Day trip by bike
Why not take advantage of your stay at our hotel in Saint-Brieuc to explore Erquy?
The village inspired Albert Uderzo to create the famous village of indomitable Gauls in his comic strip Asterix. It is also the capital of Saint-Jacques.
With its shells, wild landscapes and cape, Erquy is not short of charm. Thanks to the Vélomaritime, connect the two towns by bike for a day trip to the heart of the Breton countryside.
After renting your bike at the Maison du Vélo in Saint-Brieuc, your itinerary begins with the town's marina and a stroll along the quays bordering the Gouët River.
On your way to Cesson, you will come across the Douvenant Viaduct: a vaulted viaduct listed as a historic monument and the Vau-Hervé Viaduct, an arched bridge used by the railways at the time, both built at the beginning of the 20th century.
Then follow the coast for a few kilometers before arriving in Hillion. You will then pass by the ornithological observatory on the Pointe d'Illemont: a small haven of peace in the heart of nature to see the different birds present, such as the kingfisher.
Your route will then take you from small village to small village, until you reach the magnificent hamlet of Erquy. Once you arrive, you can discover:
📍 Distance: 40 kilometers
⌚ Duration: approximately 2 hours 30
🔥 Level: normal
The Duguesclin Hotel welcomes you in the heart of the city center of Saint-Brieuc and 5 km from the sea.
Stay in a hotel as elegant as it is refined, composed of 33 rooms, including 2 family rooms.
For your meals, discover the restaurant La Taverne and enjoy a lunch menu or à la carte dishes made from fresh products.
Also benefit from quality services:
The village inspired Albert Uderzo to create the famous village of indomitable Gauls in his comic strip Asterix. It is also the capital of Saint-Jacques.
With its shells, wild landscapes and cape, Erquy is not short of charm. Thanks to the Vélomaritime, connect the two towns by bike for a day trip to the heart of the Breton countryside.
Head towards the village of Asterix by bike
A 40 km route
After renting your bike at the Maison du Vélo in Saint-Brieuc, your itinerary begins with the town's marina and a stroll along the quays bordering the Gouët River.
On your way to Cesson, you will come across the Douvenant Viaduct: a vaulted viaduct listed as a historic monument and the Vau-Hervé Viaduct, an arched bridge used by the railways at the time, both built at the beginning of the 20th century.
Then follow the coast for a few kilometers before arriving in Hillion. You will then pass by the ornithological observatory on the Pointe d'Illemont: a small haven of peace in the heart of nature to see the different birds present, such as the kingfisher.
Your arrival in Erquy
Your route will then take you from small village to small village, until you reach the magnificent hamlet of Erquy. Once you arrive, you can discover:
- its fine sandy beaches
- its old cannonball oven
- the cape of Erquy and its splendid view
- its fishing port
- and taste some scallops
Practical information
📍 Distance: 40 kilometers
⌚ Duration: approximately 2 hours 30
🔥 Level: normal
Put down your suitcases at the Duguesclin hotel in the city center of Saint-Brieuc
The Duguesclin Hotel welcomes you in the heart of the city center of Saint-Brieuc and 5 km from the sea.
Stay in a hotel as elegant as it is refined, composed of 33 rooms, including 2 family rooms.
For your meals, discover the restaurant La Taverne and enjoy a lunch menu or à la carte dishes made from fresh products.
Also benefit from quality services:
- 24-hour reception
- High-speed Wi-Fi
- Public and private parking
- Buffet breakfast
- Express breakfast
- Laundry
- Laundry
- Gift shop
