Pontrieux

Pontrieux is a commune situated at the Trieux estuary, with buildings of different periods distributed along the waterways and throughout its streets. The town preserves structures from its working past, showing you how the place functioned and what daily life looked like across generations.

Until the 19th century, this commune functioned as a river crossing point and trading hub for the wider region before its importance shifted elsewhere. That era as a transport and commerce center shaped the layout and character you see today.

The washhouses scattered along the waterways are central to how people experience this town, serving as gathering spots that connect visitors to its working past. You notice them as you walk, each one telling you something about how life once flowed through this place.

Visitors can walk easily along the water and explore the boat facilities that reveal how work and movement happened on the river. Train connections make it straightforward to reach the place and include it in your travels.

Despite sitting far from the coast, tidal changes affect the water level here and create noticeable shifts throughout the day. This connection to the sea works much stronger and farther inland than most people expect.

Location: canton of Pontrieux

Location: Côtes-d'Armor

Location: arrondissement of Guingamp

Industry: administration publique générale

Shares border with: Ploëzal, Plouëc-du-Trieux, Quemper-Guézennec, Saint-Clet

Address: 34 Rue du Port, 22260 Pontrieux, France

Phone: +33296956031

Email: ville-de-pontrieux@wanadoo.fr

Website: https://pontrieux.bzh

GPS coordinates: 48.69833,-3.15944

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:57