Between land and sea towards the chapels of Saint-Vincent and Notre-Dame des Flots

Between the land and the Emerald Coast, this protected natural area invites you to go hiking and enjoy its ever-changing panoramic views. Breathe in the air of Brittany between Saint-Malo and Saint-Coulomb for a breath of fresh air along the customs officers' path, its beaches, windy points and inland areas. Set off to explore its secret chapels and magnificent manor houses.

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
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    Distance: 6.47 km
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    Average duration: 2h 00 
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    Difficulty: Easy

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    Back to start: Yes
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    Ascent: + 52 m
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    Descent: - 54 m

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    Highest point: 35 m
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    Lowest point: 3 m

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Description of the walk

(S/E) Departure from the junction of the D201 Rothéneuf road and the road to Saint-Vincent, opposite Havre du Lupin.
Depending on the tide, choose one of two options.

- Option 1 chosen here, for a sea level that allows passage via the beach.
Access the beach via the entrance opposite the Saint-Vincent road.
Walk along the beach on the left until you reach the white house with blue shutters (GR® 34 low tide, red and white markings). Pass the beach access and launch site and head for the single lamppost. Take the concrete steps on the left and Rue de la Roche.

- Option 2, passage via the beach is not possible.
Continue along the Rotheneuf D201 road towards Saint-Malo, then take Avenue de la Guimorais.
(GR® 34 high tide variant). In the bend, pass the beach and boat launch access. When you arrive, turn right onto Chemin du Havre. Come out onto Rue de la Roche, then turn right after 50 m to reach Allée Notre Dame des Flots.

(1) Take Allée Notre-Dame des Flots, follow theGR® and pass in front of the chapel. Continue along the path, pass in front of the Benetin gate and come out onto Chemin des Rochers Sculptés.

(2) Turn left, then left again at Allée de la Pointe du Christ. Continue along the path at the bottom right and join Rue de la Roche.

(3) Go up to the right for 70 metres and turn left onto Chemin du Havre.

(4) At Rue du Havre, turn right, then left onto Rue de la Salinette. Continue along the pedestrian path beside the green space until you reach the second gravel area.

(5) Turn left at No. 19 Rue de la Natière. At the next bend, continue along the path opposite and join Impasse de la Tannerie in Ville ès Offran.

(6) At the crossroads, turn right onto the first road, passing Malouinière ès Offran. At the T-junction, turn right onto Petite Gâtinais.

(7) Go down to the left, then left again opposite the house. Continue straight ahead along the grassy path and join the road at the hamlet of Saint-Vincent.

(8) Continue to the right, pass in front of the chapel and take Chemin du Prieuré on the left. Arrive at Rue du Havre and turn left.

(9) Shortly before the top of the hill, turn right onto the pine-lined path, then right again at the next path. Continue to the junction with a cross path. Turn left to join the D201 road, Rue de La Sablière, and the GR® 34. Turn left onto Rue de La Sablière and follow it for about 150 metres towards Havre du Lupin.

(10) At the beach access point (house no. 6), there are two options depending on the tide:

- Option 1, sea level allowing passage via the beach (GR® 34 low tide).
Access the beach, walk along it on the left and exit via the next access point on the left towards the D201 road.

- Option 2, passage via the beach is not possible.
Continue along the D201 road (GR® 34 high tide alternative).
Head to the car park on the left-hand side of the road (S/E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : km 0 - alt. 14 m - Route D201 x Route C109
  2. 1 : km 0.81 - alt. 19 m - Allée Notre Dame des Flots - GR 34
  3. 2 : km 1.61 - alt. 30 m - Chemin des Rochers Sculptés (Sculpted Rocks Trail) - GR 34
  4. 3 : km 1.94 - alt. 20 m - Rue de la Roche
  5. 4 : km 2.34 - alt. 12 m - Rue du Havre - GR 34 variant at high tide
  6. 5 : km 2.7 - alt. 14 m - Rue de la Natière.
  7. 6 : km 3.59 - alt. 23 m - La Ville ès Offrant.
  8. 7 : km 4.12 - alt. 31 m - La Petite Gâtinais.
  9. 8 : km 4.63 - alt. 33 m - Route de Saint-Vincent.
  10. 9 : km 5.03 - alt. 35 m - Rue du Havre.
  11. 10 : km 6 - alt. 13 m - Beach access via Rue la Sablière - GR 34
  12. S/E : km 6.47 - alt. 14 m - Route D201 x Route C109

Notes

Parking at Havre du Lupin. Parking along the Rothéneuf road between the tennis court and the crossroads with the road to Saint-Vincent (in the direction of Saint-Coulomb).
Another parking option is the car park in front of the Îlots motorhome area on Avenue de La Guimorais. In this case, leave from the beach side at low tide or from point (4) towards point (1) at high tide.
Îlots motorhome area at Havre du Lupin.
Bus line between Saint-Malo and Cancale.

Worth a visit

Manoir de Limoëlou, Jacques Cartier museum.
Saint-Vincent Chapel.
Notre-Dame des Flots Chapel.
The sculpted rocks of L'Abbé Fouré.
Île Besnard.
Pointe du Christ.
Saint-Michel Church in Rothéneuf.

Always be cautious and plan ahead when you're outdoors. Visorando and the author of this route cannot be held responsible for any accidents occurring on this route.

The GR® and PR® markings are the intellectual property of the Fédération Française de Randonnée Pédestre.

Reviews and comments

4.9 / 5
Based on 5 reviews

Reliability of the description
4.8 / 5
Ease of following the route
5 / 5
Route interest
4.8 / 5
waiwaite
waiwaite

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Dec 30, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A very beautiful hike. The good weather allowed us to fully appreciate the alternation between beach, countryside and beautiful residences. We set off from the beach. The tide was quite high, but there were enough sandbars to allow us to scramble like children across the rocks. Not serious, but so much more fun.
St Vincent's Chapel was open and very charming.
In short, a great success, thanks to the author.

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Marion VR
Marion VR ★

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : May 06, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A superb short hike with varied landscapes that are truly delightful to explore. No particular difficulty. Thank you for this route.

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dechambre
dechambre

Hello hubertmaurel,

Thank you for commenting and enjoying this hike.
Enjoy your hikes in Brittany and elsewhere.

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dechambre
dechambre

Hello Marie Annick Guillaume,

Thank you for browsing and commenting on this route, which was recently posted online.
It is indeed possible to reach the Chapel of St Vincent more quickly.
Having travelled it in early August, I encountered a lot of traffic, which is why I went via La Gâtinais.
Have a great end to the summer.

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hubertmaurel
hubertmaurel

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 04, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

An interesting route because it is, in turn, urban, coastal and rural.

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Marie Annick Guillaume
Marie Annick Guillaume

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 21, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A magnificent hike between land and sea, with beautiful houses along the way and no difficulty on the route.
At one point, I took a detour to visit Saint Vincent Chapel. We were able to visit it. Magnificent Emerald Coast.

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Marie Annick Guillaume
Marie Annick Guillaume

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 21, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A magnificent hike between land, sea and historic houses. No difficulty along the route.
At one point, I took a detour to visit Saint Vincent Chapel, which we were able to explore.

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