(Last Update: 02.03.2024) In this article -again- we present to you One of the most impressive places you can see in France one Saint MaloI want to introduce . After reading this article about Saint Malo, which I have visited four times so far and was equally fascinated all four times, I am sure that you will add this beautiful city, which is also an impressive place, to your list of places to visit.
About 400 kilometers west of ParisSaint Malo (located on the English Channel coast)you malô) Bretagne (known as Bretonnia in Turkish)broutine or bğötayn) is one of the most beautiful cities in the region, and I can even say that it is the most beautiful city. Of course, there are many beauties in terms of villages and towns, but in my opinion, this place is much more impressive in terms of its size and holistic preservation. theoretically by car You can reach it in 4 hours It is foreseen, but this period may sometimes be extended depending on the traffic situation.
Although on your trip to Paris to meet the sea and the seagulls The most beautiful coastal towns you can visit Deauville & Trouville, Honfleur or Etretat But the reason you go to Saint Malo is, first of all, the places on the road. magnificent monastery island The Mont Saint MichelIt will be to see. Afterwards, we will visit this beauty right next to it. crème de la crème let it be…
The most impressive feature of Saint Malo in my opinion The historical city center is surrounded by walls and almost all of these walls can be visited on foot. This is such a wonderful track that I made sure to take a full tour every time I went. Have you ever climbed the stairs from any part of the historical city and reached this walking path? While saying "let me see here, let me see here too", you realize that you have visited the entire city in one fell swoop. The first thing that comes to my mind as I walk on the walls is, many years ago, the magnificent coastal town of Croatia. DubrovnikThe first time I went to Istanbul was the day I walked around the historical center on the walls surrounding it... These walls are many times longer than those in Dubrovnik... Oh, I wish we could walk from one end to the other on the walls of Istanbul...
One in Saint Malo sunset It's incredible... There's nothing better than climbing on the walls and watching the sunset despite all the wind (and sometimes the cold). Though Normandy on the side Deauville & Trouville, Honfleur or Etretat It is very nice to watch the sunset in towns like , but the fascinating thing about watching from Saint Malo is the walls you are on. Of course, the sun setting directly into the sea is not always visible from everywhere, but we were lucky every time, every time we went. sink the sun into the sea we did it. But sometimes there are such storms here that the waves of the English Channel hit the exteriors of the buildings and seem as if they are going to swallow the houses. Although that view is also fascinating, it would probably be more enjoyable to wander around Saint Malo in nice weather :)
Reaching Saint Malo from Paris Of course, the ideal thing to do is to go with your own vehicle. The road is very enjoyable and there are many places to see and stop along the way. Again public transport If you want to go with then train I think it's the best. in paris Montparnasse Train StationAll you have to do is go to , get on your beautiful train. your train ticket, TCDD of France one SNCFFrom the official website of that already has a high-level character.
If you choose a direct train, you will be more comfortable and TGV Approximately with trains in 3 hours you get here. Even if you go with a transfer Rennes You have to change trains in the city and this will cost you about half an hour. If you organize your schedule well, you can even take a trip to Saint Malo, going in the morning and returning in the evening, but you can also The Mont Saint MichelYou will see . That's why it would be better to plan a trip of at least two or three days.
Of course also intercity bus There is an option, but I have never gone to Saint Malo by train or bus, I have always driven my own car. Therefore, it would be beneficial for everyone if you share your experiences with us in the comments section. Of course high tolls It hurts a lot until you reach the Bretagne region to which Saint Malo belongs; You pay about 30-40 euros round trip, but Once you enter Brittany, the highways are free!
If you come to Saint Malo by train, the station building is near the historical city center. If you walk straight across when you leave the station, after a while you will reach the historical walls and enter the city through the first door you find. When you arrive by car, be sure to bring your car paid parking lots You need to let go. It is very difficult to find a parking space within the city walls, but because we were lucky, we always found a place here :) Once inside the walls, it is free to get lost... Go wherever you want, turn from the street you want, enter or exit wherever you want, after all, everywhere is beautiful. Again, beautiful streets, buildings, cafes, restaurants, boutiques, art galleries, religious buildings, houses; In other words, everything you need to make life beautiful has been carefully crafted and is waiting for you with all the criteria of being a city. Seeing the seagulls flying over the high city walls and, if it's your lucky day, the blue sky is heartwarming. Of course, in terms of climate, you have to be really lucky as the Bretagne Region is a place with abundant rainfall, just like the Black Sea Region. When you come across nice weather, it is delicious.
