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Saint-Cast-le-Guildo
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48 ° 37 ′ 48 ″ N 2 ° 15 ′ 24 ″ W
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Saint-Cast-le-Guildo is a municipality in the department of Côtes-d'Armor, In the region Brittany, in France.

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To go

Access by road from Paris and Rennes: A11-A81 Paris-Rennes, then the N12 (Rennes-Lamballe, free expressway, ZI exit of Lamballe / Dinard / Plancoet. Direction Saint Cast - Matignon From Erquy by road RD786 From Dinard and St-Malo by RD768 (direct) or RD786 (by the coast) then RD19

By train: TGV Paris - Brest, get off at Lamballe station, or TGV Paris-St Malo, descent from Saint-Malo station.

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To see

Saint-Cast-le-Guildo is famous for its seven sandy beaches:

  • the Big Beach, long 2 km, which goes from Pointe de St-Cast to Pointe de la Garde, bordered by Boulevard de la Mer and linked to the port by a pedestrian link. There are beach clubs, boat and beach tent rentals, Cap Armor activities.
  • the beach of Pen-Guen, long 1 km, from Pointe de la Garde to Pointe du Bay. Beach clubs, courses and boat rentals
  • the Quatre Vaulx beach, opposite St-Jacut and the Ebihens island, near the shellfish growing areas. Walk fishing.
  • on the bay of Fresnaye with a view of Fort La Latte, the beaches of la mare, la Pissotte, and la Fresnaye, charming coves
  • La Fosse beach, near the shellfish growing areas, access to Port St Jean and the valley of the sea mill by the coastal path. Walk fishing.

The panoramic views offered:

  • Panorama of Pointe de St-Cast, a listed site, with a view of Cap Fréhel, Fort La Latte, Saint-Malo.
  • Pointe de la Garde, registered site.
  • Pointe du Bay facing the Ebihens archipelago.

The town also has six objects listed in the inventory of historical monuments:

  • the font (dated 16th century) of the church of Saint-Cast, classified MH in 1994
  • a chalice and a paten, made in 1789 by master Roxel, classified MH in 1994
  • the bas-relief (escutcheon) of the Lords of the Valley, in the church of Notre-Dame-de-Guildo, classified MH in 1958
  • the wooden statue of Elie, by sculptor Yves Corlay (dated 18th century), in the presbytery, classified MH in 1992
  • the Gallo-Roman granite font from the Sainte-Blanche chapel, classified MH in 1970
  • a painted wooden ex-voto from the 19th century, representing a two-masted boat and a bowsprit, classified MH in 1971.

In addition to these remains and objects classified MH, several tourist places are present in the town:

  • the semaphore
  • the monument to the victims of the sinking of the frigate Laplace
  • the church, neo-Gothic from the last years of the 19th century, with stoups from the 16th century and statues from the 17th century, stained glass window of the battle of Saint-Cast
  • the Sainte-Blanche Chapel (L'Isle), with a statue of Sainte Blanche, and curious furniture: Sainte Table and tribune made with spinning wheels, confessional with closed bed, 18th century altar, semicircular door with chimera head (coming from the old church of Saint-Cast)
  • the commemorative column of the battle of Saint Cast of 1758, symbolizing the victory of the French over the English.
  • the cemetery of the braves where the soldiers killed during this battle rest
  • Anne's mill, a vestige of a windmill from XVIIIe century and command post during this battle
  • oratory of Notre-Dame de la Garde,
  • Sainte Brigitte chapel
  • Val castle
  • Church of Notre Dame du Guildo, mid-19th century
  • Ringing Stones, which make a metallic sound when struck with a pebble
  • The remains of the Château du Guildo which are in the town of Créhen a few kilometers from the town of Notre Dame du Guildo
  • The port of the Guildo
  • Bily Mill

Not to mention the Port, inaugurated in July 2009, a deep-water marina called "Saint-Cast, Port d'Armor", linked to the Mielles district by a footpath on the side of the rock.

Do

Sporting activities

Saint-Cast Le Guildo is a dynamic and invigorating resort! Its climate, its landscapes, its infrastructure, everything invites you to play sports, dilettante or training.

Discover the resort's many sports associations. They offer you a wide range of activities all year round. Outdoor or indoor activities, there is something for everyone ...

Horse riding, Golf, Swimming pool, Tennis, Hiking, Body maintenance and expression, Collective sports, Beach clubs, Motorized sports, tree climbing course, mini-golf, ...

Cruises and sea trips departing from Saint-Cast

With the Compagnie Corsaire:

  • Saint-Cast / Cap Frehel

From April to September - reservation required at the Tourist Office Departing from St Cast le Guildo, discover the remarkable site of Fort-La Latte, Cap Fréhel and its cliffs of 70 m From above, an ornithological reserve, you will navigate among hundreds of birds, at the bottom of these sheer cliffs. The direct return by sea is sometimes accompanied by porpoises. This coast, a superb marine escape combining the beauty of the landscapes and the richness of the fauna, is a change of scenery. h 20 of stroll.

  • Saint-Cast / Saint-Malo

July and August only - reservation required at the Tourist Office Do you want to visit Saint-Malo and Dinard without worrying about parking problems on site? We offer day trips to either of these cities for a stress-free excursion. The cruise is also an opportunity to have a unique view of the entire bay of St Malo: the archipelago of Ebihens, the Emerald Coast ... Duration of the crossing: 45 min(same for the return).

