When is the best time to visit the Pink Granite Coast?

The Pink Granite Coast is magnificent all year round, but the period from May to September is ideal. The days are long, the temperatures pleasant and the light sublimates the landscapes. It’s the perfect time to take in the sights of the Pink Granite Coast. With fewer visitors than in summer, spring (April to June) and autumn (September to October) offer lush green landscapes and changing colours.

Can we visit in winter?

Yes, winter offers a wild and mysterious atmosphere, ideal for lovers of dramatic landscapes and tranquillity. The sunsets are particularly spectacular.

When can you enjoy the best light on the Pink Granite Coast?

Sunrise and sunset are the best times. The low-angled light accentuates the pinkish hues of the granite, making every viewpoint on the Pink Granite Coast even more spectacular.

Do we need to check the tides?

Absolutely! Some sites, such as Ile Milliau and Sillon de Talbert, are even more impressive at high or low tide. Check the tide tables to plan your visit.

Are there any special events not to be missed?

In summer, don’t miss the local festivals, craft markets and events organised by the Tourist Office. Autumn is also the season for guided walks to discover the coast from a different angle.

How to avoid the crowds on the Pink Granite Coast?

In summer, some spots are very popular. To make the most of the views from the Pink Granite Coast : early in the morning come at the end of the day explore more confidential spots such as Bodic or Goariva

Can you visit the Pink Granite Coast in bad weather?

Absolutely, and it’s a unique experience. Under a changing sky, the Pink Granite Coast becomes wilder, more intense. The waves, the wind and the lights offer a breathtaking spectacle.

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Top 10 most beautiful viewpoints

Want to get up high and take in all the beauty of North Brittany? The Pink Granite Coast is an exceptional playground for lovers of panoramic views. Between sculpted cliffs, granite chaos and breathtaking sea views, each vantage point reveals a different facet of this unique coastline. Here, you can slow down, breathe… and contemplate.
Whether you’re a photographer, hiker or simply curious, here are the 10 most beautiful viewpoints on the Pink Granite Coast that are a must-see.
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Le Grand Rocher

Plestin-les-Grèves

At a dizzying 84 metres high, the Grand Rocher offers a breathtaking view of the Lieue de Grève. After a climb through gorse and ferns, the reward is as good as the effort: an expanse of sea as far as the eye can see, where the sky and ocean merge. This haven of biodiversity is home to bats that find refuge in the crevices of the rocks. Discreet and protected, these flying mammals enliven the summer evenings with their silent flights. An ideal place for lovers of grandiose landscapes and thrills.

Did you know?

This site is also a paradise for paragliders, who take to the skies to fly over the coast.

Climbing the Grand Rocher

The Pointe de Bihit

Trébeurden

A breathtaking panorama of the Bay of Lannion, the surrounding islets and, in fine weather, the Ile de Batz and the Finistère coast as far as Roscoff. The Pointe de Bihit, covered in gorse and heather, is a magical spot from which to admire the sunsets. The pink rocks ofIle Milliau and Le Castel, sculpted by the wind and waves, take on golden hues at the end of the day. The ideal vantage point from which to watch the sunset or the seabirds flying over the waves.

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Hiking at Bihit Point, Trebeurden
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Jeremy Jehanin

Pro tip

Come at high tide for an even more spectacular view of the crashing waves.

Discover Pointe de Bihit

From the top of the Brélévenez stairs

Lannion

In the heart of Lannion town centre, the 142 steps of Brélévenez lead up to themedieval church perched on its hill. As you climb the staircase lined with small granite houses, you are plunged into the past, from the Templars who founded the building to the present day, where it attracts lovers of panoramas and heritage. Once at the top, the 180° view rewards the effort, revealing the rooftops of Lannion and the green landscapes of the Trégor region.

Where to start?

You start from Lannion town centre, on the Quai d’Aiguillon on the banks of the Léguer.

I'm off for an urban walk in Brélévenez

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Studio Jézéquel

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Lannion By Night From Brelevenez
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Yann Josselin

The Pointe du Dourven

Trédrez-Locquémeau

In the heart of a wooded area, the famous customs path leads you past an old guardhouse, for a 360° panoramic view of the mouth of the Léguer estuary: the Bay of Lannion. A peaceful spot, ideal for a family walk, a visit to a contemporary art gallery or a contemplative break for two opposite Trébeurden and the small fishing port of Locquémeau.

Weather and tides

As the day progresses, enjoy the play of colours between the vegetation and the sea: the Glaz.

Fresh air at Le Dourven

Perhaps the most beautiful place in Brittany, a panorama… to be seen, experienced and simply explored.

Jean-Paul

The Pointe du Yaudet

Ploulec’h

This promontory, occupied for thousands of years, offers a breathtaking view over the Bay of Lannion. Below, the small, intimate beach of Anse de la Vierge invites you to relax. At the summit, the remains of the Gallo-Roman city and the Chapelle Notre-Dame du Yaudet, with its reclining Virgin Mary, add a mystical touch to this already enchanting landscape.

