From Cap Fréhel to Mont‑Saint‑Michel Bay

Saint-Cast-le-Guildo and the surrounding area by the sea

Did you wake up early? Appreciate the morning calm and take a walk to Pointe de la Garde. It’s like being on the edge of the world, with an amazing view of the port, the Ebihens archipelago, Saint-Jacut-de-la-Mer, etc. With large and beautiful beaches, secret coves and islands, Saint-Cast-le-Guildo bay is a paradise for water sports. Use this day to try out a catamaran, windsurf or paddle board. Another good idea: a boat trip. Set sail to Cap Fréhel and Fort la Latte on board a rigid-hulled inflatable boat, or on the Dragous, a replica of a 19th-century sailing trawler. Thrills and emotions guaranteed! At the end of the afternoon, take the bus to Lancieux (Breizhgo, line 14).

From Lancieux to Dinard

Starting point: Saint-Sieu beach in Lancieux

Arrival: Écluse beach in Dinard

Make sure you have a good breakfast! It will be a five or six-hour walk to Dinard. All along the way, you’ll go from points to rocky headlands. Your efforts will be rewarded with 80° views all along the coast: from Cap Fréhel to Saint-Malo. It’s no surprise that Picasso or Renoir chose to set up their easels here! You’ll meander along the GR® 34 roughly 40 m above the sea… Go down to Saint-Enogat beach and take the parapet walk at the bottom of the Belle Epoque villas in Dinard. From the bottom, they look even more impressive. In the distance, you can see striped blue and white tents. They belong to Écluse beach. You’ve arrived!

Sunset kayak 

You saw them overlooking the coastal path, now admire the villas of Dinard from a kayak. As the sun sets, the painting is truly magical! This sunset trip is also possible on SUP with Balade kayak 35.

From Dinard to Saint-Coulomb, via Saint-Malo

Starting point: Promenade du Clair de Lune in Dinard

Arrival: Guimorais beach in Saint-Coulomb

Meet on Promenade du Clair de Lune in Dinard. Your day starts by taking a sea bus to Saint-Malo. Warm up your legs on the ramparts of the privateer city, in the narrow streets inside the city walls, on Sillon beach, etc. Take a detour through the seaside resorts of Courtoisville, Paramé and Rothéneuf. From here, you can get to Pointe de la Varde: an ultra-wild area of nature and one of the most beautiful views of Saint-Malo and the bay. Stay on the signposted track to avoid disturbing the wildlife. After Rotheneuf, move from bays to dykes and small tracks to Guimorais beach in Saint Coulomb. If the tide is low and you’ve still got some energy, make a tour of Guesclin island.

Put on your boots and put on your pirate’s hat!  

Hop on board the mythical privateer frigate, L’Etoile du Roy. Moored at the bottom of the Saint-Malo ramparts, this traditional sailing boat is one of the largest in France and a real floating museum. You’ll be able to dream of many an adventure on its deck!

From Saint-Coulomb to Cancale

Starting point: Guimorais beach in Saint-Coulomb

Arrival: Port-Mer in Cancale

Nature lovers, you’ll be in your elements. This section of the GR34® offers a special meeting with landscapes that are a wild as they are sensitive! Remember to pack up your picnic (zero waste), and let’s go. Your first wonderful impression will be Pointe du Meinga, between high moors and low grass. The rocky spur you can see in the distance is Pointe du Grouin. Yes, you’re going there! But first, walk under the escort of European shags and  black-backed gulls, between dunes and pools, from sandy coves to cliffs sculpted by the waves. Your calves might sear a bit, but enjoy the peace and quiet and the wonderful feeling of freedom! When you arrive, take a well-earned rest on the lovely Port-Mer beach before reaching your accommodation in the centre of Cancale by taxi.

Dolphin spotting

A handy hint? Book in advance an outing with the naturalist association Al Lark, leaving from Port-Mer in Cancale, and, if they’re willing, get close to the common bottlenose dolphins in Mont-Saint-Michel bay. It’s always a magical encounter!

From Cancale to Dol de Bretagne, via Hirel

Starting point: Cancale harbour

Arrival: Dol-de-Bretagne

First take time to stroll around Houle harbour in Cancale. At the end, near the lighthouse, taste the famous local oysters. You can eat them at any time of day, even in the morning. Your taxi is here to take you to Hirel. Enjoy the fresh air on this 7 km coastline. Tighten your shoelaces, this is where you leave to reach Dol-de-Bretagne via the land. It’s a two-hour walk, but there’s a nice climb to reach the summit of Mont-Dol. At 65 m altitude, the view of Mont Saint-Michel Bay is worth the detour! At the bottom of Espérance chapel, catch your breath quietly…

Speed up in a land sail

The wind comes off the ocean, making it ideal to try out land sailing on the large Hirel beach (remember to book). Thrills guaranteed! The condition’s aren’t right? In Cancale, opt for a kayak, SUP or old sailing ship outing.