Carnac and the Gulf of Morbihan by bike

Cycling holidays around the Gulf of Morbihan, via Carnac and the Rhuys peninsula

You begin your cycling trip in Vannes, a historic medieval city. After a warm-up on the Séné Peninsula and its red sails, you make your first crossing to the other side of the Gulf of Morbihan by bike: Arzon and Port-Navalo. Discover the largest island in Brittany's "little sea," then sail to Locmariaquer, Carnac, and the famous alignments. Auray and its magnificent port, then the Isle of Arz, are the perfect highlights of this cycling holiday in the Gulf of Morbihan.

Highlights of the trip:

• Vannes, City of Art and History
• The ports of Crouesty, Saint-Goustan, and Trinité-sur-Mer
• Carnac and its alignments
• The Rhuys Peninsula
• Ile aux Moines
• Ile d'Arz

Day 1: Vannes
Arrival in Vannes. The largest cycling town in the Gulf of Morbihan welcomes you with its medieval setting, between ramparts, cobbled streets, and half-timbered houses. Stroll through the old town and along the harbor, bustling with cafés, restaurants, and shops.

Overnight in Vannes.

Day 2: Séné Peninsula Loop (29 km)
This first stage takes you to Séné, a charming village stretching across the peninsula of the same name. In Port-Anna, you can admire the magnificent red-sailed rigging for which the village is famous. You cycle through the heart of former salt marshes that are no longer in use but have been converted into a nature reserve. Many birds have made their permanent or temporary home there. Return to Vannes along the harbor.

Overnight in Vannes.

Day 3: Rhuys Peninsula (40 km)
Meet at the port to board a boat for Arzon, located on the other side of the Gulf of Morbihan. After dropping off your luggage at the hotel, a cycling tour awaits you. You'll visit the ports of Crouesty, Saint-Jacques, Port-Navalo, and the charming village of Sarzeau.

Overnight in Port-Navalo.

Note: If the crossing is not possible (there are bicycle quotas on the ferry), a 44 km cycle route between Vannes and Port-Navalo is available.

Day 4: Île aux Moines (23 km)
Cycle to the Kerners pier where the ferry awaits you. After a short crossing (about 30 minutes), you'll disembark on the largest island in the Gulf. It is famous for its magnificent beaches and lush flora and fauna. It's a paradise for hikers and cyclists! Return to Port-Navalo by boat.

Overnight in Port-Navalo.

Day 5: Locmariaquer and Carnac (31 km)
Port-Navalo and Locmariaquer form the gateway to the Gulf of Morbihan. After a 25-minute crossing, you reach Locmariaquer, a charming village. Saddle up to discover the first megalithic sites, including the famous "Table des Marchands." The route continues through La Trinité-sur-Mer. Then cross the Kerisper bridge, from where you can observe the many oyster barges operating on the Crac'h River. Your ride ends in Carnac and its famous alignments, the largest megalithic complex in the world!

Overnight in Carnac.

Day 6: From Carnac to Vannes (50 km)
This final leg takes you to Vannes. Along the way, you'll visit the lively town of Auray and the magnificent port of Saint-Goustan. Before returning to Vannes, stop in the charming villages of Bono, Arradon, and Le Vincin.

Overnight in Vannes.

Day 7: Île d'Arz (10 km)
You'll travel to the island of Arz by boat. Don't forget your swimsuit, as it boasts numerous beaches and coves perfect for swimming. The island has been preserved and remains wild. You can admire the authentic Breno tide mill. Return to Vannes at the end of the day.

Overnight in Vannes.

Day 8: Vannes
End of your stay after breakfast in Vannes. Feel free to book an extra night to fully enjoy this beautiful maritime city.

General Information:

• 8 days and 7 nights
• Accommodation level: 2 and 3-star hotels and a guesthouse
• Child rates: upon request

Dates for 2026:

• Departures daily from April to October
  • Low season: April and October
  • Mid season: May, June, and September
  • High season: July and August

Included:

• 7 nights with breakfast
• Sea crossings:
• from Vannes to Arzon (Port-Navalo) on day 3 (with bike and luggage)
• from Kerners to Île aux Moines (round trip, with bike) on day 4
• from Port-Navalo to Locmariaquer on day 5 (with bike and luggage)
• from Vannes to Île d'Arz (round trip, with bike) on day 7
• Luggage transport on days 5 and 6 (and day 3 if no sea crossing)
• Tourist taxes
• Access to an app with GPS guidance and Information
• 7/7 Telephone Assistance

Not included:

• Transportation to and from Vannes
• Lunches, dinners, and drinks
• Tours
• Personal expenses
• Parking
• Anything not listed in "included"

Options:

• Electric bike or hybrid bike rental
• Children's bike rental (upon request)
• Extra night(s) in Vannes (upon request)
• Possibility to travel alone (upon request)
• Theft insurance for the rental bike
• Cancellation insurance

Level:
1 2 3 4 5 6

Climate:
Mild sunshine and pleasant temperatures, although rain is frequent.

Technical requirements:
Cycling: 10 to 40 km per day, or 1 to 4 hours of cycling.

Bibliography :

• Morbihan by bike - IGN map
• Brittany by bike, from St Malo to the Gulf of Morbihan.

Ground :

Small municipal and departmental roads, alternating with greenways on main roads.

Extra night(s) :
You can book one or more additional nights in Vannes, at the start or end of the tour.

Meals :

• Breakfast : generous (coffee, tea, chocolate, milk, bread, butter, orange juice, jam) or buffet
• Lunches : not included
• Dinners : not included

The bike :

• Rental bicycle : if you rent a bicycle, it will be given to you on the day of your arrival at the first hotel. At the end of the tour, you will have to leave this bike at the last accommodation and notify reception. We offer specific equipment for children, on request.
• Personal bike : we do not recommend bikes with small tires. Hybrid bikes and mountain bikes are excellent. Remember to check your bicycle before setting off. At the end of the tour, you will need to take care of your own bicycle.

Assistance :
Our team is available to help you out, except in the event of a puncture 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 13 kg). Luggage transfers take place on days 3, 5 and 6.

Travel documents :
We will provide you with detailed maps and route descriptions when you arrive at the first hotel. You will received a roadbook by post and by email. We will also provide you with hotel vouchers and luggage tags.

Transport :

• By train : TGV to Vannes, around 3 hours from Montparnasse station in Paris. For more information, you can consult the SNCF.
• By road : A11 and A80 highways, exit 10 towards Vannes. Paris is 460 km to Vannes.

Cancellation insurance :
In order to guarantee the reimbursement of costs in the event of cancellation of your stay, you can take out cancellation insurance. To learn more about insurance, please click here.