A cycling week-end in Brittany between Rennes and Saint-Malo
This bike route follows safe, green paths to the charming cities of Saint-Malo, Dinard and Rennes.
- Brittany
- 4 day(s)
- Easy
- ~ 36 km/day
- Itinerant
From Rennes to Saint-Malo through Dinard
This three-day tour gives you a chance to relax, clear your mind and feel revigorated by enjoying beautiful scenery while getting exercise.
We hope you return home feeling ready to conquer your world! This bike tour through the scenic and historical area of Brittany gives you plenty of opportunity to enjoy many attractions. The route follows safe, designated bike paths along winding roads in the countryside. Discover the picturesque towns of Saint-Malo, Dinard and Rennes while snacking on crepes and freshly squeezed apple cider.
Program
Free time of arrival in Rennes, check-in at your accommodation during reception hours.
The lively and active capital of Brittany welcomes you. Stroll along the Ille and Vilaine rivers, discover this lively city whose architecture mixes styles and eras. Immerse yourself in the heart of Brittany by tasting galettes and crêpes on a sunny terrace.
- 45 km
- + 112 m
You follow the quays to the Ille et Rance canal and continue your escapade by the towpaths. Don't miss the Maison du Canal, a museum that retraces the stages of its construction.
The locks, numerous and lively, will give rhythm to your bike ride.
- 38 km
- + 63 m
Continue along the canal and towpath. Take time to explore the medieval town of Lehon with its splendid Royal Abbey.
In Dinan, don’t miss taking a look at the 43 meter high "Tour de l’Horloge" which consists of both a dungeon and a bell tower.
- 25 km
- + 130 m
The greenway, a road reserved for bicycles, goes away from the canal to wind between fields and forests along an old railway.
You arrive in the heart of the seaside town of Dinard. Ride along the large villas overlooking the sea and walk on the beach among the small two-colored huts, which make the charm of Dinard before embarking for Saint-Malo.
You take a boat from Compagnie Corsaire with your bikes from Dinard to Saint-Malo. The crossing takes 10 minutes.
Accommodation
Information
Beginning of the trip
As the first day is a non-biking day, you’ll arrive at your leisure, depending on your route. Please note that rooms are usually available by mid-afternoon, depending on your accommodation. Please let us know if you are arriving late.
To get to the departure point
By plane: flight to Rennes.
By train: TGV (fast trains) from Paris Montparnasse. The duration of the trip is about 2h20. To plan your trip, www.parkopedia.fr
Car park
If you drive to Rennes, you can park your car in a secured car park located in the city center. More information on www.parkopedia.fr
To reach back the starting point
There is a train between Saint-Malo and Rennes (several train per hour, duration: 1h.) You can also depart directly in TGV from Saint-Malo.
- Brittany
- 4 day(s)
- Easy
- ~ 36 km/day
- Itinerant
Tried and tested stays!
- Experience15 years' experience in cycling to advise and satisfy you
- Tested & ApprovedThe whole team goes out into the field to design the itineraries and select the best partners (accommodation, bikes, etc.).
- Quality of serviceA dedicated customer service team available and ready to listen, from the moment you book until you return from your holiday.
- Secure paymentIndividual or fractional payment by secure means via our website
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