Tour of the Pays Malouin (Ille-et-Vilaine)

Starting from the ramparts of Saint-Malo, the trail follows the coastline towards Saint-Coulomb, where you will discover wild coves and hidden malouinières, jewels of 17th-century architectural heritage. The path then reaches Cancale, famous for its oyster port and its breathtaking view of the Bay of Mont-Saint-Michel. Heading inland via Saint-Méloir-des-Ondes and La Gouesnière, the landscape changes to offer a green and soothing bocage. In Saint-Père-Marc-en-Poulet, the Fort de Saint-Père bears witness to the region's military past, while Châteauneuf-d'Ille-et-Vilaine imposes its medieval silhouette. The route then joins the banks of the Rance at La Ville-ès-Nonais, revealing a preserved and maritime nature. Passing through Saint-Suliac, ranked among the most beautiful villages in France, is an enchantment with its old fishing port.

Tour of the Pays Malouin (Ille-et-Vilaine)

The Pays Malouin, pearl of Ille-et-Vilaine in Brittany, is a region deeply shaped by the ocean. Its history revolves around Saint-Malo, the illustrious corsair city protected by its majestic granite ramparts. It is from this port that famous explorers, like Jacques Cartier, set sail into the unknown. The local heritage also shines in the hinterland through the malouinières, these vast mansions built by wealthy shipowners. On the nature side, the territory offers a striking contrast, from the gentleness of the Rance estuary to the winds of the Pointe du Grouin. The Emerald Coast unfolds a wild coastline where jagged cliffs, colorful moors, and fine sandy beaches alternate. This maritime landscape is sublimated by the phenomenon of high tides, which are among the most impressive in Europe. When the sea recedes, it reveals immense stretches of sand that delight shore gatherers. These water movements make it possible to reach historic islets dry-shod, such as the Grand Bé, the tomb of Chateaubriand. The customs officers' paths that line the coast invite you to spectacular hikes as close to the waves as possible. Between maritime fortresses, ornithological reserves, and maritime traditions, the identity of this land remains deeply authentic. The Pays Malouin is thus a formidable summary of the Breton soul, strongly mixing wild nature and the breath of History.

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Distance: 103km, Maximum altitude: 54m, Minimum altitude: 3m, Total ascent: 1046m

Hiking around the Pays Malouin (Ille-et-Vilaine) 10 Nearby trails:
Tour of the Rance River (Côtes-d'Armor, Ille-et-Vilaine)
GR®22 Mont Saint-Michel Trail
GR®34 Customs officers' trail
GR®37 Heart of Brittany
GR®39 From Mont St Michel (Manche) to Hoscas (Loire-Atlantique)
GR®223 Coastline of Normandy

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Former holiday hotel with a garden along the Allier, L'Etoile Guest House is located in La Bastide-Puylaurent between Lozere, Ardeche, and the Cevennes in the mountains of Southern France. At the crossroads of GR®7, GR®70 Stevenson Path, GR®72, GR®700 Regordane Way, GR®470 Allier River springs and gorges, GRP® Cevenol, Ardechoise Mountains, Margeride. Numerous loop trails for hiking and one-day biking excursions. Ideal for a relaxing and hiking getaway.