Outdoor activities

To discover Betagne, the famous GR34 coastal path is a must-do. This hiking trail offers access to numerous viewpoints, revealing a rich and rugged natural landscape interspersed with beaches. You can choose the GR34 as the central theme for your Breton holiday, stopping at campsites and bed and breakfasts, or explore it in stages by creating loops that combine the GR34 and GRP trails.

To hike from Saint-Malo to Cancale along the GR34 coastal path, you must pass along the Saint-Coulomb coastline, located precisely between the two towns.

This section is generally offered in two stages for greater comfort. The first stage involves hiking from the viewpoint at Pointe du Grouin, 6.5 km upstream in Cancale, to the easily recognizable Guesclin beach in Saint-Coulomb. The second stage takes you from Guesclin beach to the Rothéneuf district of Saint-Malo. Following this route adds several kilometers to your hike, bypassing the town centers of Cancale and Saint-Malo. Camping Duguesclin, situated on the heights overlooking Anse du Guesclin, is therefore located halfway between the two. We would be delighted to welcome you for your stay.

Starting on foot from the campsite, or driving a few kilometers closer for certain routes, you can access several GR de Pays trails (marked with yellow and red arrows) or Promenade Randonnée (yellow arrows).

The Emerald Coast offers a diverse landscape. Following the coastline, you'll discover the rugged cliffs of Saint-Malo and Saint-Coulomb, or the polders of Mont Saint-Michel Bay. Along the banks of the Rance River, you can stroll and explore numerous charming villages.

Here are some suggested routes for exploring the surrounding area:
> Stroll through the woods behind the campsite
> Discover the protected site of Pointe du Meinga, Guimorais, and Île Besnard, or the Havre du Lupin in Saint-Coulomb
> Pointe du Grouin, Pointe du Hock, or Port Briac in Cancale
> The sculpted rocks of Rothéneuf, Pointe de la Varde and its bunkers in Saint-Malo
> Stroll along the Bay of Mont Saint-Michel near Saint-Méloir-des-Ondes, Hirel, or Vivier-sur-Mer
> Walk along the Rance River, circling the Saint-Suliac Peninsula and its Oratory, and explore the village of Plouer-sur-Rance or the Mordreuc slipway in Pleudihen-sur-Rance

Several equestrian centers offer rides in small groups to explore the surrounding countryside and coastline along the "équibreizh" trail. For more experienced riders, it's also possible to enjoy a morning ride on the beaches.

Not far from Camping Duguesclin, you can contact the La Cravache equestrian center in Saint-Coulomb or the Douets Fleuris equestrian center in Cancale.

The Emerald Coast, opening onto the English Channel, offers a multitude of exciting activities. Several water sports centers, such as those in Cancale and Saint-Malo, allow you to try windsurfing, dinghy sailing, catamaran sailing, surfing, or kayaking. Various courses are available for children, including sailing on an Optimist dinghy.

If you prefer the calm waters of the Rance River or the gentle lapping of the waves in a sheltered cove, you can choose the Saint-Suliac water sports center or try stand-up paddleboarding in Saint-Servan (a district of Saint-Malo).

If you don't have your sea legs, opt for a land sailing session with Mont Saint-Michel and its bay as your backdrop! The towns of Hirel and Cherrueix are ideal for experiencing thrills right on the beach.

Accompanied by a guide, you can walk across part of the bay to reach Mont Saint-Michel. You'll discover a vast expanse of sand with the Mont on the horizon and learn how to get out of the mudflats!

Crossing the bay is an unusual experience, offering a unique perspective of the Wonder of the West, but it can only be done with an experienced guide. Crossing the bay can be dangerous depending on the route taken and the tide. To choose your guide, click here.

Our destination also boasts a great diversity of fauna and flora. It is quite possible to observe the surrounding biodiversity accompanied by naturalist guides.

The coastal area between the Bay of Saint-Brieuc and the Bay of Mont Saint-Michel is home to the largest colony of bottlenose dolphins in Europe. And no, you're not dreaming! Here, it's not uncommon to spot dolphins offshore or even from the coastal path.

To observe them without disturbing them, the Al Lark association, which studies and protects them, invites you to embark on their rigid inflatable boats. You may also, if the opportunity arises, encounter other mammal species such as the harbor seal.

Many seabirds and coastal birds have also chosen the coast between Saint-Malo and Mont Saint-Michel as a stopover or nesting site. Volunteers from the League for the Protection of Birds (LPO) offer several outings to observe and count them, as do the Maison de la Baie du Mont Saint-Michel (Mont Saint-Michel Bay House) and the Al Lark association.

Did you know that some seaweed is edible? It's quite possible to learn how to identify it on the foreshore with a guide. You can do this with the Ferme Marine (Marine Farm) in Cancale.

Are you more the type to share a pleasant moment with your family while letting your creativity shine? The destination also offers various opportunities to share. We recommend:

• A ceramics workshop at La Potinerie, in the heart of the walled city of Saint-Malo.
  You can decorate charming trinkets to your liking while enjoying a hot drink and a sweet treat.
• Discovering the Atelier du Verre (Glass Workshop) in Saint-Méloir-des-Ondes and their exquisite creations.
  A glassblower will give a demonstration, and you can even try your hand at it yourself through a workshop!