Walk
Circuit du Trieux
Pabu · Côtes-d’Armor
An easy 7.1 km loop in Pabu, along the Trieux: flax retting ponds, the Milin Kerhé mill and riverbanks where otters live.
- Suggested time
- 1 h 45
- Type of place
- Walking loop · Trieux valley
- Atmosphere
- Riverside and flax heritage.
- Getting there
- Pabu. Place de la Mairie
The route
Loop: the route returns to its starting point. Route: Département des Côtes-d'Armor (PDIPR), Licence Ouverte 2.0, mise à jour du 2026-09-11.
Download the GPS trackGPX file, to open in a walking app (Komoot, OsmAnd, Garmin Connect, iPhiGéNie…).
Who this place suits
- With family
- 7/10
- As a couple
- 7/10
- With friends
- 8/10
- Solo
- 8/10
- With a dog
- 8/10
- Reduced mobility
- 3/10
These scores are calculated from what the page records: official rating, facilities, difficulty, duration and location. They are a guide, not a substitute for contacting the venue, especially about accessibility.
About
In Pabu, near Guingamp, this trail explores the Trieux, its wildlife and its heritage. Châteaux, flax retting ponds and the Milin Kerhé mill recall how important flax once was in the area. The banks of the Trieux are also a refuge for the Eurasian otter and draw fly fishing enthusiasts. The loop is 7.1 km long, with 123 m of ascent; allow about 1 h 45 of walking. The stated level is easy. Start: Place de la Mairie, in Pabu. The official route, published by the Côtes-d’Armor département and updated on 11 September 2026, is shown on the map and can be downloaded as a GPX file to follow on your phone. Any problem on the route can be reported via the Suricate app.
What you will see
- 7.1 km, about 1 h 45
- 123 m of ascent
- Level: easy
- Loop: back to the starting point
- Banks of the Trieux
- Flax retting ponds
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- Milin Kerhé mill
Tips on the spot
- Start: Place de la Mairie, in Pabu.
- Some sections can be muddy depending on the season.
- Ask a tourist office or the town hall about hunting seasons.
- The GPX track can be downloaded from the map: handy for staying on the right path at junctions.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the walk?
7.1 km, with 123 m of ascent, or about 1 h 45 of walking.
Where does it start?
Place de la Mairie, in Pabu. The route comes back to its starting point.
Source: Département des Côtes-d'Armor (PDIPR), Licence Ouverte 2.0, mise à jour du 2026-09-11 via data.gouv.fr, updated 11 September 2026.
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