Ploubalay walks

Starting from the centre of Ploubalay, this walk will take you through fields and woodland to the pretty hamlet of La Ruais with its wash house pond, a haven for frogs. You will then reach the left bank of the Frémur, a small coastal river that marks the boundary between the departments of Ille-et-Vilaine and Côtes-d’Armor, and which feeds the Bois Joli dam. At the entrance to Ploubalay, another (well-preserved) wash house is still supplied with running water diverted from another small coastal river, the Floubalay.

In a bucolic setting, follow the course of the Ru Le Floubalay, which flows into the polders of the Bay of Beaussais-sur-Mer. In Ville-ès-Prêtres, see the sculpture at the foot of the Ferme du Maris: "À l'abri dans le Marais"(Sheltered in the Marsh). It symbolises the work undertaken to regulate the devastating effects of the tides on this submersible area.

This route takes you along the Floubalay Stream through the woodland. After passing through a few villages, you arrive at Baie de la Beaussais, with Saint-Jacut-de-la-Mer and Île des Hébihens on the opposite bank. You will pass by Manoir de Bel-Être and Tour de Brenan. The second part of the walk takes you through the Ploubalay countryside before returning to the stream.

Located 5 km from Dinard, this route – which is easily suitable for families – runs along the western bank of the Bois Joli Dam reservoir. The route starts at the foot of a concrete embankment fitted with an eel ladder; the reservoir is a popular spot for anglers.After following the lower reaches of the Frémur, the route winds through the Breton bocage, passing through the pretty hamlet of La Ruais and its wash house. You then return to the riverbanks, against which the massive dam stands out. The idyllic path follows the contours of the reservoir.

It is the morning light that reveals the full charm of Lancieux Bay, with its panoramic view of the Îles des Ebihens and the east coast of Saint-Jacut-de-la-Mer, as you walk along the lively beaches of Saint-Sieu and Les Briantais. The coastal path (GR® 34) overlooks the rocky shore, leading to the highest point on the coast at Tertre de Cordieu. The return journey takes you beneath a canopy of greenery that covers the Chemin des Poissonniers.

The megaliths you will encounter along the way – menhirs, dolmens and covered passageways – were erected by our distant ancestors during the Neolithic period, some 3,000 years before our era. As such, they could be better showcased. This is an easy walk suitable for families in spring or autumn; much of it follows roads running alongside farmland. The route is signposted with yellow and/or blue markers.

Ce circuit du littoral emprunte le GR® 34. Il permet la découverte des anciens chemins des douaniers et offre un point de vue exceptionnel, de l’embouchure de la Rivière du Frémur jusqu’au Cap Fréhel.

The Frémur estuary has two different aspects: the right bank is lined with mudflats and polders, which provide refuge for many species of birds during migration. The path is lined with hedges and undergrowth, providing a cool environment for walking. The left bank is sandy, ideal for beach games in summer. It is also where boats moor. There is a beautiful view of the Roche-Good tide mill, nestled at the end of the estuary.

The Pointe du Chevet tour is easy to do and offers two types of coastline. On the west side: a wild coastline opening onto the Baie de l'Arguenon and the Hébihens archipelago that extends beyond it. On the east side: the Bay of Lancieux: the polders and small ports of La Houlle Causseul and Le Châtelet. The coastline of Saint-Jacut-de-le-Mer is bordered by 11 beaches, which you can discover by straying from the suggested route, which follows theGR® 34 to (8).

A beautiful walk between land and island, possible at low tide, towards the Hébihens archipelago. The Hébihens Islands are a private island that extends the Saint-Jacut-de-la-Mer peninsula. This is an opportunity to discover magnificent beaches and a protected natural site with wild seascapes. Before setting off, check the tide times and coefficients to see if the crossing is possible.

The Pleurtuit ponds, fed by the Frémur, are a delight for anglers and stretch out in deep meanders through peaceful countryside, just a few kilometres from the Dinard-Saint Malo conurbation. They provide the drinking water supply for the entire urban area thanks to the Bois Joli dam, which was filled in 1992 The path marked in yellow circles the area; it can be accessed from various starting points, including the hamlet of Les Rues.

