Walk
Circuit Terre et Rance
Langrolay-sur-Rance · Côtes-d’Armor
An easy 7 km loop in Langrolay-sur-Rance: coastal path or foreshore along the tidal Rance, a small valley and farmland.
- Suggested time
- 2 hours
- Type of place
- Walking loop · Tidal Rance
- Atmosphere
- The banks of the Rance, foreshore and countryside.
- Getting there
- Langrolay-sur-Rance. Near the town hall
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
Countryside and riverbanks set the tone for this walk from Langrolay-sur-Rance, which gives a lovely view of the tidal Rance. You follow the Rance on the coastal path, or along the foreshore if the tide allows, before climbing a small valley and heading back to the village through the countryside. The Houssaye stream marks the boundary between the Côtes-d’Armor and Ille-et-Vilaine. The loop is 7 km long, with 140 m of ascent; allow about 2 hours of walking. The stated level is easy. Start: near the town hall in Langrolay-sur-Rance. 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.
What you will see
- 7 km, about 2 hours
- 140 m of ascent
- Level: easy
- Loop: back to the starting point
- Tidal Rance
- Option to walk along the foreshore
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- The Houssaye stream
Tips on the spot
- Start: near the town hall in Langrolay-sur-Rance.
- Walking along the foreshore depends on the tide: check the tide times before you set off.
- 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 km, with 140 m of ascent, or about 2 hours of walking.
Where does it start?
Near the town hall in Langrolay-sur-Rance. 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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