{"id":2686,"date":"2025-05-20T15:19:19","date_gmt":"2025-05-20T13:19:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.naeco.bzh\/?p=2686"},"modified":"2026-04-17T08:49:45","modified_gmt":"2026-04-17T06:49:45","slug":"what-to-pack-in-your-backpack-for-a-hike-in-brittany","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.naeco.bzh\/en\/what-to-pack-in-your-backpack-for-a-hike-in-brittany\/","title":{"rendered":"What should you pack in your backpack for a hike in Brittany?"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">To prepare for a hike, it's important to be well equipped. Here's a list of essentials you shouldn't forget!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Brittany is a&nbsp;<strong>a region rich in landscapes<\/strong>&nbsp;and hiking, his<strong>&nbsp;GR34 hiking trail<\/strong>&nbsp;runs along its entire 2000km coastline. It allows you to&nbsp;<strong>visit Brittany on foot<\/strong>, from Mont Saint-Michel in the Manche department to Saint-Nazaire in the Loire-Atlantique region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our locations\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.naeco.bzh\/fr\/hotel-camping-audierne.html\">Na\u00e9co Audierne<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.naeco.bzh\/fr\/hotel-le-pouldu.html\">Na\u00e9co Le Pouldu<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.naeco.bzh\/fr\/hotel-naeco-erdeven.html\">Na\u00e9co Erdeven<\/a>\u00a0in Finist\u00e8re and Morbihan are located on the GR34 and at the start of many hikes in Southern Brittany. Discover our favorite walks in our\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.naeco.bzh\/en\/your-tours-at-naeco-hostels-discover-our-roadbooks\/\">roadbooks Na\u00e9co<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Like any self-respecting backpacker, you need to be equipped and organized!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>First of all, before you start packing your bag, remember to&nbsp;<strong>watch the weather<\/strong>&nbsp;so we can take care of business accordingly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Then, the 2 most important elements for having a good time\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.naeco.bzh\/en\/hiking-and-biking-in-brittany\/\">hiking in South BrittanyFinist\u00e8re<\/a>, are :<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>1) a good pair of shoes<br>2) a good backpack<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Below is a list of the equipment you need to bring with you, depending on the duration of your trip.&nbsp;<strong>walking tour of Brittany<\/strong>. \ud83d\ude09<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">For a half-day hike in Southern Brittany<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A 20-30L bag<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Foldable windbreaker \/ one odd<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Water bottle or pouch<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A multifunction knife<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>First-aid kit (blister dressings, disinfectant, mosquito repellent, arnica, etc.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your phone, to take photos, use as a gps, ...<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bathing suit and towel, weather permitting!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A cap \/ hat<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sunglasses<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sun cream<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your papers + cash<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your picnic<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>&gt; Find out more on our&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/naeco.bonkdo.com\/fr\/shop\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">eshop Na\u00e9co<\/a>&nbsp;Hostels for your backpack in Brittany.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">For a day trip in Southern Brittany<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For a&nbsp;<strong>hiking<\/strong>&nbsp;over a long day or 2 days, plan instead&nbsp;<strong>30-40L bag<\/strong>. In addition to the items listed above, add :<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A hammock, for lying down and resting after hours of walking<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A headlamp<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A garbage bag<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Walking sticks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A map + a compass<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">For a multi-day hike in Brittany<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, for a&nbsp;<strong>multi-day hikes<\/strong>&nbsp;in Brittany, opt for a<strong>&nbsp;40-50L backpack<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Preparing for a multi-day trek is different from preparing for a short one.<strong>&nbsp;day hikes<\/strong>... Indeed, the&nbsp;<strong>walking&nbsp;<\/strong>for miles can't be improvised.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So that your&nbsp;<strong>micro-adventure in Brittany&nbsp;<\/strong>is a success, there are many items to add to your bag!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A fleece<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A microfiber towel<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Two short-sleeved T-shirts and a tank top<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Leggings,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Walking shorts,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Flip-flops to rest your feet after a walk<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lightweight walking pants<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Comfortable underwear + socks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A toiletry bag reduced to the essentials: Marseille soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, a small moisturizing cream.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A charger<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Walking sticks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A map + a compass<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>To enrich this&nbsp;<strong>microadventure in Finist\u00e8re or Morbihan<\/strong>, You can also bivouac.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to bivouac in Brittany, add :<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A very light tent<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>10\u00b0 sleeping bag (for spring\/summer hiking)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A small mattress<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A night blindfold to help you sleep in daylight<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>An external battery<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Multifunctional \u00abbowl\u00bb with cutlery, cup, etc.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A stove<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Seeds, cereal bars, dried fruit, etc.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A survival blanket<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Toilet paper (to be picked up afterwards)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Food (freeze-dried meals, muesli, Chinese noodles, soup, etc.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Water purification tablets<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lighter or matches<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Optional<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Binoculars<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Earplugs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A whistle: to signal your presence in the event of a problem<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A bonnet and a neckerchief: it's a good way to cool off in the evening...<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A camera<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A notebook and pencil<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A book<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>With all these elements, you are now ready for a&nbsp;<strong>hiking the GR34<\/strong>the&nbsp;<strong>customs trail<\/strong>&nbsp;!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Na\u00e9co Audierne, Na\u00e9co Le Pouldu and Na\u00e9co Erdeven are your\u00a0<strong>g\u00eetes d'\u00e9tape<\/strong>\u00a0perfect for a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tourismebretagne.com\/selon-mes-envies\/randonnee-pedestre\/guides-et-cartes-pour-randonner-en-bretagne\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">hiking in South Brittany<\/a>. Located on the GR34, our accommodation offers the comfort of a hotel combined with the conviviality of an inn...<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Book a night in a room or dormitory, cook and relax in our communal areas and leave refreshed for the rest of your tour.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>To prepare for a hike, it's important to be well equipped. 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