Loguivy-Lès-Lannion: Church, fountains and trails

Loguivy-Lès-Lannion lies on the Léguer. If you are planning a stay with an interest in heritage and riverside trails, the Église Saint-Yvi, two named fountains and the route of the GR® 34 provide concrete points of reference. There is also a dedicated heritage walk and seasonal guided tours. When planning, it is worth distinguishing between the route, the walk and event dates: they describe different ways to experience the area.

Saint-Yvi: Church and heritage

The Église Saint-Yvi de Loguivy is partially classified as a Monument historique. The cemetery enclosure and the fountains of Saint-Yvi were classified as Monuments historiques on 2 March 1912. Thus, both the church and the named features of the cemetery grounds are protected heritage, though each has its own classification.

A bronze bell cast in 1785 is housed in the bell tower. The choir contains a 16th-century statue titled “Statue de Saint Patrice?, dite de Saint Yvi”. A Nativity altarpiece carved from oak dates from the time of Louis XIII. Visiting conditions for the church interior may vary.

Two fountains on the Léguer

There are two Saint-Ivy fountains in Loguivy-Lès-Lannion: the Fontaine Saint-Ivy du Haut and the Fontaine Saint-Ivy de la Rive. The names refer to two different fountains. The more precise location description applies to the Fontaine Saint-Ivy de la Rive: it lies below the cemetery enclosure, at the end of Quai à Sable on the left bank of the Léguer. A staircase leads to it.

The Fontaine Saint-Ivy de la Rive dates from the 16th century and was restored in 1970. Historically, it supplied boats with fresh water at high tide. Its history therefore includes both its use as a fountain and its particular function for boats when water levels were high. This former use helps explain the site; it should be distinguished from today’s trails and visiting options.

Walk and walking route

The GR® 34 passes through Loguivy-Lès-Lannion on its route from Lannion to Morlaix. Before reaching the area, it runs along the left bank of the Léguer and then follows the road. Check the current trail conditions before setting out.

Another way to find your bearings is the “Parcours d’interprétation du Patrimoine”: this walk is 1.5 kilometres long and is listed as taking two hours. The two route descriptions serve different planning needs: the GR® 34 describes a route on the way from Lannion to Morlaix, while the Parcours is presented as a walk with a stated length and duration. The programme details for the walk may vary.

Guided tours and dates

In July and August, guided tours following in the footsteps of Saint Ivy and local legends take place on Tuesdays at 2:30 p.m. The starting point is Quai au Sable. Check the current dates before your trip if you are planning to visit at this time.

Since 2025, the Église Saint-Yvi de Loguivy-lès-Lannion has been included in the Circuit des Chapelles; participation in the programme may change. The Pardon de Saint-Ivy takes place every year on the first weekend of May. Check the programme for your trip. This date provides another seasonal reference point, while the guided tours are limited to July and August.

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