If you’re interested in Gothic and Romanesque architecture, then this impressive example is a rare treat, attracting visitors of all ages and interests. Standing proudly in the centre of the city, it was once the seat of the Bishop of St Malo.
Fort National
This imposing fortress stands sentinel above a maze of subterranean walkways and chambers. You’ll be able to tread its ancient ramparts and see St Malo from
a new perspective.
Ile du Grande Bé
Getting out to this rocky islet involves a well-timed walk at low tide. The tides move quickly and you could find yourself stranded for six hours, so choose your moment carefully!
Memorial 39 - 45
Telling the story of St Malo under German occupation during WWII. Guided tours are available through the day, and you’ll have the chance to see restored German bunkers.
Plage de Bon Secours
An expansive seawater pool – Piscine de Bon - dominates this popular, large beach. The pool is perfect for high tide swims and there’s also a nearby yacht club for sailing fans.
Plage du Mole
Although a relatively small beach, Plage du Mole is hugely popular during spring and summer months. It’s the most southerly of St Malo’s beaches and offers plenty of shelter along with wonderful scenery.
Savour St Malo
From classic French fayre to sumptuous seafood, you’ll find fantastic food to suit every budget.
Shop ‘til you drop
Madeleine Shopping Centre is one of the best shopping centres in the Côte d’Emeraude.
The Grand Aquarium
Come close to a whole manner of marine life, from crabs to piranhas, to barracuda, rays and sharks. You can even enjoy a breath-taking walk through the underwater viewing tunnel.
The Walled City
The city’s streets are flanked by characterful homes, unique boutique shops, charming cafes, restaurants and bars.
Beaches
Fort National
This imposing fortress stands above a maze of subterranean walkways and chambers. Guided tours offer the best way to take it all in.
Grande Plage
This is St.Malo’s main sandy beach. It is a popular choice amongst visitors who choose to stay outside the walls of the city.
Ile du Grande Bé
The main reason tourists make the walk to Grand Bé is to see the
resting place of St-Malo's famous son, the French politician and romantic writer, Chateaubriand.
Petit Bé
Beyond Grand Bé is the smaller island of Petit Bé which is still
accessible by foot at low tide.
The well-preserved Fort du Petit Bé, dating back to the reign of Louis XIV, was recently opened to visitors and contains cannons and an exhibition on tides.
Plage de Bon Sécours
An expansive seawater pool – Piscine de Bon Sécours –
dominates this popular large beach. The pool is perfect for high tide swims and sailing a yacht.
Plage de l'Eventail
Outside the northern walls of St-Malo is the Plage de l'Eventail which is the rockiest of the Old Town's three beaches. It links up with the Grande Plage at Fort National.
Plage du Môle
Couched between the Môles de Noires jetty and the Bastion de La Hollande, this fairly small beach is well sheltered and scenic and is hugely popular during the summer months.