The castle's imposing towers are reflected in the River Oust. Owned by the Rohan family, one of the oldest families in Brittany, it is the symbol of this pretty town. Plan half a day to stroll through the charming streets of this "petite cité de caractère" (small, particularly picturesque town) and also visit the basilica.

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Quentin Goupille

July 19, 2023

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The Château de Josselin is a two-faced building whose architectural details tell a thousand-year-old story. Standing on a rocky outcrop, it overlooks the Oust valley. On the river side, an austere facade evokes the feudal struggles of the Middle Ages. On the courtyard side, a more refined sculpted granite facade offers a particularly well-preserved example of Breton architecture from the end of the 15th century and the beginning of the 16th century.

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July 28, 2024

Hiking

Beautiful picturesque town with a spectacular castle and old half-timbered houses

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1. From Château Josselin through the Vallée d'Oust — loop

32.0km

02:00

320m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Cadoret Lock – Josselin Castle loop from Saint-Gérand

80.6km

04:54

260m

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3. Josselin Castle – Montertelot Lock loop from Saint-Abraham

40.8km

02:25

180m

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Elevation 40 m

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Max wind speed: 11.0 km/h

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Location: Josselin, Pontivy, Brittany, France

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Josselin Castle

1. From Château Josselin through the Vallée d'Oust — loop

2. Cadoret Lock – Josselin Castle loop from Saint-Gérand

3. Josselin Castle – Montertelot Lock loop from Saint-Abraham

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