Bretagne by bike, la Côte de granit rose

The Pink Granite Coast by bike

Discover a must-see site in the Côtes-d’Armor by bike from Lannion. This coastal area offers breathtaking landscapes, combining the sea, granite boulders, and the charming historic ports of Brittany. You can admire the Ploumanac'h lighthouse and stroll through the seaside resort of Perros-Guirec before reaching the port of Paimpol, known for its many festivities. End your cycling journey on the island of Bréhat, a colorful and flower-filled archipelago.
 
Highlights of the tour : 

• The port of Paimpol
• The lighthouse and the rocks of Ploumanach
• The Pointe du Château and house of Castelmeur
• The island of Bréhat 
• Tréguier and Perros-Guirec

 
Day 1: Lannion - Perros-Guirec - 35 km

First stage in Brittany by bike between land and sea from Lannion to the tip of Bihit in Trébeurden and its breathtaking panorama. 
Enjoy the spectacle of the Pink Granite Coast at Ploumanach. You can walk along the coastal path to admire the pink cliffs sculpted by the sea and the wind. 
Overnight in a hotel in Perros-Guirec. 

 
Day 2: Perros-Guirec - Tréguier - between 29 and 52 km

This route goes along the wild coast until the gorse coast and the point of the castle where you can see "the house between the rocks". You drive to the Castel Meur abyss and then go up along the Jaudy river to Tréguier. You can take the time to visit this small city of character, its alleys and its numerous half-timbered houses. 
Overnight in Tréguier. 

Day 3 : Tréguier - Paimpol - between 19 and 46 km

This stage in Brittany guides you along the Trieux River to Lézardrieux, a village perched on the edge of the estuary. After crossing the Trieux, you leave the Trégor to reach the Goëlo and Paimpol. End your day by bike on the quays of its port known nationally since the Great Fishing. 
Overnight in Paimpol.  

Day 4 : Paimpol - Ile de Bréhat - between 12 and 41 km

This last stage leads you to the pier of the Arcouest point to join the island of Bréhat for a day of exploration. You will admire its exotic flora and to benefit from an environment without car. At the end of the island, a surprise awaits you: the Peacock lighthouse carved in the pink granite rock. An alternative is proposed to you this day with a loop until Pontrieux, small city of character. 

End of the tour with your day on Bréhat Island. Option for an additional night in Paimpol.

General information:

• 4 days and 3 nights
• Standard version : 3* hotels and guesthouses
• Comfort version : 3* and 4* hotels
• Children's rates : contact us.

Dates 2025 :
 

Daily departures from 01/04 to 31/10

• Low season : from 01/04 to 31/05 and from 02/10 to 31/10
• High season : from 01/06 to 01/10 (only for the comfort category)

 
Included:

• 3 nights with breakfasts
• Luggage transportation between the accommodations and the landing stages (you travel with your luggage on some crossings)
• Maritime crossing from Ploubazlanec to Bréhat Island (vélo non inclus)
• Tourist taxes
• A personalized welcome by a local guide upon your arrival
• Assistance (except in case of puncture)

Not included :

• Lunches and inners
• Breakdowns, parts and corresponding mileage allowances
• The drinks
• The visits 
• Parking

The options :

• Standard bike or ebike rental
• Child bike rental
• Theft guarantee for the rented bike
• Discount for 4 travellers and more (contact us)
• Cancellation insurance

Level :
 
1 2 3 4 5 6
 
Climate :
 
Mild sunshine and pleasant temperatures, rain however frequent.
 
Technicality :
 
12 to 53 km per day or 1 to 5 hours of cycling.

 
Bibliography :
 
- Le Tour de Bretagne à vélo
 
Terrain :
 
Small communal and departmental roads alternating with greenways on main roads.
  
Meals :
 
Breakfasts: copious (coffee, tea, chocolate, milk, bread, butter, orange juice, jam) or buffet
Lunches and dinners : not included.
 
Bike:
 

• Rental bike: if you rent a bike, it will be given to you on the day of your arrival at the first hotel. At the end of the tour, you must leave the bike at the last accommodation and inform the reception. We will take care of its return. We offer special equipment for children upon request. 
• Personal bike: We do not recommend bikes with small tires. Mountain bikes are excellent. Remember to check your bike before you leave. At the end of the tour, you will need to take charge of your own bike.

 
Assistance:
 
Our team is available to help you out, except in case of a flat tire for which we do not intervene.
 
Luggage :
 
They are transported by a courier or by our team and limited to one piece of luggage per person (max 20 kg).
 
Travel book :
 
Detailed maps and a description of the routes will be provided upon your arrival at the first hotel. You will also receive a travel booklet by email and mail, along with hotel vouchers and luggage tags.
 
Transport :
 
City of departure: LANNION
Coming by car : 5h15 from PARIS, 6h from BORDEAUX, 8h from LYON
By train : Lannion station - 3h45 from Paris, Rennes station - 1h30 from Paris
By plane : Lannion airport, Rennes airport
  
Cancellation insurance :
 
In order to guarantee the reimbursement of expenses in case of cancellation of your stay, you can contact a cancellation insurance. To know more about the insurance, click here.