Cycling Tour of Brittany: The Complete Route Between Land and Sea

 

Embark on an exceptional adventure with this guide dedicated to the Tour of Brittany by bike, an essential route for discovering all the region's treasures. Starting in Saint-Malo, cycle through the most beautiful Breton landscapes, passing through Saint-Brieuc, Paimpol, Lannion, Brest, Douarnenez, Vannes, and Redon, with a unique immersion along the Nantes-Brest Canal and its many locks.

 

This route invites you to explore the four Breton departments—Ille-et-Vilaine, Côtes-d'Armor, Finistère, and Morbihan—through an incredible diversity of scenery: rugged coastlines, cliffs, hidden coves, moors, and verdant valleys.

 

A route rich in iconic sites

 

Throughout the journey, you'll pass through unmissable Breton heritage sites:

• the spectacular Pink Granite Coast
• Perros-Guirec and its unique seascapes
• Roscoff, starting point for major cycling routes like the Vélodyssée and the Vélomaritime
• the famous Carnac standing stones
• the magnificent Gulf of Morbihan
• the historic city of Vannes
• A complete guide to planning your trip

This cycling guide has been designed to accompany you before and during your journey:

• 35 detailed stages + 2 variations to adapt your route
• 3 general maps and 36 precise route maps
• towns and tourist sites to discover
• practical information (accommodation, bike shops, useful services)
• You'll largely follow marked cycle routes, ensuring safe riding and allowing you to fully enjoy your trip.

Expertise from a specialist author

 

Written by Nicolas Moreau-Delacquis, a journalist specializing in cycling and tourism, this guide benefits from a reliable and passionate on-the-ground approach. He is also the author of numerous acclaimed guides, including La Vélo Francette, La Vendée à vélo, and La Méditerranée à vélo.