Sarzeau walks

This route combines the rich heritage of Sarzeau with views of the Gulf of Morbihan and birdwatching opportunities.

This route, which takes you between the ocean and the small inland sea, will allow you to discover the many facets of the Gulf of Morbihan and all its riches. During your stopover in Port-Navalo, the nearby jetty offers you the chance to spend a day on the Île d’Ars. The Vannes community bus network also allows you to cover some sections of this route as day trips by taking the bus for the outward or return journey.

The first stage of the 5-day tour of the Rhuys Peninsula, this route will take you around part of the northern coast of the Rhuys Peninsula, featuring its châteaux, the Truscat saltworks, its megalithic sites and its oyster beds. You will pass through its small hamlets, which have retained their authentic character.

A return leg of the Tour du Golfe du Morbihan (TGM), from Bénance to Fournevay, in the municipality of Sarzeau. Beautiful views of the islands: Pladic, Bailleron, Tascon, Iluric, Ilur and Arz in the background. The coastline is mostly muddy along the route, particularly at the ends of the coves. In winter and spring, there are plenty of birds to spot! From November to April, after the rains, many sections of the path are very muddy.

A very pleasant hike to discover the two tips "Pointe de Bernon" and "Pointe de L' Ours". The looped route starts along the coast of the gulf "Golfe du Morbihan" and returns through the countryside.

Suscinio Castle stands near the sea and on the edge of an area of ponds and marshes. Before visiting this superb fortified castle, this hike offers a route along the coast and then inland. Several variations are possible.

A lovely circular walk linking the village of Brillac to the old Pen Castel tide mill. The first part is in the countryside, often close to the coast. The next part follows the coast along a mostly shaded path offering pleasant views of the gulf (the islands) and passing through a few small villages, including the little port of Logéo.

A short round trip on the Tour du Golfe du Morbihan (TGM), from Brillac to Pointe du Logéo in the municipality of Sarzeau. Magnificent views of the southern part of the gulf: the islands of Brannec, Govihan and Stibiden in the foreground, and Île-aux-Moines and Île d’Arz in the background. Swimming is possible in the summer months, particularly in Anse du Logéo. The coastline is mainly muddy along the route, but there are a few beaches. In winter, there are plenty of birds to spot.

A short stage of the Tour du Golfe du Morbihan (TGM), from Brillac in the municipality of Sarzeau to Porh Neze in the municipality of Arzon. Magnificent views of the southern part of the gulf: Île-aux-Moines, the Brannec, Govihan and Stibiden islands. Swimming is possible in the summer, particularly at Anse du Logéo and Porh Neze. The coastline is mainly muddy along the route, but there are a few beaches. In winter, there are plenty of birds to spot.

A short round trip on the Tour du Golfe du Morbihan (TGM), from Bernon to Fournevay, in the municipality of Sarzeau. Magnificent views of the southern part of the gulf: the Godec, Iluric and Ilur islands in the foreground and the Île d’Arz in the background. Swimming is possible in the summer months, particularly at Bernon and near its headland. The coastline is mostly muddy along the route, particularly at the bottom of the cove. In winter and spring, there are plenty of birds to spot! From November to April, after rainfall, many sections of the path are very muddy.

A short round trip on the Tour du Golfe du Morbihan (TGM), from Bernon to Brillac in the municipality of Sarzeau. Magnificent views of the southern part of the gulf: the islands of Iluric, Godec, Stibidenn, Gohivan, Brannec, and further afield the larger islands: Arz and Île-aux-Moines. Swimming is possible in the summer months, particularly at Bernon and near Pointe de l'Ours. The coastline is mostly muddy along the route, but features a few small beaches. In winter, there are plenty of birds to spot! From November to April, after the rains, many sections of the path are very muddy, particularly between Pointe de l'Ours and Brillac.

Opposite Tascon Island, the former salt marshes of Lasné and Saint-Armel are a biodiversity reserve for both fauna and flora, and offer an ideal setting for a walk along the dykes, facing the bay between Tascon Island and the Passage Peninsula, completed by a circular route around the latter.

A short, peaceful walk along a section ofthe GR®34Tour du Morbihan. Pass through the small port of Logéo and return via inland paths.

A short, easy walk along the south coast of Sarzeau, overlooking the ocean and the tip of "Penvins" ("Pointe de Penvins"). Extensive views out to sea, with the islands of Belle-Île, Houat and Hoedic to the east.

Stage of the 5-day tour of the Rhuys Peninsula. After walking along the coast, you’ll discover the countryside and wetlands around Sarzeau. Be sure to stop off at Suscinio Castle, the former estate of the Dukes of Brittany, which is situated in a natural area rich in biodiversity. This castle is a must-see in Morbihan.