Mont Lénigo

This artificial mound, made up of deposits of stone and sand, takes its name from "Leni goz", which means "small ponds" in Breton, in memory of the marshy areas that existed here before the quays were built. At the top of the hill, a semaphore mast was installed in the 19th century to indicate the height of the tide. At the other end of the hill was an artillery magazine overlooking the Place d'Armes, which was surrounded by a small rampart. These defences were demolished around 1880, making way for a much-appreciated promenade, with an unrestricted view of the harbour entrance from the belvedere. The walk continues along the estacade and then onto the Tréhic jetty.