Between Saint-Malo and Cap Fréhel, land and sea alternate between headlands and bays, offering walkers countless opportunities to explore the coastline. At the mouth of the Frémur, the village of Saint Briac occupies a well-sheltered spot where the coastline offers some of the rare south-facing beaches of the Côtes d'Armor. With unspoilt headlands, a few islands dotting the horizon, pretty holiday resorts and a seaside golf course, this is a very pleasant setting to take a stroll!

From Bechay or Béchet Beach to Saint-Lunaire via Dinard Golf Course. The outward journey follows the coast, along customs paths and part ofthe GR® 34; return via the boulevards with their maritime names, along departmental roads lined with beautiful granite houses. The three headlands encountered along the route are Pointe de la Haye, Pointe de la Garde Guérin and Pointe du Décollé. Magnificent views of the Breton coast.

Discover a magical aber and hike through the valley from the estuary to the coast.Its name ‘ar’ ‘gwen’ ‘on’ (or the white river) comes from the fact that at high tide, its bed fills with a mysterious natural foam caused by the mixing of fresh and salt water at its mouth: nature in all its diversity.

Hike along the coastal path and inland at Saint-Jacut-de-la-Mer with magnificent landscapes. If the tide is low, discover the Pointe du Chevet with its islets.

The upper reaches of the Frémur flow at the bottom of a lush green valley where, from a mere trickle, it transforms into a pretty river that feeds the Bois Joli dam, which serves as the water reservoir for the Dinard conurbation.The path descends to the valley floor, then climbs to form a balcony overlooking the valley, offering lovely views.The setting is peaceful, with its meadows, shaded paths and the golf course, just a few kilometres from Dinard.

A superb hike, half by the sea and blue, half in the countryside and green. It is best to start at low tide or when the tide is going out. This is an opportunity to cross the Grande Plage de Saint-Lunaire, which is largely exposed at low tide, then climb up to Pointe du Décollé and admire the entire Côte d'Émeraude, from Cap Fréhel to Saint-Malo and Cézembre. Why not stop for a picnic? On the sea side, you can also discover the magnificent Longchamp Beach, which is immense at low tide and much smaller at high tide. This is also an opportunity to explore the south of Saint-Lunaire, where the countryside is just as beautiful, with its sunken lanes, gardens and old Breton houses. The walk ends at the Vallée de l'Amitié, where you can stroll along the Crévelin river for almost a kilometre in the shade of oak trees.

A fantastic walk overlooking a multitude of beaches and coves via theGR®34. Most of the route follows a coastal path with a few sections of moderate difficulty. Return via a very pleasant little country road. Please note: at Pointe du Moulinet and Port-Blanc, the path may be inaccessible at high tide.

Between the Arguenon and the Guébriand, you’ll discover the banks of an estuary, a windmill, small villages that have retained all their charm, a chapel, an old church, its calvary and its yew tree. Castles hidden away in lush greenery will emerge as you round a bend in the woods.

You will start by winding your way through the Dinard countryside to reach the sea. Take the customs officers' path, the Clair de Lune promenade, and discover the many islets of the Bay of Saint-Malo. You can also explore the Goule aux Fées cave, where the Lumière brothers took their first photographs in 1877.

Jutting out into the Rance estuary, Pointe de Cancaval offers beautiful views of the right bank: from Saint-Servan to Saint-Malo, the dam and the moorings dotted along the coast. During the walk, you will notice La Malouinière de Montmarin and its remarkable garden, which is one of the most beautiful private residences, and two tidal mill sites that bear witness to the industrial past linked to the tidal range.

Legend has it that fairies, who were supposed to deliver these stones to Mont Saint-Michel but were too tired, abandoned them here in the Champ des Roches, where the druids used to gather.Sixty-five menhirs dating from 2000 BC are gathered here, forming Brittany’sthird-largest megalithic site, which has been a listed site since 1887.The site has been planted with 60 different species of oak.

The environment we are taking you to is no longer the one that Thomas Edward Lawrence, known as Lawrence of Arabia, explored by bicycle. But although urbanisation has developed considerably, the charm of the Emerald Coast remains. Let's head to the village of Saint-Énogat, the birthplace of the tourist town of Dinard, and take the coastal path around the two headlands that frame it: Pointe de la Malouine and Pointe du Moulinet.

