Val sans Retour & Arbre d'Or
Val sans Retour
A legendary valley where the fairy Morgan trapped unfaithful knights. A golden chestnut tree, erected after a forest fire, is the forest's most photogenic sight.
Val sans Retour is located near Tréhorenteuc in the southwest of the forest. According to legend, the fairy Morgan cast a spell here to trap unfaithful lovers, and only Lancelot could break it. The circular trail around the valley is about 4 km long and features shale cliffs, the Fairy's Mirror lake, and viewing points. After the forest fire of 1990, the artist François Davant covered a charred chestnut tree in gold leaf to create the 'Golden Tree,' a symbol of rebirth. Entry is free. The parking area is on the Tréhorenteuc side. The hike takes about 1.5 to 2 hours, so wear non-slip shoes.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Château de Trécesson
- Fontaine de Barenton
- Paimpont Abbey & Lake
- Brocéliande Forest (Forêt de Paimpont)
- Château de Comper (Centre de l'Imaginaire Arthurien)
- Tombeau de Merlin
- Bécherel, Cité du Livre
- Portes Mordelaises