La Vélomaritime / EuroVelo 4
Tréguier / Paimpol
Between Tréguier and Paimpol, the Vélomaritime route straddles two estuaries, that of the Jaudy to the west, that of the Trieux to the east, these two rivers framing the presqu’île, or peninsula, of Lézardrieux. Enjoy the views over these estuaries where fresh water and sea water mingle.
Gradients and elevation
Ascents: 167m
Descents: 163m
Lowest point: 0m
Highest point: 82m
Slope breakdown
7km gentle descent (-5% to -1%)
12km flat (-1% to 2%)
0.51km climb (2% to 5%)
0.51km hard climb (5% to 8%)
0.51km very hard climb (> 8%)
Road types
1km (7%) of cycle paths
19km (93%) of shared roads
- Cycle path
- Routes reserved for cyclists and pedestrians (greenways, cycle tracks, towpaths), separated from cars for maximum safety.
- Shared road
- Quiet minor roads with little traffic (unless otherwise stated in the stage details). Shared with cars (stay alert).
- Not specified
- Data unavailable or being assessed. Please refer to the detailed stage description.
- Provisional
- Section on a road or cycle path awaiting better-quality facilities (see stage details).
Surface
19km (93%) of smooth surface
1km (7%) of natural surface
- Smooth
- Asphalt, tarmac or smooth concrete. Optimal comfort.
- Rough
- Fine gravel, compacted stabilised surface or worn tarmac. Less comfortable, vibrations possible.
- Natural
- Dirt, grass, roots or stones. Under 5%: short sections with little impact. Higher percentage: route suited to mountain or gravel bikes only.
- Not specified
- Data unavailable or being assessed. Please refer to the detailed stage description.
The route
Mainly along minor roads. Take care: crossing the D33 road south of Pleumeur-Gautier; and crossing the RD786 road north and south of the Pont de Lézardrieux over the Trieux River.
Links
From Paimpol, a 7 km signposted link allows you to reach the Pointe de l'Arcouest, the headland from which boats make the short crossing to the island of Bréhat.
SNCF
Nearby station Paimpol station (TER): Guingamp/Paimpol line
