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Saint-Mathieu Lighthouse – Mémoires 39-45 Museum loop from Plougonvelin

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Saint-Mathieu Lighthouse – Mémoires 39-45 Museum loop from Plougonvelin

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Saint-Mathieu Lighthouse – Mémoires 39-45 Museum loop from Plougonvelin

01:03

17.2km

140m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 16, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that goes up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 6.70 km for 17 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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6.63 km

Checkpoint 12 - Port du Conquet

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A dream place in a dreamy bay.

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7.13 km

CP 12 Port of Le Conquet

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fine sandy beach

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10.5 km

The Saint-Mathieu lighthouse is classified as a historic monument. It was the first fire in Finistère. It peaks at 37 meters high. Tours are organized, if you are not afraid to climb the 163 steps that lead to its summit.

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11.4 km

Ruins of Saint-Mathieu Abbey

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The ruins of the abbey facing the sea give the place a special atmosphere. Abandoned after the Revolution, it contrasts with the lighthouse and its technological equipment right next to it.

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12.5 km

Mémoires 39-45 Museum

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Here, a small museum was built in the bunkers near the Point St Mathieu, which deals with the situation in World War II.

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17.2 km

Pointe Saint-Mathieu Biscuit Bakery

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Unfortunately, there's no restaurant. But the Breton cakes and biscuits are divine.

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17.2 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.2 km

3.30 km

2.76 km

522 m

225 m

156 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

11.5 km

5.07 km

250 m

121 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (60 m)

Lowest point (0 m)

Weather

Sunday 23 August

22°C

16°C

55 %

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Saint-Mathieu Lighthouse – Mémoires 39-45 Museum loop from Plougonvelin

Checkpoint 12 - Port du Conquet

CP 12 Port of Le Conquet

View of Point St. Matthieu

Leutturm Saint Mathieu