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Brittany

FROM PONT-L’ABBE TO LA POINTE DU RAZ 2008
7 days/ 6 nights/ 5 walking days

This south-western tip of Brittany stretches into the waters of the Atlantic, at Audierne Bay. This landscape, initially dunes, ponds and marshes, finally transforms itself into a ‘parade of cliffs’ at Pointe du Raz, dreaded among sailors in the past and now simply still the most striking place of the Atlantic coast. As you follow the coastline of this region steeped in tradition and folklore you'll discover the real Brittany.

PRICE

• £525 per person (based on 2 people sharing a double room)
• Single supplement: £60. Supplement for one person doing holiday alone: £100

INCLUDED

• 6 nights accommodation in hotels 3*** (1 night) and 2** (5 nights), bedroom with bath or shower and WC.
• Route instructions
• Meal basis : B and B plus evening meals and picnics on walking days. (From the first dinner to the last breakfast).
• Luggage transfer.
• Transfer back to Pont l’Abbé or Quimper on Day 7.
• The boat trip to Ile de Sein (return ticket).
• Local taxes.

NOT INCLUDED

• Journey to starting point plus return journey
• All drinks.
• All visits and personal expenses.

Departure dates 2008:
Daily 1st April to 30th September according to accommodation availability

To book email: walking@star.co.uk
T: (44) (0)1242 254353

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ITINERARY

 

Day 1: Pont l’Abbé - Arrival in Pont l’Abbé.

Day 2: Pont l’Abbé to Saint Guénolé - the walk takes you towards the coast, passing rural chapels and natural springs before reaching the fishing ports of the extreme south-west tip of Brittany, la Pointe de Penmarch.
22 kms/14 miles

Day 3: Saint Guénolé to Lababan - follow the pathways alongside the vast sandy beaches of the Baie d'Audierne, including the Pointe de la Torche, famous for its surf. Be sure to   visit the chapel of Tronoën with its noted "calvaire", an intricately carved stone shrine that dates back to the 15th Century. You'll also pass Notre-Dame de Penhors, where religious shrivings are still held.
25.6 kms/16 miles

Day 4: Lababan to Audierne - from « Pays Bigouden » you will walk along the rocky coast to the fishing port of Audierne, very famous for its sea food.
21.6 kms/13.5 miles

Day 5: Ile de Sein - Boat trip out to the Ile de Sein, a tiny island peeping out of the water, off la Pointe du Raz. With just 348 inhabitants, the island is not much more than a mile long, and just 6 metres above sea level. At the end of the afternoon, return to Audierne. 6.4 kms/4 miles

Day 6: Audierne to Baie des Trépassés - a final day following the rugged coastline up to the protected site of the Pointe du Raz where the granite and sandstone rocks are buffeted by the wind. Your final destination is the Baie des Trépassés, where you will sleep to the sound of the sea. 24 kms/15 miles

Day 7: After breakfast, transfer back to Pont l’Abbé or Quimper (railway station with TGV).

 

DIFFICULTY OF WALK

Moderate. 5 hours walking per day on average with about 300m of height gain per day.

GETTING THERE: SNCF station at Quimper. Flights from UK to Quimper and Lorient.

GROUP SIZE

from 2 people

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HIGHLIGHTS

Magnificent coastal scenery.

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WEATHER

Click here to view the weather forecast Link courtesy of uk met office

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ACCOMMODATION & ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

ACCOMMODATION

3* and 2* hotels

GETTING THERE

SNCF station at Quimper.   Flights from UK to Quimper and Lorient. New flight available from Cardiff to Lorient with Aer Arran

WHAT TO TAKE:

Soft & flexible bags rather than hard suitcases. Walking boots, sunglasses, hats, non-slip shoes, sun cream, rucksack for carrying camera/sandwiches, first-aid kit.

WHEN TO GO

Departure every day from 1 April to 30 September. Late spring/early summer and
late summer recommended.

INSURANCE

We recommend that you take out appropriate holiday insurance covering you against illness, injury, and loss or damage to luggage. This insurance should also cover the possibility of your having to cancel your holiday for whatever reason.

To book, contact worldwalks  at:
email:walking@star.co.uk
T: (44) (0)1242 254353

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