St. Malo France is a charming coastal city located in the Brittany region of France. St. Malo is a must-visit destination for any traveler, known for its stunning beaches, historic architecture, and delicious seafood. The city’s old town, surrounded by ancient walls, is a sight to behold with its cobbled streets and beautiful buildings. Take a stroll along the promenade and enjoy the view of the sea and the nearby islands. For a unique experience, visit the tide-dependent island of Mont Saint-Michel, a UNESCO World Heritage site just a short drive away.
Intra-Muros, the ancient walled town, forms the heart of St Malo where the stunning Gothic and Romanesque Cathédrale de St Malo dominates the skyline. Walking along its ramparts, visitors can see spectacular views of the town and harbor, including the islands and forts scattered out at sea.
The pretty islands of Le Grand Bé and Le Petit Bé can be visited on foot at low tide, with the Fort National reachable on foot from St Malo’s longest beach, the Grande Plage. If you enjoy hiking, the GR34 coastal path travels right around the Emerald Coast and extends across most of Brittany’s coast from Mont St Michel to Le Tour-du-Parc.
Just outside of the city is the town of St Servan where the imposing Tour Solidor contains a museum dedicated to the French sailors who first negotiated Cape Horn. The Grand Aquarium is home to the Shark’s Ring, an immense tank containing 3-metre-long sharks, and the Nautibus submersible which is also not to be missed.
Travel a little further out from the town into the surrounding countryside and you’ll find the Malouinières, the mansions of the shipbuilders and corsairs who made the town rich and famous in the 18th century.
With so many crêperies in the town, you’ll be sure to find somewhere to try Brittany’s famous galettes, savoury pancakes made with buckwheat and filled with ham, sausage, cheese, scallops and whatever you else might choose, as well as the sweet crêpes. Thin and crispy gavottes covered in chocolate and caramel au beurre salé are also popular tasty treats. Don’t forget to try some locally brewed cidre!