The route takes you along the banks of the Rance between La Richardais and the hamlet of Créhen, via the Pointe de Gronget. The Pointe de Cancaval offers a beautiful view of the Rance, the dam of the same name and the town of Alet towards Saint-Malo.

Walk around the village of La Richardais. You start on the banks of the Rance, on the foreshore at La Richardais harbour, near an old tide mill at Pointe de Cancaval. Return via the most inland route possible, following paths through the woodland.

The Rance once had many tide mills on its banks. Today, with the passage of time, erosion and lack of maintenance, little remains. This circuit allows you to discover the coastline, countryside, coastal path, remains of the Montmarin mills, the new mill and the dam that uses the movements of the tides for its tidal power plant.

Walking along the Chemin de Ronde between the dam and the pier, you will enjoy various panoramic views of Saint-Servan-sur-Mer and then Saint-Malo. A short boat trip will take you to an outer basin of the port of Saint-Malo. Continue on to the Cité d'Aleth, the Solidor Tower and the Rosais to complete this tour by crossing the dam.

Vauban erected numerous military structures along the Breton coastline, and they are very often built on remarkable sites. Here are two notable examples: the Fort de la Cité d’Alet at the summit of the Saint-Servan peninsula, and the Fort National, which faces the Plage de l’Éventail in Saint-Malo.

On the other side of the walls, the west coast of the Saint-Servan district unfolds before walkers like a green carpet stretching from the Cité d’Aleth to Parc du Briantais. From Cale Solidor, where the tower stands elegantly, this route, dotted with green spaces, passes through a multitude of exceptional landscapes alternating between coves, parks, inlets and beaches. The Parc des Corbières trail offers, right from the start, a unique view of the Rance estuary and the town of Dinard, and allows you to discover some rather secluded beaches. Further on, the magnificent Parc du Briantais invites you to enjoy a moment of discovery and relaxation before a more urban return through the parks and gardens. Next, the Port des Sablons and the ferry terminal bear witness to the town’s importance as a port. Finally, the Cité d’Aleth opens up to you; step back in time through its history, facing the English Channel where Vauban’s forts stand out against the horizon.

The Cité d'Alet is a family-friendly walk, with an exceptional promontory, offering 270° panorama of the Cité Corsaire, the fortified rocks of La Conchée, Petit Bé, Île Harbour, Grand Bé (Chateaubriand's burial place), the Rance estuary and its dam, and Dinard and its beaches. It's also Saint-Malo birthplace, with the remains of the first human settlements.

A short 36km route. Cycle path, seaside and . Suitable for all abilities, small groups or families.

The autumn equinox tides (coefficient of 92) allow you to make a return trip from the ramparts of Saint-Malo to the Pointe de la Varde, across the foreshore and with dry feet. You walk alongside theGRP®® Tour du Pays Malouin at a distance.

We invite you to explore the three main fortified islets in the Bay of Saint-Malo: Fort du Petit Bé, Grand Bé—which houses Chateaubriand’s tomb—and Fort National. Access to these islets is only safe at low tide and when the tidal range is at least 80. Extend your exploration with a stroll along the foreshore and its wooden breakwaters, admiring the beautiful buildings and hotels lining the Sillon.Before setting off on the walk, check the day’s weather forecast.

Discover the pirate town and the personalities who played a part in its history.

From the village of Saint-Samson, make your way to the Rance at Le Petit Lyvet via the Voie Verte and the Gallo-Roman track. Take a short detour to the menhir known as ‘La Pierre Longue’: standing 8.5 metres tall, it has stood there since 2,500 to 3,000 years before our era.

Starting from the town hall in Saint-Samson-sur-Rance, set off to explore the Menhir de la Pierre Longue, a testament to the town’s rich history . Your route will then take you through the countryside and woodland, in a peaceful, unspoilt setting. As you walk, you’ll cross the Ruisseaude Coutances before reaching the Étangde Coutances, a true haven of tranquillity in the heart of nature. The route then continues round the village, offering a different perspective on Saint-Samson-sur-Rance, before returning to the starting point. This walk allows you to discover the area’s heritage, nature and rural landscapesas you make your way along the paths .