Maison Od Joge
Hiking on the GR34
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Sport

Hiking on the GR34

The essentials

The GR34, the customs officers' path, runs along the entire coastline of the Presqu'île sauvage at Pleubian (Côtes-d'Armor). From Maison Od Joge, five waymarked GR34 loops can be reached on foot without a car, ranging from 3.2 km (Sillon de Talbert) to 13.6 km (Port-la-Chaîne), with no major technical difficulty.

The customs officers' path follows the entire coastline of the Presqu'île sauvage. From the house, five waymarked loops let you explore it without a car, from 3.2 to 13.6 km.

How to reach Hiking on the GR34 from the house?

The GR34 passes close to Pleubian — several loops can be started on foot from the house (hameau de l'Armor).

What to do in practice?

OptionDurationDifficultyBest seasonCostSource
Sillon de Talbert Loop~1h (estimated)Easy, flatYear-round, depending on the tideFreeSource ↗
Lighthouse Route (8.6 km)~2h10 (estimated)Easy to moderateSpring, autumnFreeSource ↗
Port-Béni Route (8.7 km)~2h10 (estimated)Easy to moderateAll seasonsFreeSource ↗
Brestan Route (8.8 km)~2h15 (estimated)Easy to moderateAll seasonsFreeSource ↗
Port-la-Chaîne Route (13.6 km)~3h30 (estimated)ModerateSpring, autumnFreeSource ↗

What gear and bookings do you need?

Gear
Walking shoes, Windproof jacket (the coastal wind is constant), Water
Bookings
No booking required — open access year-round.
Providers
No provider needed for independent hiking.

Frequently asked questions

Is the GR34 accessible year-round?

Yes, but some sections (including the Sillon de Talbert) are submerged at high tides.

Do you need to be an experienced hiker?

No — the suggested loops are easy to moderate, with no significant elevation gain.

Where should you park to start a loop?

The start point depends on the chosen route. A departure on foot from the house is possible for several loops.

Can these loops be done with children?

Yes, for the shorter ones (Sillon de Talbert, Lighthouse Route).

Are there water points along the route?

No, there are no water points on the route. Bring your own water.

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Want to enjoy this from the house?

Maison Od Joge — sleeps 8, 5 minutes à pied from the sea.