Huelgoat, which translates from Breton as "high wood", is well known for its mystic atmosphere. The forest is scattered with rocky outcrops and gigantic granite boulders, many of which are the subject of local legend and folklore - the region reputedly having been populated by ghosts, devils, giants and other supernatural beings.


The usual way of visiting the natural curiosities of Huelgoat starts at the lake and roughly follows the Argent River. The piles of rocks lying in strange positions have been given evocative names such as the Devil's Grotto and the Virgins Kitchen.


The Trembling Rock, a huge granite block over 100 tons in weight, can be rocked by a child who knows just where to apply pressure.

Le Champignon

Further into the forest is Arthur's Grotto where sleeps the legendary King, the Boars Pool, the Waterfall and the Fairy's Pool.

The Ancient Camp d'Artus is an iron age fort where Ceasar's legions camped and is one of the most important sites of its type in Western France.

Links, Useful Info and Things to do:

Discover the Huelgoat Forest in the company of a storyteller… Tél: +33 (0) 2.98.99.62.36

Tourist Office: Moulin du Chaos - B.P. 22, 29690 Huelgoat... Tél: +33 (0) 2.98.99.72.32

TrekEarth: Stunning photos of the Huelgoat area

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Mysterious myths and legends of Brittany.