Laz: Discover hiking and heritage

If you choose Laz for a stay, the trails and historic landmarks described here offer practical starting points for planning your trip. The routes differ in their viewpoints and the places they pass. There are also crosses and other monuments, each with its own historical details. This can help you decide whether to spend your time enjoying views of the landscape, visiting a fountain along the way, or exploring heritage sites.

The municipality provides its hiking routes in print at the town hall and in digital form. Check the latest route information before setting out. The condition of the Fontaine Saint-Germain trail may vary; be sure to check this in advance as well.

Trails and views in Laz

The Menez du trail starts at the church in Laz. Along the way, it offers views of the Montagnes Noires and the Monts d’Arrée. It also follows the towpath on the opposite bank of the Canal de Nantes à Brest. The viewpoints and route along the canal give this trail its own combination of scenery and wayfinding.

The Les Crêtes trail also starts at the church in Laz. Its views look out over the Aulne Valley and the Monts d’Arrée. The route also passes an oven, a fountain, and notable trees. Comparing the two trails, both share a starting point, but the views described differ: the Montagnes Noires and the canal towpath are part of the Menez du route, while Les Crêtes features the Aulne Valley, an oven, a fountain, and trees.

The Fontaine Saint-Germain trail leads to a fountain that was renovated by volunteers in 2019. When planning, the main thing to consider is the current condition of the trail.

Historic crosses and monuments

The calvary in Laz cemetery includes a central cross dating from 1563 and a Pietà with an inscription dated 1527. These dates refer to different elements: 1527 is the date of the inscription on the Pietà, while 1563 is the date of the central cross. This distinction helps attribute the historical details to the relevant part of the calvary.

The Menhir de Kermez in Laz has been classified as a Monument historique since December 12, 1910. For another monument, the Pavillon de chasse de Moniven in Laz, the façades and roofs have been listed as a Monument historique since May 27, 2008. The listing specifically applies to these parts of the building.

There are also monumental crosses at two other locations in Laz: one in Kerhervé near Laz and one on Rue de Trévarez.

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