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La Tonifiante : entre Le Palais et la Pointe des Poulains par le charmant village de Sauzon

Walks and hikes in Le Palais
17.8 km
One-way
Walking/pedestrian
5h
Hard
17.8 km
One-way
Trail
2h
Hard
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    As you hike along Belle-Île coastal trails, you will journey through protected natural environments whose beauty lies partly in the absence of manmade structures and infrastructure. For this reason, you will find neither trash cans, water points, nor toilets. Therefore, you must not only carry out your waste (including toilet paper) but also bring enough water before leaving your accommodation.

    We would also like to draw your attention to the fact that since June 2022, metal tipped hiking poles are banned along the entirety of Belle-Île’s coastal trail. The use of hiking poles equipped with rubber tips or without metallic tips remains allowed. These measures have been implemented due to increased trail erosion and vegetation damage caused by the use of metal-tipped poles in order to maintain the quality and sustainability of the trail!

    We also remind you that bivouacking is prohibited on Belle-Île. Please make sure to book your accommodation in advance.
    Ignoring this regulation exposes you to a fine ranging from 135€ to 1500€.

    The trail can be very steep and rather slippery after any amount of rain. Make sure to wear appropriate footwear, stay vigilant, keep away from cliffedges, and do not leave children or animals unattended. The trail is open to all pedestrians: hikers, casual walkers, and trail runners.

    Common sense and courtesy are essential to ensure everyone’s safety.

    Help us keep watch over the trails: info@belle-ile.com

  • Beautiful hiking trail on the coastal path between the Palais and La Pointe des Poulains. A demanding route marked by historical remains, attractive coves and peaceful beaches that will require you to have good feet and eyes. Discover the inland coast, facing Quiberon, with a walking time of around 5 hours. The route goes from sea level to cliffs of 30 to 40 meters, good physical condition is required to appreciate these interesting differences in altitude. You will discover coves with turquoise waters, magnificent groves of hydrangeas. After walking along the Sauzon ria, you will arrive at Sauzon, a real jewel of the island, a picturesque port where it is good to stroll through its small streets and colorful houses that hide unsuspected treasures! This fishing village is perfect for a stopover before continuing towards the magnificent Pointe des Poulains, one of the most beautiful sites on the island. On a clear day, this place offers breathtaking views as far as the Isle of Groix, Lorient and Quiberon Bay.

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459 meters of difference in height
  • Start altitude : 2 m
  • End altitude : 14 m
  • Maximum altitude : 39 m
  • Total positive elevation : 459 m
  • Total negative elevation : -447 m
  • Max positive elevation : 27 m
  • Min positive elevation : -25 m