Eating and drinking about You must eat here I won't say; Sit down and eat your fill at the first place you see; Your eyes and your heart will be satisfied anyway. The waiters here are much warmer and more friendly than in Paris. Food is already delicious even in the most remote village of France. One of the interesting places that I recommend to you l'Encrier It's a very cute bar. There are mostly drinks and snacks here, but for example, when we went, the kitchen was closed, and when we wanted fries, they said we could buy them from the shop next door and eat them, which is impossible for Paris. What Will Happen to You in Cafes and Restaurants in Paris? Those who read my article will understand better what I mean :)
Our first visit to Saint Malo was on an evening in July 2011 and we stayed in a hotel within the city walls. I don't remember exactly which hotel it was, but the city walls were quite deserted in the evening, and the streets became lively from the next day in the morning... I think our second visit was a road trip, but our third visit was in April 2017 for a sunny and beautiful long weekend holiday. Our fourth and last visit was in June 2020. I always came across beautiful weather and loved Saint Malo more and more each time I went, and I recommend it to you too...
the English Channel Like many places on the coast One of the most impressive features of Saint Malo, you will enjoy watching tide incident. You see, there are cliffs below, there is a beach, people are walking and strolling; Next thing you know, the sea has risen and there is water everywhere... This is a really interesting sight. affiliated with Brittany This video I shot in Locquirec If you watch it, you will understand better what I mean.
Of course, it is impossible to talk about a seaside settlement in France and not focus on seafood on the table; plenty here too shellfish You can eat at a very affordable price (of course, affordable compared to Paris). Since I'm not very good with seafood, I eat the most in this region. krep rather crazy I prefer to eat. My favorite creperie in Paris Creperie de Josselin As I mentioned in my article crepe sugary, cake It is called the salty one. Me too oeuf-fromage I mean, I love egg and cheese galette. You can eat anywhere you want in Saint Malo, but I think the most beautiful place in terms of view is the place whose photo you see above. Unfortunately, every time we passed by it was full and there was a queue; I wasn't in the mood to wait in line, so I couldn't try this place, but if anyone has tried it, please share your thoughts with us.
On my third visit to Saint Malo, I learned that this is a place for travelers exploring Canada. Jaques cartierIt was the first point of departure of the French where . When I learned this information at sunset, just as the sun was sending to the Canadian side, my friends living there Fatih ve SeaI sent a message to , and told them that I was sending them off to a very nice day from the shores of Saint Malo. Life is strange, I could be living in Canada right now; Of course, in Toronto... How I once said to Fatih, who suggested us to live in Montreal when we got a Canadian residence and work permit: “Montreal is not possible, I will live in Toronto. If two worlds came together, I would not live in a place where French was spoken.” 🙂 How would I know one day Learning French in Paris I will have to 🙂
The moment you leave the historical city center in Saint Malo, it seems to me that we have arrived somewhere else, but it can still be nice to explore the surroundings. There is a large and not very beautiful harbor in the area between the city center and the station, but the marina looks quite stylish and beautiful. When you face the sea, there is an endless beach on the right side, unless the sea has risen due to the tide... On the left side, although it is not very close. Dinard (lunch or dinagThere is a small but cute seaside town called ) and if you have time, I recommend you to see that side.
Dinard is actually the other cape on the left side of Saint Malo, but you have to draw a 10-kilometer arc to reach it by car. If you go in the morning on Saturdays, the local market is held here and there is a very cute atmosphere. On our first trip to the area in July 2011 Dinan While trying to find a great place, I made a spelling mistake. DinardWe went to it by mistake and found it very boring, but when we went there in April 2017, it looked very nice. We couldn't slow down and continued on our way. saint lunaireWe progressed to .
