Port du Vieux Passage – Port-Louis Citadel loop from Étel

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Port du Vieux Passage – Port-Louis Citadel loop from Étel

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Port du Vieux Passage – Port-Louis Citadel loop from Étel

03:06

51.1km

190m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 7, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 2.52 km for 139 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.10 km

Port du Vieux Passage

Highlight • Settlement

Hiking trails on the Riviere d'Etel, great views, beautiful nature

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2.59 km

Crique du Vieux Passage

Highlight • Beach

This pretty little cove can be accessed at low tide. Nestled in a cove of the ria, it offers a magnificent picture of unspoiled nature in contact with typical Breton houses.

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11.5 km

Gâvres Military Road

Highlight (Segment) • Other

The only land access to the town of Gâvres, this five-kilometer road will delight any cyclist looking for meditation or speed. Closer to Gâvres, take a moment to savor the …

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27.3 km

Horses

Highlight • Trail

Great tour that avoids all busy roads. only difficulty, the descent on a path after Bambris, you have to do it slowly and it's okay. Can be tricky in winter after heavy rain.

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29.4 km

Kerporel Dolmen

Highlight • Historical Site

Hidden in the forest of Saint-Jean, the Kerporel dolmen is a Neolithic structure composed of a massive covering slab in place on three supports. Two other slabs are visible on the ground.

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35.3 km

Locmalo Ferry Terminal

Highlight • Rest Area

From here, line B4 goes to Gavres. Bicycles and luggage are stored separately in the small boat. The ferry staff are very helpful.

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36.6 km

Port-Louis Citadel

Highlight • Monument

The citadel of Port-Louis, located on a rocky point at the entrance to the harbor of Lorient, was built from 1591 by the Spanish, under the orders of Cristobal de …

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