The Breton Riviera Fouesnant-les Glénan and surrounding area

In La Forêt-Fouesnant, take a stroll along the jetties at Port-la-Forêt, a mecca for offshore racing. The old harbour, the village centre, its narrow streets and its 16th-century church will immerse you in a typically Breton setting. La Forêt-Fouesnant is a charming coastal village where the ocean, nature and Breton culture coexist in perfect harmony.

Around Fouesnant-les-Glénan, set off to explore charming little villages in the heart of the Breton Riviera. Pleuven, Gouesnac’h, Clohars-Fouesnant and Saint-Évarzec are home to a wealth of chapels, wash houses and country lanes just waiting to be explored. Amidst woods, rivers and historic sites, you can savour the peace and quiet, the natural beauty and the authentic charm of the Breton countryside.

Over 75 km of cycle routes allow cyclists, whether experienced or beginners, to get around safely and discover the Breton Riviera in a different way. Whether you’re travelling between towns, heading to the beach, popping along to the markets, going for a ride or treating yourself to a getaway between the countryside and the coast, the region is committed to cycling as a way to combine sustainable transport, wellbeing and exploration.

Signposted routes, mountain bike trails, discovery loops or the coastal cycle path… everything’s here for you to cycle in complete freedom! Hop on a bike and explore the cycle paths linking beaches, forests, wooded countryside and harbours. You can also take the V45, the Vélolittorale cycle route, which offers a superb stretch between Bénodet and La Forêt-Fouesnant via Fouesnant-les Glénan: here you’ll cycle past beaches, harbours and spectacular views. It’s a brilliant way to explore the area at your own pace.

Fancy some idyllic beaches in Brittany? The Breton Riviera welcomes you with its 26 kilometres of white sandy beaches and turquoise waters. From Bénodet to Fouesnant-les-Glénan via La Forêt-Fouesnant, our many beaches are among the most beautiful in Brittany.

Let yourself be charmed by the diversity of the coastal landscapes: large family-friendly beaches, wild and secluded coves, unspoilt spots… With several Blue Flag-awarded beaches, beaches suitable for people with reduced mobility, a designated naturist area and renowned water sports spots, the Breton Riviera is a prime destination for enjoying the sea in complete tranquillity. Whether you’re coming to swim, bask in the sun, stroll along the water’s edge or build sandcastles with the family, there’s a perfect beach here for everyone.

The Breton Riviera is brimming with heritage treasures to explore: ancient chapels, menhirs, sacred fountains, wash houses, manor houses, calvaries and vibrant maritime traditions.  From Saint-Évarzec to Gouesnac’h, via Clohars-Fouesnant, Pleuven and Fouesnant-les Glénan, each village offers a glimpse into Breton history, encompassing religious heritage, rural architecture and local legends. The Kerhuel menhir, the Chapel of Sainte-Anne, the Styvel washhouse and the Church of Saint-Pierre are just some of these treasures – sometimes unassuming but always moving.