Vallée des Traouïéro and Pink Granite Coast Loop
Vallée des Traouïéro and Pink Granite Coast Loop
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Vallée des Traouïéro and Pink Granite Coast Loop
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10.3km
80m
Hiking
Hike the moderate 6.4-mile La Vallée des Traouïéro loop from Trégastel, exploring unique pink granite formations and lush woodlands.
Last updated: February 26, 2026
Waypoints
Start point
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6.63 km
Pillars of the Old Granite Quarry Bridge
Highlight • Bridge
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7.80 km
Smugglers' Cave
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10.1 km
Tourony Beach
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10.3 km
End point
Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
5.47 km
2.03 km
2.03 km
785 m
Surfaces
3.30 km
3.21 km
1.94 km
676 m
638 m
558 m
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I park to access the La Vallée des Traouïéro loop?
The trail typically starts from Trégastel. You'll find parking options available in and around Trégastel, which serves as a convenient starting point for exploring the valley.
Is the La Vallée des Traouïéro loop dog-friendly?
Yes, the trail is generally dog-friendly. However, to protect the local wildlife and ensure a pleasant experience for all hikers, please keep your dog on a leash, especially given the dense vegetation and potential for encountering other visitors.
What is the best time of year to hike this trail?
The La Vallée des Traouïéro is beautiful year-round, but spring and autumn offer particularly pleasant hiking conditions with lush vegetation and comfortable temperatures. The unique microclimate means the valley is vibrant even in drier periods. Be mindful that paths can be slippery after rain.
Are there any permits or entrance fees required for the La Vallée des Traouïéro trail or the Côte de Granit Rose?
No, there are no specific permits or entrance fees required to hike the La Vallée des Traouïéro trail or to access the natural areas within the Côte de Granit Rose. It's freely accessible for everyone to enjoy.
What is the terrain like on the La Vallée des Traouïéro loop?
The terrain is varied, winding through a deep, wooded valley. You'll encounter spectacular 'granite chaos' – massive, strangely shaped pink granite boulders and rock formations. The paths can be rocky and uneven, and might be slippery after rain, so sturdy footwear is highly recommended.
What notable features or points of interest can I see along the route?
The trail is rich in natural beauty and folklore. You'll pass impressive 300-million-year-old pink granite formations, and points of interest include the Smugglers' Cave, and the Pillars of the Old Granite Quarry Bridge. There's also a charming 'village of Korrigans' and, from higher points, views of Trégastel-Plage and the Sept Îles archipelago.
Does the trail intersect other well-known paths?
Yes, the route also passes through sections of the EV4 France, Lannion - Perros-Guirec, and the Chemin des Douaniers, Keriec - Morlaix, among other local paths like Chemin de Krec'h Tourony and Chemin de Quo Vadis.
Is this trail suitable for families with young children?
While the full 10 km loop is considered moderate, shorter loops (around 4-5 km) are available and classified as easy, making them suitable for families, even with young children. The varied terrain and folklore elements can make it an engaging experience for kids.
What kind of wildlife or plants might I encounter?
The valley boasts dense undergrowth with chestnut, oak, beech, ash, and alder trees, along with an abundance of ferns, including the ancient royal fern. The unique microclimate supports rare and sometimes endangered plant species. While specific wildlife sightings vary, the lush environment is home to various birds and small mammals.
Are there any amenities like cafes or restrooms near the trailhead in Trégastel?
Trégastel is a well-equipped town, so you'll find various amenities such as cafes, restaurants, and public restrooms, especially closer to the main village and coastal areas, making it convenient before or after your hike.
What should I bring for a hike on this trail?
Given the rocky and potentially slippery paths, sturdy hiking shoes are essential. We also recommend bringing water, snacks, appropriate clothing for the weather (layers are always a good idea), and a camera to capture the stunning granite formations and coastal views.
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Trail Reviews
Start at high tide on the beautiful beach in Tregastel. And then into the enchanted and wild valley. Dozens of paths invite you to get lost. The navigation is only of limited help here. Even though I'm not a fan of going there and back on (almost) the same route, the way back over hill (!!!!!!!!) and dale in the valley was very varied. The tour ends at low tide on the beach. The mussel foot fishermen are back at work.
A hike from Tregastel through the Vallée des Grands Traouïero with a detour to the Menhir de Trémarc'h. Due to the rain of the last few days, the tour was quite muddy, but it didn't lose any of its romance. The menhir was not particularly spectacular.
Nice hike along mossy rocks, over footbridges, narrow paths, through partly jungle-like forest. Anyone who does not know the enchanted forest of Huelgoet will be amazed. Geraniums and ferns are said to grow on and around the rocks, which originated 300 million years ago, at the time when granite was formed. Be careful in rainy weather! Then some passages are almost impossible to walk on. Despite the shade, the tour is sometimes very sweaty and definitely requires sure-footedness!
There where elves and druids say good night. In summer it is pleasantly cool there in the forest.
🤔🤔🤔 Don't worry, I didn't smoke the wrong bush on the last campsite and the stuff I put in my morning coffee is also legally available. I'll explain in a moment how I got the title of this hike. 🧟😳🧛 Today we continue from the coast to the 300 million year old mossy granite blocks that have piled up along the Kerougant river; it is a gloomy landscape with rare ferns, mosses and other plants - the stuff that nightmares are made of. I don't need to go to great lengths to post-process my photos, Mother Nature has everything ready for me ... 🗿🙃🗿 The hike starts harmlessly, we follow an asphalt road that leads slightly uphill and on which several nice houses have been built. A junction takes us into the forest, the path becomes narrower and a first pond looks very promising. Then it gets bizarre, you can already think about whether something was wrong with breakfast. The photos can only reproduce it to a limited extent. What looks like rocks by the wayside is the hiking trail! From shoe size 35 you are lost here and the rocks are sometimes so narrow that you have to meander through and those who are taller than 1.60 m should be a semi-professional limbo dancer in order to be able to sneak through crouching. But every meter of this hike is a pleasure! 😱😬🏴☠️ Also having studied the hiking guide was probably not the best idea, because since then we have known that Korrigans - dwarves - live here in a cave that was previously closed with a heavy granite block, the invisible treasure of pirate friends guarded or still guarding. We find the cave, is it the described "Karreg an arc’Hanteg"? Or is it even "Toll en Ifern", the hell hole in which they keep the angel of the leper, carved in the rock, imprisoned? We don't meet the dwarfs, maybe it's not dark or foggy enough for that. ➕➕➕ Well, I wanted to explain how I got the title of the hike. We follow the narrow path, trudging over boardwalks or overpasses made of wood or stone. Suddenly I notice that I am standing on a tombstone, or at least I think the stone below me is. A carved cross and a weathered inscription - it looks like Robespierre himself tore a tombstone from a nearby cemetery and put it here. Maybe you can decipher the text. In any case, when looking at the epitaph, the song "Epitaph" by King Crimson came to mind: "Confusion will be my epitaph as I crawl this cracked and broken path. If we make it, we can all sit back and laugh." 🍔😖🍔 From tomorrow there will be no more baguettes for breakfast - it is so heavy on the stomach and you get strange thoughts while hiking ...