The wild coast

Follow the 8 kilometres of coastal paths (the GR34) along the Côte Sauvage for a walk you won't soon forget. The succession of rocky cliffs and fine sandy beaches is spellbindingly beautiful! You can take your camera with you, as long as you don't play trompe-la-mort on the cliffside.

Several viewpoints, notably Pointe du Percho, are accessible by car, but the most pleasant way to explore the coast is on foot or by bike along the greenway.

The rugged and majestic landscapes of the Côte Sauvage are a real invitation to adventure! So why not take up the challenge of exploring the coastal path on horseback, with your hair blowing in the wind? Located right in the heart of the Quiberon moors, La Grande Randonnée equestrian tourism centre offers rides along the Côte Sauvage that are suitable for everyone. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced rider, whether you like to gallop along the beach or peacefully contemplate the ocean from the comfort of a horse-drawn carriage, you're bound to find a package to suit you. Walks along the coastal path are accessible to children and last 1 or 2 hours. The Grande Randonnée is open during the spring holidays and in July and August. Bookings can be made at 0612909412.

Along the Côte Sauvage you'll discover a unique and incredibly rich environment. At the very top of the cliffs, a natural lawn forms a carpet of vegetation in a thousand shades that change with the seasons: soft green in spring, then pink when the sea grass and the cliff carnation flower, yellow when the lawn dries out in summer. This is followed by low moorland, coloured by heather and dwarf gorse.

As for the wildlife, you can watch hares and rabbits running across the moors. Birdwatchers will not be outdone by the large population of seagulls, gulls and egrets that swirl around the cliffs.

Wave lovers beware! The Quiberon Peninsula is home to some of the best surf spots in Morbihan. On the Côte Sauvage, you can go tube-hunting on the beaches of Port-Blanc, Port-Marie, Port-Rhu and especially Port-Bara. Be warned, however, that these spots are only for experienced surfers, as they can be very dangerous (rocky cliffs, violent currents and sometimes huge waves...).

It should also be noted that the beaches of the Côte Sauvage, as beautiful and attractive as they may be, are off-limits to bathers, mainly because of the crashing waves that wash up on the shore and sweep people off their feet every year. Vigilance is essential when walking along the water's edge. Only experienced surfers are allowed in the water.

The pretty village of Portivy is the only port on the Côte Sauvage. Not very busy, it's the ideal place to enjoy an aperitif on the terrace, with the setting sun reflecting off the ocean and illuminating the small coloured boats. We particularly like Le Bateau Livre, a friendly bar serving excellent mussels and chips. Open from 10am to 1am all year round except January.

Tel: +33 2 97 30 99 19

Near Portivy, you'll find the small family beach of Le Fozo, the only place on Quiberon's west coast where bathing is permitted. Marking the true beginning of the Côte Sauvage, the Pointe de Beg-An-aud is particularly spectacular when the sea roars and the raging waves crash in a firework display of foam onto the black rocks below. The slope of the Pointe de Beg-An-Aud is an ancient Neolithic site that served as an entrenchment camp for Gallo-Roman populations.

Dominated by a former customs post, the Pointe du Percho is one of the most remarkable sites on the Côte Sauvage and in Quiberon as a whole. The view over the ocean, the island of Groix and the surrounding countryside is quite simply exceptional. Ideal for a picnic and to watch a sumptuous sunset.

At the foot of Pointe du Percho lies the sublime Arche de Port-Blanc, also known as Roche percée, which is revealed to us at low tide. It's the scene of some of the Presqu'île's finest light shows, as the sun's rays descend through this natural gateway in an almost celestial vision. The erosion of the rock is increasing year on year, which will one day lead to the disappearance of this exceptional site. It is therefore strictly forbidden to go under the arch, as there is a risk of landslides. Nestling between the cliffs, the beach at Port-Blanc, with its fine sand and crystal-clear water, is also a real delight.

Popular with surfers, the creeks of Port-Bara and Port-Rhu (less easily accessible) are also striking examples of Quiberon's wild beauty.

To round off your trip along the Côte Sauvage, admire the emblematic heart-shaped menhir at Beg Er Goh Lannec, a jewel in Quiberon's Celtic heritage. Nearby is the excellent seafood restaurant Le Vivier, with an incredible south-facing terrace offering panoramic views of the ocean and Belle-île-en-mer. Don't miss the Far Breton for dessert! Le Vivier is open from February to November.

Bookings on 02 97 50 12 60.