saint lunaire again a lot in one nose pretty It is a residential area, there is a very nice restaurant and a very nice creperie at the far end. If you go all the way to that end, you can rest your head and eat pancakes with pleasure in a very peaceful place; If I say crepe, of course you should choose galette, otherwise if you want to eat it for dessert, you should of course choose crepe. Of course, there are many beautiful villages and towns along the way, but if I tried to tell them all, it would be in Paris.Net Main Britannicareturns to 🙂
We on our holiday in 2020 LocquirecWe spent a week in a house in , it was unforgettable. RoscoffI saw it twice, but I was more fascinated the first time. Then if you go inwards Locronan, cobbles and historic backdrops There is a place called, how beautiful, how beautiful. If you go further west Brest You'll come across one of the places in France that I don't like very much, to be honest. Pointe you Raz It was very enjoyable to go to the lighthouse named. As you go south Quimper wonderful, Concarneau, the walled town It is a different beauty. Especially Pont Aven… As you can see, it is necessary to prepare a separate guide article about Brittany – Bretagne Region, but here it is; If I feel like doing it one day, I will do it 😉
I don't remember which hotel I stayed in during my first visit to Saint Malo, but I'm sure it will be enjoyable no matter which one you stay in. Hotel options in Saint Malo from this link you can look. If you have a car, staying inside the city walls may be a bit of a problem, but staying outside the city walls by car is also a great advantage 😉 Once, we were outside Saint Malo, The Richardais in a small village, the photo of which you see above Le Berceul a wonderful name Bed & BreakfastWe stayed in , which I can recommend with peace of mind to those who will come to this region by car; The owners are the sweetest people. We chose to stay
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We had a nice tour of Saint Malo, we were amazed at how well these walls protected this city, but I would like to give you a little more information: The historical center of Saint Malo is not 200-300 years old as it is thought, but II. It dates back to after World War II; Because Germans II. They bombed Saint Malo during World War II and the city suffered great damage. The French also rebuilt the city in accordance with its original form after the war.… This is truly incredible. Both the brutality of the war and the efforts, care and labor shown while healing the wounds after the war... Although Le Havre ve Brest Likewise, II. These are cities that were destroyed in World War II and then rebuilt, but they could not preserve them so well. Saint Malo is a lucky example in this respect.
I hope that one day you will have the opportunity to see Saint Malo and all the beauties around it. While you've come this far The Mont Saint Michel, Dinard ve DinanPlease don't forget to see . As I said, those who have time Rennes, Brest, Pointe you Raz, Concarneau, the walled town, Quimper, Locronan, cobbles and historic backdrops, Pont Aven, Nantes You can also visit places like. Then at least a week Brittany Tour I think you will need to do it. Of course, there are many more places to see in the area, but believe me, if you try to see them all, even a month will not be enough; Wherever you go in France, everywhere is so beautiful. Especially if you have come before and this time too A Week in Paris If you are going to visit, this place can be put on the list, 15 Days in Paris Let me tell you that if you are going to visit, you should definitely see it…
Pleasant trips, pleasant discoveries.
Web address: saint-malo-tourisme.com
Address: Saint Malo, 35400 France
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Hopefully, if nothing goes wrong, with the tips we received from you, at the end of July, we will go from Paris to St. Malo with the 07:06 train in the morning and go to Pontoros Mont St Michel with the 17:30 train in the evening. We will stay there and return to Paris the next day by 18:04 train.
Hello Mr. Mehmet, I have not been able to deal with the blog because I have been in Turkey for months with illnesses and other unpleasant issues. I see your message now, please excuse me. Even though it's late, I still wanted to write: I hope it was a nice trip. Happy Days.
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During our trip to Paris in June, we spent 1 day in Saint Malo, Dinan, Cancale and Mont s. We are planning to visit Michel. We are thinking of going and returning by TGV. If we get on early in the morning and return at night, there is enough time for the program. Frankly, I have security concerns for the night train. If you have any information or feelings about this subject, I ask you to share it.
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I think I've been back to Paris late by train, from Amsterdam and then from Lyon. I personally have never had any security concerns on trains. In fact, I have been in Paris since 2012 and I have never had any security concerns anywhere…
Of course, you should always keep your personal belongings in sight, this goes for your holidays anywhere in the world. Other than that, I don't think there is anything you need to pay attention to.
Have a nice holiday in advance.
It has a different atmosphere, the castle and the sea lifeboats are like a movie set or a section from a movie scene.
Just as you said, Saint Malo is like a movie set...