Ille-et-Vilaine Travel Guide

Brittany

A historic cathedral with two towers and a large central window.
A stone building with red windows and a moss-covered roof.
A historic building with a sign for 'Auberge du Chaudron Medieval Restaurant'.
A large stone castle with two prominent towers, a central entrance with a staircase, and a surrounding lawn.
A historic stone castle on a rocky coastline with a clear sky.

Popular cities in Ille-et-Vilaine

A coastal scene with a lighthouse, a small island with a building, and sailboats on the water.
Saint-Malo
Known for Beaches, Ferries and boats and Walking
Go on a boat trip to the Channel Islands from this port, after learning about pirates and trying oysters.

Reasons to visit

  • St. Malo Beach
  • St. Malo Citadel
  • Port of Saint-Malo
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A historic cathedral with two towers and a large central window.
Rennes
Known for Business, Universities and Festivals
Markets, museums, historical buildings and an interactive science center draw travelers to the center of this city in the serene Brittany countryside.

Reasons to visit

  • Thabor Botanic Gardens
  • Rennes Cathedral
  • Place des Lices
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A coastal town with numerous boats on the water, rocky outcrops, and a clear blue sky.
Saint-Lunaire
Known for Nature and Beaches
Love nature and beaches? Get away to Saint-Lunaire!

Reasons to visit

  • Plage de la Fourberie
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A coastal town with a harbor, houses, and a church.
Dinard
Known for Beaches, Sea and Casinos
The jewel of the Emerald Coast, this town of art and history, which is more chic than nearby Saint-Malo, offers an irresistible retro charm. Walking, casinos and culture, the "Nice of the north" has plenty to offer...
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A large hotel with multiple stories and a beach in the foreground.
Cancale
Known for Ports, Sea and Seafood
Experience upscale Cancale: its marina, parks, sunny weather and more!
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A beach with numerous small boats, a sandy shore, and a line of buildings in the background.
Saint-Briac-sur-Mer
Known for Golf and Beaches
Experience Saint-Briac-sur-Mer: its golf, beaches and more!
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Stay near popular Ille-et-Vilaine attractions

A rusty cannon overlooking a coastal area with clear turquoise waters, sailboats, and a sandy beach.

St. Malo Beach

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Make your way across the various stretches of sand and the islands dotted around this quaint town on the English Channel.
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