Discover Brittany with Traversée Bretonne
Traversée Bretonne: A journey to Brittany
Discover Dinard
Discover Brittany with Traversée Bretonne. Between Nantes and Mont Saint-Michel, you are invited to wander on foot, by bike, or on the water, along the Traversée Bretonne route. Art in all its forms punctuates each stage. Keep your eyes open, let yourself drift, and allow yourself to be surprised, even to dream.
Nantes, Saint-Nazaire, La Baule – Guérande Peninsula, Rennes, Dinan, Dinard, Saint-Malo, and Mont Saint-Michel guide you on a contemplative, curious, and convivial journey. At your own pace, with the wind in your face, admire the horizon, pass through locks, wander through bucolic expanses, and listen to the symphony of the ribines*.
This Breton adventure collects atmospheres and sensations. From winding paths to iconic sites, time slips away. Embrace suspended moments, spontaneous encounters, and culinary adventures.
An exhilarating escape awaits you. Between land and sea, a breeze of freedom and inspiration blows. The markers are the landmarks, and the spirits are wide open.
*”small road” in Breton
Map of the itinerary
The Traversée Bretonne is a unique adventure through the varied charms of Brittany. Among its must-see stops, Dinard stands out for its elegance and rich history. Located on the Emerald Coast, this seaside town offers a harmonious blend of natural beauty and architectural heritage.
500 km in 6 steps, from Nantes to Mont-Saint-Michel
STEP 1
Nantes > Saint-Nazaire (via Paimbœuf) | 75 km – Level 1 (families) – 2 days
STEP 2
Saint-Nazaire (via La Baule) > Pénestin | 85 km – Level 1 (families) – 2 days
ÉTAPE 3
Pénestin > Redon | 61 km – Level 2 (intermediate) – 1 day
ÉTAPE 4
Redon > Rennes | 90 km – Level 1 (families) – 2 days
ÉTAPE 5
Rennes > Dinard | 107 km – Level 1 (families) – 2 days
From Rennes, the capital of Brittany, to the Emerald Coast, a scenic greenway winds its way past old watermills and lockkeeper houses. It follows the path of the Ille-et-Rance Canal, the oldest in Brittany, and then the beautiful Rance estuary. At the top, you’ll find the Eleven Locks of Hédé-Bazouges and an incredible hydraulic machine that powers the canal. A very easy route, full of hidden gems, and wonderfully immersive, right in the heart of a romantic and timeless Brittany.
STEP 6
Dinard > Le Mont-Saint-Michel | 68 km – Level 2 (intermediate) – 1-2 days
The Dinard steps
Belle Époque villas
A unique heritage: nearly 400 protected villas to discover by following our walking trails.
The beaches
Art galleries
The Clair de Lune promenade
Stay in Dinard