Ride aboard an Vieux Grément: Le DragousEnjoy a day of relaxation in a friendly atmosphere to discover the bay of Saint-Cast, the islands of Ebihens, Fort La Latte, Cap Fréhel by learning about traditional sailing aboard the dragous.

The walks are supervised by qualified instructors. Family discount. Session hh 30.

Center Nautique de Saint-Cast le GuildoLe Port Website: www.centre-nautique-saint-cast.fr> Sea trips Email: contact [at] center-nautique-saint-cast.fr Tel: 02 96 41 86 41 (off season ) - 02 96 41 71 71 (Point Passion Plage season)


Information & reservation Tourist Office Place Charles de Gaulle BP9> Locate

Maritime activities

The Saint Cast Nautical Center approved Youth and Sports - National Education. Affiliated with the FFV - Point Plage network - Sailing school - FFCK (French Federation of Canoe Kayak, offers you:

  • Sailing instruction, during school holidays.
  • Rental and private lessons: windsurfing, kayaking, catamaran, dinghy.
  • Sport and leisure sailing: D80, all year round outside school holidays.
  • Initiation to sport sailing in J80.
  • Introduction to traditional sailing on the DRAGOUS.
  • The pirate club: gentle discovery of the marine environment for the youngest from 5 years old.

Nautical Center of Saint-Cast le Guildo Le Port Website: www.centre-nautique-saint-cast.fr Email: [email protected] Tel: 02 96 41 86 41 (off season) - 02 96 41 71 71 (Point Passion Plage season)

Vitavoile : Located on Pen Guen beach, Vitavoile allows you to explore one of the most beautiful bays of the Emerald Coast thanks to many water sports, independently (rental) or supervised (group or private lessons): catamaran, board sailing, fun boarding, kayaking, rental of semi-rigid motor boats, stand-up paddle, ... Vitavoile

Pen Guen Beach Website: www.vitavoile.com Tel: 06 72 93 89 83

New waveCruise courses of 2 to 13 days departing from Saint-Cast. Walks, day or half-day sea trips. Boat - School, all permitted in an approved center. Sailboat rental from 2 to 6 meters.

New Wave Tel: 02 96 41 85 02

To buy

Enjoy the delicious seafood and fish from the morning catch in the port, facing the Bay of St-Malo! During a hike on the GR 34 or a stroll along the seafront, savor the bouchot mussels, enjoy the oysters from the Bay of Arguenon, and continue with a pastry called le castin. Faithful to Breton cuisine, also discover the buckwheat pancakes, accompanied by a bowl of cider!

Land of sailors and shellfish farmers, in St-Cast le Guildo, enjoy bouchot mussels and oysters from the Baie de l'Arguenon. With more than 56,000 lines of bouchots and nearly 33 hectares of oyster beds in Baies de l ' Arguenon and de la Fresnaye, shellfish farming is one of the main activities of the seaside resort.

The Oyster Festival takes place every year on the third weekend of June to honor and celebrate this culture

Eat

the markets of Saint-Cast le Guildo

Year round

  • Tuesday, Church Square, Notre-Dame du Guildo
  • Friday, Place Anatole le Braz

In season

  • Monday, from June 15 to September 15, Place du Marché des Mielles
  • Thursday night, from 17 h - 23 h 30, rue Jacques Cartier (crafts, local produce, organic products)
  • Friday night, from 17 h - 20 h 30, at the Landes Farm

Organic cider - Apple juice - Apple cider vinegarJehan Lefèvre produces his farm ciders, apple juice and cider vinegar in his cider processing workshop. All these products are guaranteed pure juice and are made from varieties of local apples.

Don't hesitate to stop by, we will offer you a free tasting of cider and apple juice!

The restaurants of the seaside resortFind restaurants on the Tourist Office website http://www.saintcastleguildo.fr "stay" section

Have a drink / Go out

Find the list of bars, restaurants and tea rooms on the Saint-Cast le Guildo Tourist Office website http://www.saintcastleguildo.fr "stay" section

Saint Cast is a lively resort all year round, find the full agenda on the tourist office website http://www.saintcastleguildo.fr/ "agenda" section.

Nightclubs

  • The New Beach

Pen Guen Beach Portable: 06 49 20 20 15 www.lenewbeach.fr

  • The Shed

Fresnaye Beach Telephone: 02 96 41 83 21 Open 7 days a week in July and August Shuttle: 06 81 37 25 42

Housing

Saint Cast le Guildo hotels

- Hôtel du Port Jacquet 32, rue du Port Open all year Telephone: 02 96 41 97 18 Fax: 02 96 41 74 [email protected]http://www.port-jacquet.com

- Les Arcades 15 Rue du Duc d'Aiguillon Open Easter to All Saints' Day Tel: 02 96 41 80 50 Fax: 02 96 41 77 [email protected]http://www.hotels-saint-cast.com

- Hôtel de l'Espérance 6, rue Jacques Cartier Open all year Telephone: 02 96 41 81 13 Fax: 02 96 41 75 [email protected]http://www.hotel-de-lesperance.com

Around

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