Heritage and legends

This site was one of the first to be occupied in the region, bearing witness to a rich and fascinating history.

Going back in time at Le Yaudet

L’Ile Grande

Pleumeur-Bodou

L’Ile Grande is a must-see on the Pink Granite Coast. This small village in the commune of Pleumeur-Bodou offers wild, natural landscapes. Between coastal paths, covered alleyways, dolmens and ancient quarries, this peninsula offers fine sandy beaches, wind-sculpted points and small sheltered harbours on an archipelago of islets and rocky heaps from which the view is spectacular… and photogenic.

Pro tip

Don’t miss the path leading to Castel Erek for spectacular sea views.

Touring Ile Grande

La Presqu’île Renote

Trégastel

A jewel of the Pink Granite Coast, the Renote Peninsula is a protected natural site, accessible at any time of day. Its pink sandy beaches and impressive chaos of pink granite make it a unique, almost unreal place. Here, the turquoise waters contrast with the warm hues of the rocks, creating a breathtaking visual spectacle. Here, the view stretches out over theSept-Îles archipelago and Ploumanac’h, offering a 360° panorama that will delight photographers and dreamers alike.

Did you know?

This site is classified as a protected natural area for its exceptional biodiversity.

I contemplate the pink granite of the Renote peninsula

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Presquile Renote Tregastel 2
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L'œil de Paco

Site du Gouffre

Plougrescant

Perched on the Pointe du Château, the Gouffre site is one of the wild jewels of the Trégor. Here, nature unleashes its most beautiful colours: the rocks, sculpted by the elements, plunge into a turquoise or foaming sea, depending on the tide, while the horizon stretches as far as theSept-Îles archipelago, the mouth of the Jaudy and the Corne lighthouse. As the waves break against the walls, they create a fascinating visual and audio spectacle, especially during high tides or stormy weather.

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Simon Pouyet

Did you know?

The name “Gouffre” (chasm) comes from the natural cavities hollowed out by erosion, evoking an abyss.

Walking the paths of the Plougrescant chasm

Le Sillon de Talbert

Pleubian

The Sillon de Talbert is a sandy spit over 3 km long, classified as a nature reserve. This unique site offers breathtaking views of the sea and surrounding islands. At low tide, you can walk to the tip and enjoy an exceptional panorama of the Bréhat archipelago. The scenery here changes with the tides and the seasons: in summer, the turquoise waters invite you to take a stroll, while in winter, the crashing waves offer an impressive spectacle.

Pro tip

Bring walking shoes and check the tide tables for a safe walk.

Discovering the Sillon de Talbert

Goariva site

Plougras

Perched at an altitude of over 300 metres, the Site de Goariva is a natural balcony offering uninterrupted views over the Trégor, the Beffou forest and the Monts d’Arrée. This emblematic site, marked by its 8 wind turbines, harmoniously combines the power of the Breton wind with the gentleness of the surrounding landscapes. On a clear day, the changing colours of the sky, the nuances of the forests and the reflections of the water make it an ideal spot for photographers and nature lovers.

Did you know?

“Goariva” is said to come from the Breton “Gwar Riv”, evoking a “shore guard”, in connection with its panoramic view.

Climbing Goariva

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The Pink Granite Coast

When should you visit the Pink Granite Coast?

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit the Pink Granite Coast?
The Pink Granite Coast is magnificent all year round, but the period from May to September is ideal.
The days are long, the temperatures pleasant and the light sublimates the landscapes. It’s the perfect time to take in the sights of the Pink Granite Coast.
With fewer visitors than in summer, spring (April to June) and autumn (September to October) offer lush green landscapes and changing colours.
Can we visit in winter?
Yes, winter offers a wild and mysterious atmosphere, ideal for lovers of dramatic landscapes and tranquillity. The sunsets are particularly spectacular.
When can you enjoy the best light on the Pink Granite Coast?
Sunrise and sunset are the best times.
The low-angled light accentuates the pinkish hues of the granite, making every viewpoint on the Pink Granite Coast even more spectacular.
Do we need to check the tides?
Absolutely! Some sites, such as Ile Milliau and Sillon de Talbert, are even more impressive at high or low tide. Check the tide tables to plan your visit.
Are there any special events not to be missed?
In summer, don’t miss the local festivals, craft markets and events organised by the Tourist Office. Autumn is also the season for guided walks to discover the coast from a different angle.
How to avoid the crowds on the Pink Granite Coast?
In summer, some spots are very popular.
To make the most of the views from the Pink Granite Coast :
- early in the morning
- come at the end of the day
- explore more confidential spots such as Bodic or Goariva
Can you visit the Pink Granite Coast in bad weather?
Absolutely, and it’s a unique experience.
Under a changing sky, the Pink Granite Coast becomes wilder, more intense. The waves, the wind and the lights offer a breathtaking spectacle.

Be at the top

the top of the Pink Granite Coast