🗺️ Itinerary: car-free Brittany in 6 major stages

Paris → Rennes → Quiberon → Belle-Île → Quimper → Concarneau & Les Glénan → Crozon → Brest → Paris

1️⃣ Rennes

From Paris, take the TGV to Rennes. Your first Breton immersion in a town on a human scale, perfect for a gentle start.

Take the time to stroll through its historic center: half-timbered houses, cobbled streets and the lively atmosphere of the Lices district. It's the perfect introduction to Brittany.

2️⃣ Auray → Quiberon (le Tire-Bouchon 🚆)

From Rennes, take the TER to Auray (about 1h20).

This is where one of France's most unusual routes begins: the Corkscrew a legendary regional train that takes you all the way to Quiberon along a spectacular isthmus, with the sea on both sides.

In just 45 minutes, you'll enjoy a unique rail experience between land and sea.

3️⃣ Belle-Île-en-Mer (sailing ⛵)

From Quiberon, come aboard the Ilians to sail to Belle-Île in 1h30.

Brittany's largest island is well worth a visit. With its wild landscapes and island atmosphere, it's a must-see on this tour. Take the time to spend at least one night there to really enjoy it.

4️⃣ Quimper

Back to the mainland, then on to Quimper.

This emblematic Breton town is immediately captivating, with its two rivers and flamboyant Gothic cathedral. It's also the starting point for a number of must-see Finistère getaways.

5️⃣ Concarneau & les Glénan (sailing)

From Quimper, a BreizhGo bus takes you to Concarneau in 43 minutes.

From this fortified port, embark with Sailcoop to reach the Glénan archipelago in 1h30, on a sailing trip. A paradise-like setting that contrasts with the classic image of Brittany - turquoise waters, wild islets... clearly one of the region's most beautiful spots.

Then back to Quimper.

6️⃣ Excursions around Quimper: Pointe du Raz & Crozon

From Quimper, two day trips are a must:

• La Pointe du Raz (1h30 by BreizhGo 953 coach): the end of the Breton world, facing the Atlantic.
• The Crozon peninsula (1h30 by BreizhGo 937 coach): breathtaking cliffs and spectacular scenery.

Two different but equally impressive atmospheres.

7️⃣ Crozon → Brest (via Pointe Saint-Mathieu)

From Crozon, continue towards Brest, stopping off at Pointe Saint-Mathieu.

Abbey ruins, lighthouse facing the ocean, raw atmosphere: an emblematic spot on the Brittany coast.

8️⃣ Back to Paris

From Brest, all you have to do is take the TGV back to Paris, your head full of sea spray and maritime landscapes.

Why choose this car-free itinerary in Brittany?

This itinerary proves that it's possible to explore Brittany in a different way, without a car and without compromising on experience.

✔️ Discover Brittany by train and soft mobility
✔️ Enjoy unique experiences (Corkscrew train, sailing trips)
✔️ Explore islands, cliffs and historic towns without stress
✔️ Travel more responsibly

Paris - Rennes

The step from Paris to Rennes lasts 1h30. You'll travel in a TGV Inoui operated by SNCF Voyageurs.

Rennes - Auray

The step from Rennes to Auray lasts 1h10. You'll travel in a TGV Inoui operated by SNCF Voyageurs.

Auray - Quiberon

To connect Auray and Quiberon, take the famous Corkscrew an extraordinary train that winds gently through the salt marshes and moors of Brittany before skirting the ocean. An hour of pure pleasure!

The step from Auray to Quiberon lasts 1h00. You'll travel in a regional train.

Quiberon - Sauzon (Belle-Île-en-Mer)

The step from Quiberon to Sauzon (Belle-Île-en-Mer) lasts 1h30. You'll travel in a Catamaran Iliens operated by Iliens.

Sauzon (Belle-Île-en-Mer) - Quiberon

The step from Sauzon (Belle-Île-en-Mer) to Quiberon lasts 1h30. You'll travel in a Catamaran Iliens operated by Iliens.

Quiberon - Auray

The step from Quiberon to Auray lasts 00h58. You'll travel in a regional train.

Auray - Quimper

The step from Auray to Quimper lasts 1h10. You'll travel in a OUIGO Classique operated by SNCF Voyageurs.

Quimper - Concarneau

The step from Quimper to Concarneau lasts 00h43. You'll travel in a day bus.

Concarneau - Les Glénan

The step from Concarneau to Les Glénan lasts 1h30. You'll travel in a Sailcoop.

Les Glénan - Concarneau

The step from Les Glénan to Concarneau lasts 1h30. You'll travel in a Sailcoop.

Concarneau - Quimper

The step from Concarneau to Quimper lasts 00h43. You'll travel in a day bus.

Quimper - Crozon

The step from Quimper to Crozon lasts 1h30. You'll travel in a day bus.

Crozon - Brest

The step from Crozon to Brest lasts 1h30. You'll travel in a day bus.

Brest - Paris

The step from Brest to Paris lasts 3h30. You'll travel in a TGV Inoui operated by SNCF Voyageurs.