A weekend cycling along the Pink Granite Coast

From the Vélomaritime, signs point the way to Trestraou beach in Perros-Guirec. This is where you board a guided cruise heading for the Sept Iles. This nature reserve is renowned for its seabirds, particularly the Atlantic puffin and the northern gannet, which establish their colony on Rouzig Island between February and July. The trip can be taken with or without a stop at Île au Moine and will allow you to discover the landscapes of the Pink Granite Coast from the sea, particularly the famous rocks of Ploumanac’h

If there are any must-see spots on the Pink Granite Coast, Ploumanac’h is certainly one of them! With its moorland and famous pink rocks – some of which have evocative shapes – as well as its renowned Mean Ruz lighthouse, it offers you the chance to leave your bikes behind for a moment and enjoy a short walk with views of the sea and the Sept Iles.
To find out more about the richness and fragility of this remarkable natural site, pop into the Maison du Littoral.
The site is signposted as a round trip from the La Vélomaritime route you’re following.

At the end of the day, after passing the Trégastel tide mill, you’ll reach the Tourony peninsula. Here too, the blocks of pink granite create a breathtaking landscape, and a charming beach invites you to take a refreshing dip.
Opposite you, in the middle of Sainte-Anne Bay, you can make out Costaérès Castle, perched on its own little island, its towers rising above the pine trees.

Whilst you’re stopping over in Trégastel for the night, make the most of the evening light to go for a walk on the Renote Peninsula. The colours of the pink rocks become more vivid as the sun goes down, and the sunset over the sea is magnificent from this spot.

Shortly after setting off on this second day, you’ll pass by the Kerguntuil site. Here you’ll find one of the largest dolmens in the Trégor region, as well as a 9-metre-long covered passageway. Inside, on one of the pillars, there are small engravings thought to refer to the Mother Goddess.

Just a stone’s throw from the Vélomaritime, in the town of Pleumeur-Bodou, stands the imposing Radôme. On 11 July 1962, the satellite dish housed within this large white sphere picked up the first live transatlantic television signal, transmitted between the United States and France. Now a listed historic monument, the Cité des Télécoms offers visitors the chance to learn more about the history and evolution of telecommunications, as well as hosting temporary exhibitions for the whole family. At the entrance to the park, the Brittany Planetarium explores the mysteries of our solar system and the universe, whilst the Gallic Village offers a fun and magical space to escape, have fun and learn.

Standing by the side of the path, the imposing menhir at Saint Uzec is notable for having been Christianised. This explains the presence of the cross at its summit, as well as the engravings depicting various symbols of the Passion of Christ. This monolith rises more than 7 metres above the ground. It also features deep grooves on its back, the result of erosion, suggesting that the boulder lay on its side for a long time in the distant past.

Perhaps it’s time for a lunch break as you arrive in Trébeurden? Why not treat yourself to a tasting at the Atelier de l’huître, right by the sea!

As you walk along the Trébeurden cliff path, you’ll come to one of the most beautiful panoramic views on the Pink Granite Coast. From the orientation point, you look out over the Pointe de Bihit, with Île Milliau visible to the right and, to the left, a view stretching across the whole of Lannion Bay. Get your cameras ready!
A steep path also allows you to walk all the way round the headland

As we draw to a close, we’d like to suggest one final stop to meet a local producer: the Cidrerie du Léguer. Here, they produce organic cider using over 30 varieties of apple!