Bikes & Rosalie Carnac – Family Outings & Romantic Getaways
Carnac is a true paradise for cycle tourism, with well-maintained cycle paths and routes between the sea, megalithic heritage, and breathtaking landscapes, all accessible directly from Les Druides Campground. Whether you are a couple or a family, renting a bike or a quadricycle will transform your stay into a friendly, car-free adventure at your own pace.
📍 Where can you rent a bike in Carnac?
By Bicycle – Local Reference
À Bicyclette offers a wide range of bikes for all types of riders: city bikes, mountain bikes, electric bikes, adult/child tandems, and electric cargo bikes. There are also children's models adapted to different age groups, as well as trailers and baby seats. Helmets, lights, and small safety accessories are available, making it a very convenient place for families staying at the campground.
Address: 93 bis Avenue des Druides, 56340 Carnac
Phone: 02 97 52 75 08
Approximate opening hours during the season: 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Véloc’Ouest, Lokki & Beach Bikes
Véloc’Ouest completes the offer with reconditioned bikes and personalized advice on local routes, with online booking to save time. Lokki makes it easy to reserve your bike online, while Beach Bikes offers direct delivery to the campsite, depending on the season, which is convenient if you are traveling light.
🚲 Bikes, quadricycles, and equipment for the whole family
The rental companies in Carnac offer bikes suited to every situation: comfortable models for leisurely rides, mountain bikes for trails, and electric bikes for long distances or small hills. Children can choose from bikes of different sizes, as well as trailers or baby seats for the youngest riders.
Rosalies, a type of multi-seat group bike, are ideal for a fun outing on quiet roads or along the seafront. Some have electric assistance, which reduces the effort required while still allowing you to enjoy cycling together. They are an excellent option for sharing the moment without worrying about athletic performance.
🗺️ Ideas for bike tours around Carnac
Circuit des Alignements (≈ 8 km – easy)
This route takes you to the famous Carnac standing stones via quiet roads and suitable paths. It allows you to walk along the Ménec site, stop to take photos and, if you wish, round off your outing with a visit to the nearby Museum of Prehistory. It is a short, accessible loop, ideal for families.
Beach Route (≈ 12 km – easy)
Following the Greenway between Carnac and Plouharnel, you can enjoy a safe route with views of the coast and direct access to several beaches. The distance is reasonable, with little elevation gain, making it ideal for children or occasional cyclists. You can break up the day with swimming or picnic stops.
Quiberon Peninsula (≈ 40 km – intermediate level)
For the more motivated, the tour of the Quiberon peninsula offers a wide variety of landscapes: wild coastline, small ports, coves, and villages. The distance is greater and requires a minimum of cycling experience, but the cycling facilities are of good quality, making it a great day trip.
Around Quiberon Bay & towards the Gulf
Several routes connect Carnac to La Trinité-sur-Mer or Auray, offering views of bays, ports, and countryside. Longer routes allow you to plan trips to Vannes, the salt marshes, or the oyster-farming villages of the Gulf of Morbihan, provided you carefully plan your distances and breaks.
📱 Tools to help you prepare for your outings
Two apps are particularly useful for planning your rides: Loopi, which offers mapped routes with voice guidance and points of interest, and Geovelo, which calculates safe routes based on your profile and the type of bike you choose. The Carnac Tourist Office also provides free paper maps with suggested routes.
🔌 Charging an electric bike
If you are traveling by electric bike, charging stations are available near the main points of interest: in front of the Tourist Office, Place de l'Église in Carnac-Ville, and on Boulevard de la Plage, where several 220V and USB sockets allow you to recharge your bike and phone during a break. This opens the way for more ambitious itineraries, without the stress of range anxiety.
✅ Practical tips & safety
Before setting off, there are a few things you can do to make your trip easier: wear a helmet, especially for children; use a reflective vest if you are riding early or late; take a sturdy lock with you for stops in town or at the beach; and bring a water bottle and sunscreen, especially in the height of summer. A detour to the Carnac market (Wednesday and Sunday mornings) is also a great way to pick up some fresh produce for a picnic to take with you in your panniers.
🏕️ From Les Druides Campground
Camping Les Druides is ideally located for cycling: rental companies are nearby, routes to the standing stones or beaches are easily accessible, and the campsite facilities (swimming pool for relaxation, bar, parking) are the perfect way to round off an active day. The reception team can advise you on the most suitable routes for your level or the age of your children.
📞 Practical information & reservations
For up-to-date rates, availability, and rental conditions, we recommend contacting the rental companies directly (À Bicyclette, Véloc’Ouest, etc.) or the Carnac Tourist Office, which has the latest information for the season.