EuroVelo 1 Atlantic Coast Route

Britain & Brittany

Contains the tracks of the whole stage, including well developed sections but also parts of the route under development or at the planning stage.

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Contains only parts of the stage which are either developed, developed with signs or certified – i.e. sections that are ready to cycle.

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These EuroVelo GPX tracks are made available under the Open Database License. While ECF and National EuroVelo Coordination Centers and Coordinators (NECCs) make every effort to ensure the tracks and their levels of development are both current and accurate, errors or outdated information can occur. The user is fully responsible for his or her own safety when making use of the tracks and for following national traffic rules and signing.

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Britain and Brittany is a wonderfully varied ride taking you through the coasts and countryside of South Wales, South West England and the heart of Brittany.

Starting in the west Wales port of Fishguard, the route follows Pembrokeshire’s scenic backroads and dramatic coastline and passes through historic St David’s, Britain’s smallest city. Heading east, you will encounter glorious estuary views, the golden sands of Swansea Bay and the ancient castles of Caerphilly and Chepstow.

Crossing into England on the mile-long Severn Bridge, you can explore the vibrant city of Bristol and the historic sites of Glastonbury and Wells. Through rolling countryside and past wild Exmoor, the route heads south along Victorian railway cuttings and viaducts, immersing you in the natural beauty of Dartmoor. The port city of Plymouth is rich in maritime history and from there you can take the ferry to Roscoff.

Setting off south from Roscoff, a characterful fishing port surrounded by white sand beaches, the route takes you along river valleys through unspoilt rolling countryside and along the peaceful Nantes-Brest canal. You can swim at Lac de Guerlédan, Brittany’s largest lake, and explore pretty towns and picturesque villages such as Josselin with its 11th century castle. The stage ends in the historic and dynamic city of Nantes on the Loire river.

Stena Line operates ferries between Rosslare and Fishguard. Brittany Ferries operates between Plymouth and Roscoff.

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Development status

Certified These sections were awarded the official EuroVelo Certification label, ensuring high-quality cycling conditions.They were surveyed in the field by EuroVelo Route Inspectors to respect minimum requirements for motorised traffic levels, surface quality, EuroVelo signage, and access to services as defined by the European Certification Standard (ECS) methodology. EuroVelo Certified routes are the best options for beginners!
Developed + Signed These sections offer generally good cycling conditions, with limited motorised traffic, rideable surfaces, and EuroVelo signs along the route. Developed routes with signs are suitable for most cyclists. However, short stretches with lower-quality conditions may occur, and it is recommended to bring a map or navigation app as signs can have defects.
Developed + Not Signed These sections offer generally good cycling conditions, with limited motorised traffic and rideable surfaces, but without EuroVelo signs. Developed routes without signs are suitable for most cyclists. However, short stretches with lower-quality conditions may occur, and it is warmly recommended to bring a map or navigation app.
Partially Developed + Signed Cycling is possible here, but conditions vary. Some stretches may have high motorised traffic or poor surfaces, even though EuroVelo signs are in place. Partially developed routes with signs are suitable for experienced cyclists only, and it is recommended to bring a map or navigation app and check national/regional websites for more information. ECF and National EuroVelo Coordination Centres are working on improvements.
Partially Developed + Not Signed Cycling is possible here, but conditions vary. Some stretches may have high motorised traffic or poor surfaces, and EuroVelo signs are not in place. Partially developed routes without signs are suitable for experienced cyclists only, and it is warmly recommended to bring a map or navigation app and check national/regional websites for more information. ECF and National EuroVelo Coordination Centres are working on improvements.
Undeveloped / Unknown These sections do not meet minimum requirements for motorised traffic levels or surface quality – or their conditions are currently unknown. They may include dangerous stretches. Cyclists choosing to cycle there should use a map or navigation app and check national/regional websites for more information. It is recommended to use public transport to skip these areas where possible.
Public transport link These sections include continuity across seas or rivers and undeveloped parts of the network that can be skipped with a reliable public transport connection allowing bicycle transport.