the Armorican landscapes where water, rock and vegetation cohabit in harmony.

Along the way, you will also enjoy various decors, sometimes undergrowth, sometimes overlooked by rugged coves. You will also have the opportunity to admire the impressive forts of Cornwall and the Capuchins, as well as a panoramic view of Brest Bay. In short, this hike combining nature and culture will be the taste of all!

6. Douarnenez hike in Beuzec-Cap-Sizun

This hike in the South Finistère is actually a long GRP stage. Its length is especially suitable for sportsmen and regulars of hiking. But she will widely reward them with their efforts!

Indeed, they will discover peaceful marine areas as well as small secret and wild coves where the ocean unleashes. Moreover, according to the weather, water sometimes takes turquoise or emerald green tones, making the landscape more breathtaking. They will also admire rugged landscapes where rocks, water surges, resemble massive statues.

They will also pass through the beautiful tip of the Millier, as well as the famous city of Douarnenez. In short, this long hike offers a very beautiful range of landscapes of Finistère, which will leave an imperishable memory to walkers.

7. Randonnée Bourg et Garenne

Here is a hike in the South Finistère quite different from those previously presented. Indeed, it will not take you a coastal path. You will rather be in the land, on the commune of Plomelin, not far from Quimper.

But the water will nevertheless be beautiful and well present since this hiking route will take you along a river, the Odet. The walk will also often be undergrowth, making it pleasant in the summer.

Through your walk, you will have the opportunity to cross a pretty mill, a menhir, and even the remains of the Roman Baths of Pérennou! The region is also rich in castles and you will probably see the manor of Kerouzien, the castle of Pérennou and that of Kerambleiz.

8. Treat to Saint-Samson

If you are looking for a small hike in the Finistère that will take you only one hour, we recommend this route. Although short, it will offer you varied landscapes, between ocean and countryside. By the way, you can sit on a pretty peaceful beach.

We also recommend that you make a small stop in the charming chapel of Saint-Samson. Finally, in the same area, do not miss the amazing face rock of Saint-Samson, whose friendly profile emerges from the bay.

9. Hiking in Guimaëc, Plestin and the Armorique

Let's finish this selection of the finest hikes in Finistère, going north, not far from Morlaix. In this part of the Finistère, the vegetation is denser and the redr rock. Pins and ferns cohabit perfectly with the ocean. Only white houses with slate roofs of typical villages come to disturb the calm of these relaxing landscapes.

If doing this hike in the summer will allow you to pick a head in the ocean, it is also very valuable in the fall. In fact, the tufty vegetation is then set with orange colours that make the landscape even more spectacular.

All you have to do is to raise your sneakers, put your wax on, and go to the discovery of the Finistère hiking trails! The region is full of walks combining the charm of oceanic clutches to that of the Breton countryside.