Paimpol is a region in the Côtes-d'Armor department of Brittany, France, known for its dramatic coastline, extensive network of paths, and diverse natural features. This area provides a varied environment for outdoor activities, including majestic cliffs, sandy beaches, and the unique Sillon de Talbert. Its blend of maritime heritage and natural beauty makes it suitable for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, jogging, road cycling, and more.
Paimpol offers more than 200 routes for outdoor enthusiasts, covering several sports like hiking, touring cycling, jogging, road cycling, and more. More than 7,000 visitors have shared their experiences, resulting in an average rating of 4.46 out of 5 stars. The region's extensive coastal paths, including sections of the GR 34, provide varied terrain for Hiking around Paimpol, with routes along high cliffs and wild coves. For cyclists, the Vélomaritime route and other scenic paths offer excellent opportunities for Cycling around Paimpol, traversing beaches and secluded coves. Joggers can find invigorating runs on coastal trails and through the town's historic quarters, as detailed in Running Trails around Paimpol.
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4.5
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Average rating
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People visited

4.6
(60)
379
hikers
9.34km
02:26
60m
60m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.6
(13)
55
hikers
16.1km
04:21
220m
210m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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399
hikers
12.4km
03:13
70m
70m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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340
hikers
27.0km
07:22
410m
400m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.3
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50
riders
9.67km
00:35
70m
70m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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326
riders
32.8km
02:04
350m
350m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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300
riders
47.7km
02:57
460m
460m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
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73
riders
38.8km
02:30
430m
430m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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59
runners
13.3km
01:39
170m
170m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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runners
5.09km
00:32
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
11.5km
01:21
130m
130m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

72
runners
27.0km
03:11
490m
490m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.0
(6)
36
riders
42.4km
03:16
480m
480m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.1
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17
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54.9km
04:10
640m
640m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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riders
38.9km
02:19
390m
390m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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33
riders
36.4km
02:13
360m
360m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3.0
(2)
53
riders
49.4km
02:09
420m
420m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

29
riders
44.3km
02:06
370m
370m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

5.0
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24
riders
69.3km
02:59
560m
560m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

11
riders
55.1km
02:24
500m
500m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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2
riders
57.4km
03:44
510m
510m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.0
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2
riders
43.8km
02:59
560m
560m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
riders
49.2km
03:08
530m
530m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Paimpol provides opportunities for various outdoor activities, including Hiking, Touring cycling, Jogging, Road cycling, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The region features over 260 routes across these sports. These routes have an average rating of 4.46 out of 5 stars from more than 880 ratings.
Paimpol is known for its coastal paths, including a significant portion of the GR 34 customs path, offering nearly 40 miles (60 kilometers) of trails. These routes provide views of Bréhat and wind along cliffs and coves. For more information, consult the Hiking around Paimpol guide.
Yes, Paimpol is suitable for various forms of cycling, including touring and road cycling. The Vélomaritime® route passes through the region, offering scenic sections between Paimpol and Plouha. Explore available routes in the Cycling around Paimpol and Road Cycling Routes around Paimpol guides.
Paimpol features a dramatic coastline with majestic cliffs and sandy beaches like Plage De La Tossen. Notable natural sites include the Île de Bréhat, known as the 'Island of Flowers,' and the Sillon de Talbert, a 2-mile (3.2-kilometer) natural sandy and pebble spit. The Beauport Abbey and the Estuary of the Trieux also offer natural settings for exploration.
Paimpol offers various options suitable for families, particularly easy walks along the coast or around sites like Beauport Abbey. The car-free Île de Bréhat is also accessible by ferry and provides a pleasant environment for family exploration on foot or by bike. Specific family-friendly routes can be found within the hiking and cycling guides.
Information regarding specific dog restrictions on all trails is not universally available. Generally, dogs are permitted on many public paths in France, often on a leash. Visitors should check local signage or specific route details for regulations on individual trails or protected natural sites.
Komoot offers several guides for Paimpol, including Hiking around Paimpol, Cycling around Paimpol, Running Trails around Paimpol, Road Cycling Routes around Paimpol, MTB Trails around Paimpol, and Gravel biking around Paimpol.
The Sillon de Talbert is a unique geological formation near Paimpol. It is a natural sandy and pebble spit extending approximately 2 miles (3.2 kilometers) into the sea. This site is protected for its natural significance, and cycling is generally forbidden on the spit itself.
Paimpol is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 7,600 visitors having explored its routes. The region's 266 routes across various sports have received an average rating of 4.46 out of 5 stars from over 880 ratings.
Paimpol offers picturesque routes for joggers along its extensive coastal paths and through its historic town streets. Coastal trails provide invigorating runs with sea breezes and scenic backdrops. Details on these routes are available in the Running Trails around Paimpol guide.
The official tourism website for Paimpol is guingamp-paimpol.com. The phone number for the Paimpol Tourist Office is +33 (0)2 96 20 83 16.
Yes, Paimpol offers trails for both mountain biking and gravel biking. These routes provide opportunities to explore the region's diverse landscapes away from paved roads. Specific trails can be found in the MTB Trails around Paimpol and Gravel biking around Paimpol guides.

