Pink Granite Coast

Pink granite coast around ploumanac'h

This portion of the Armor Coast in northern Brittany took its name from the pink color of the granite found locally.

The wind and rain erosions have shaped the most intriguing rock piles and formations, locally known as Napoleon’s Hat, the Elephant or the Umbrella…

Follow the coastal path between Perros-Guirec and Ploumanac’h for gorgeous views out to the sea and the Seven-Isles archipelago bird reserve. You will find a dozen beaches and a charming little lighthouse, as you pass the Pointe de Squewel.