Grand Plage
Saint-Malo's main beach stretching below the ramparts, with some of the most dramatic tides in Europe. Free access and unforgettable at low tide when you can walk to Fort National across the sand.
Fortress in Saint-Malo
Fort National
A 17th-century granite fortress on a tidal island, accessible on foot at low tide. The walk across the exposed seabed is free; a small entry fee applies for the fort interior.
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Before you go
- Address
- Porte Saint Thomas, 35400 Saint-Malo
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Other places worth the walk, and what each one costs.
Intra-Muros Old Town
The walled city rebuilt after World War II with narrow granite streets, creperies, and corsair history. Free to wander, it captures the privateering spirit that made Saint-Malo one of Brittany's wealthiest ports.
Saint-Malo Ramparts
A complete circuit of granite walls encircling the old walled city, walkable for free at any time. The 1.7-kilometer loop offers views over the harbor, the beaches, and the offshore islands.
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