Buhulien: Heritage and the Léguer

For a trip to Buhulien, there are two distinct themes to explore: its architectural heritage, and the Léguer, with a walking route and a connection to fishing. Architectural heritage is understood through building history, dates and protection status. For activities on the river, the route and an access point in the fishing area are relevant.

Château de Kerivon and its building history

At the Château de Kerivon, a medieval predecessor should be distinguished from a later replacement building. A medieval manor house dating from the 13th century already stood on the site; from 1724, the Carcaradec family had the château rebuilt there. The date 1724 therefore refers to the replacement building, not to the manor house’s origins. The château is partially protected as a historic monument. The protected complex includes a park, a chapel, historic outbuildings, moats and ponds. The estate can thus be understood as an ensemble comprising the main building, its grounds and other features.

Other protected and dated sites

Other heritage sites offer their own points of reference in time. The Croix du 17e siècle was listed as a historic monument by decree dated 22 December 1927. Three protected heritage objects are associated with the Église de Buhulien. The Fontaine Sainte-Marguerite dates from 1727. It is important to note that the numbers refer to different things: 1927 is the date of the decree listing the Croix, while 1727 is the year of the Fontaine; the name of the Croix refers to the 17th century. Along with the manor house and the rebuilt château, this gives a time span extending from the 13th century to the 20th-century listing decree.

Walking route and fishing access on the Léguer

The circular walking route from Buhulien to the banks of the Léguer reaches the river at Milin Kerginiou. The start and finish are at the car park by Buhulien town hall. The route can therefore be described using two specific reference points: the car park marks both ends of the loop, while Milin Kerginiou is the point by the river that the route reaches. Route details may change; check them before setting out.

The Moulin de Buhulien is an access point to the Léguer in the AAPPMA du Léguer fishing area. This information concerns fishing, whereas the circular route is for walking; these are therefore different ways of planning activities on the same river. Fishing regulations and access conditions may change. If you plan to use the fishing access point, check the current rules and conditions in advance.

When looking for a hotel in Buhulien, these themes can help guide your travel plans. If you are especially interested in architectural history, the highlights include a medieval predecessor building, a replacement building from 1724 and other dated heritage sites. If your interest is more in activities on the Léguer, the walking route and fishing access serve quite different purposes. Choose the focus that suits the reason for your trip.

Discover more destinations: Les Champs-Géraux, Plévenon, Saint-Caradec, Plouëc-Du-Trieux, Pleumeur-Bodou, Plourac'h, Taden, Gommenec'h

For the broader travel overview: Côtes-D’armor.