Southern Brittany, on foot or by bike
Clohars-Carnoët is where the forest, the river Laïta and the ocean meet. Le Pouldu and its beaches, the little harbour of Doëlan, the GR34 coastal path, and the story of Gauguin who painted here — all within walking distance.
Le Pouldu beaches
Wide sandy beaches where Gauguin once stayed.
Doëlan harbour
A postcard fishing port with two lighthouses.
GR34 coastal path
The customs officers' path hugs the wild coast.
Lorient
City, Celtic festival and the Sailing City.
Concarneau
The walled Ville Close right on the water.
Quimperlé
A medieval town astride two rivers.
Our Brittany notebooks
Walks, hidden beaches and local stories to help you plan your stay.
In Gauguin's Footsteps at Le Pouldu
In 1889, Paul Gauguin set down his bags at Le Pouldu, in Clohars-Carnoët. The story of a Breton interlude that shaped the history of painting — and a walk in his footsteps.
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The Best Beaches Around Clohars-Carnoët
Grands Sables, Bellangenêt, Le Kérou, Saint-Maurice… Our guide to the beaches of Le Pouldu and beyond, to pick yours according to mood and tide.
Read articleHiking the GR34, the Customs Officers' Path
The famous coastal path winds along the shore of Clohars-Carnoët. Our guide to the finest stretches of the GR34 from Le Pouldu and Doëlan.
Read articleDoëlan, the Most Photogenic Fishing Port in Finistère
Two lighthouses, colourful boats and artists at every turn: ten minutes from the house, the little harbour of Doëlan is well worth the detour.
Read articleThings to Do Around Lorient During Your Stay
The Sailing City, the Interceltic Festival, the submarine base, Quimperlé and Concarneau… Our ideas for days out within an hour of Clohars-Carnoët.
Read article48 Hours in Clohars-Carnoët: Our Ideal Itinerary
A weekend between forest, river and ocean. Here's how we'd plan two perfect days in Clohars-Carnoët, starting from the guest house.
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