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The Pointe du Raz
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The coastline of Finistère is characterised by its coastal points, cliffs and capes. The coasts have been cut away into a lace-like pattern, offering breathtakingly wild landscapes at every turn, with the ocean as far as the eye can see! You can discover them on foot, one after the other, by following the GR®34, the famous coastal path.
In the Cap Sizun, the Baie des Trépassés is hammered by the winds, and this bay is bracketed by two iconic coastal points jutting out into the sea. The Pointe du Van, topped by Saint-They chapel, impresses with its wild look, large rocks and varied vegetation. The rockier Pointe du Raz, with its steep, jagged cliffs, is a testament to the unrelenting power of the elements. From here, there are magnificent panoramic views of the Raz de Sein, La Vieille lighthouse, the Île de Sein surrounded by treacherous waters and, in the distance, the famous Ar Men lighthouse.
In Plouarzel, Pointe de Corsen is the most westerly point in Finistère. At 31 metres above sea level, it marks the theoretical boundary between the English Channel and the Atlantic Ocean. It also offers a broad view of the Chenal du Four, the Molène archipelago and the island of Ouessant.
Pointe de Saint-Mathieu in Plougonvelin overlooks the Iroise Sea. It has an exceptional panorama and boasts a rich heritage, including Saint-Mathieu lighthouse, the ruins of a former abbey, a national memorial to sailors who died for France and the WW2 museum Musée Mémoire 39-45.
Pointe de Pen-Hir is one of the most beautiful landscapes on the Crozon Peninsula, with its impressive sheer cliffs that drop dramatically into the ocean. The view below over the Tas de Pois is remarkable and, on a clear day, you can make out the Pointe du Raz and Pointe de Saint-Mathieu.
Cap de la Chèvre is an impressive sandstone spur jutting out into the sea in Douarnenez Bay. Pierced by sea caves, it overlooks wild coves with turquoise waters and, at 93 metres tall, it is the highest cliff in Finistère.
Pointe de La Torche in the Pays Bigouden is a surfing hotspot thanks to its perfect exposure to the swell. Its long beach is the ideal place for invigorating walks taking in the fresh sea air. A few kilometres away, on Pointe de Saint-Pierre in Penmarc’h, stands Eckmühl lighthouse, standing guard over a dangerous coastline dotted with reefs.
