All stages on Saint-Brieuc to Lorient - Cycle Route 8 in Brittany
Pontivy / St-Nicolas-des-Eaux
At Pontivy, the route leaves the Canal de Nantes à Brest to run alongside the canalized Blavet. This river meanders along between steep green hills, in a delightfully peaceful atmosphere. This stage is exclusively along greenways. The way is dotted with locks and mills, notably that of Le Roch.
Gradients and elevation
Ascents: 119m
Descents: 137m
Lowest point: 41m
Highest point: 93m
Road types
2km (12%) By road
16km (88%) Cycle path
Surface
19km (100%) Smooth







