In 1944, during World War II, the Allies heavily bombed Saint-Malo. The city became a popular tourist centre, with a ferry terminal serving the Channel Islands of Jersey and Guernsey, as well as the …

Saint-Malo, originally built as a walled citadel guarding the mouth of the Rance river, was for centuries home to feared pirates. They’ve all gone to Davy Jones’ Locker, though, and now it’s Brittany’s most …

Jan 26, 2020 · Lets explore the best things to do in Saint-Malo: 1. Saint-Malo Walls. The ramparts protect the entirety of the old part of Saint-Malo and from a circuit of 1.75 kilometres. They were …

Saint-Malo is on the north-eastern coast of Brittany, near the border with Normandy. The town is perhaps best known as a major arrival point for ferries from the UK to France, but it is also a very …

It is situated on the English Channel and on the right bank of the estuary of the Rance River. The old walled city stands on a granite islet that is joined to the mainland by an ancient causeway and by an …

Built on a rock standing in a naturally defensive position at the mouth of the River Rance, Saint Malo is a city whose roots go back to before Roman times. Today's city got its name from a monk from …

Jul 7, 2025 · Located on the northern coast of Brittany, Saint Malo is a fortified seaside town steeped in maritime history. Once home to privateers—pirates authorized by the French crown—this walled city …

Saint-Malo, located in the Brittany region, is a walled coastal city known for its striking views, lively harbor, and dramatic tides. Walking along the ramparts offers sweeping panoramas of the sea, …

Sep 4, 2025 · The history of the fortified city of Saint-Malo is woven through escape from religious persecution to seafaring adventures. As the gateway to Brittany, Saint-Malo can easily be bypassed …

Jul 5, 2023 · We didn’t know what to expect when we pulled into the charming and historic town of Saint-Malo. This French port town is located in Brittany on the English Channel coast and is probably one …