Discover Dinard Côte d’Émeraude, a land of water sports in Brittany.
Discover Dinard Côte d’Émeraude, a land of water sports in Brittany.
Choose the water activity that suits you best: the more adventurous will dive right in and can learn or improve their skills in a water sport, while those who prefer a more relaxed experience can unwind on the sand or let the waves carry them on a discovery cruise… No need to travel all over Brittany! Dinard Côte d’Émeraude offers all kinds of water sports for all ages and skill levels.
Let’s dive in!
Looking for water sports in Brittany? Windsurfing or kayaking? Surfing or sailing? Diving or paddleboarding? What if you didn’t have to choose? Dinard Côte d’Émeraude offers all this and much more! The range of water activities is varied and abundant: a morning of sea walking with friends, a family kayak trip, a land sailing discovery course for children—you’re sure to find the perfect activity for you.
Taming the waves in Saint-Lunaire
Longchamp Beach in Saint-Lunaire is THE surf spot on the Emerald Coast. Two surf schools welcome you from spring to All Saints’ Day to teach you how to ride the Breton waves!
Rowing in a preserved nature area in La Richardais
Want to try rowing in a peaceful and preserved setting? Head to the Banks of the Rance!
Soaring in Lancieux
Between sea and sky, kitesurfing is an adrenaline-packed sport! Ready for takeoff? Head to the Bay of Lancieux.
Discover sailing in Dinard
Memories are made in Dinard! Set sail and discover sailing in Dinard.
Paddle along the rugged coastline in Saint-Lunaire
The Emerald Coast can be explored from the sea! Hop on a kayak and enjoy a guided tour along the coastline of Saint-Lunaire.
Tranquility on the Rance estuary
Open your chakras and try paddle yoga on the calm waters of the lush Rance estuary.
Discover the depths of the Emerald Coast
Dive into the underwater world of Dinard. Book your first diving experience or a submarine expedition on the Emerald Coast!
Full speed at low tide
Take the reins and race at full speed across the shores of Mont Saint-Michel Bay! Thrills guaranteed!
A dream playground for the kids!
Looking for the perfect destination to introduce your children to sailing? The Emerald Coast is the ideal place! Sailing schools offer courses for children aged 6 and up to learn the basics of sailing. For younger ones, private or small group swimming lessons are organized during the summer. Make the most of your stay and give them memories for a lifetime!
Follow the rhythm of the tides
It’s not all about sports! Many other activities can be enjoyed by the water or at sea.
With your feet up
From vast sandy beaches to intimate little coves, discover our pristine beaches along our coastline.
Wonderful discoveries at low tide
Fascinating yet little-known, the foreshore is revealed at low tide! Follow the guide and discover shellfish, crustaceans, and edible seaweed.
The high tides
An impressive natural phenomenon, the most incredible high tides are on the Emerald Coast! Come admire the waves safely and follow our advice.
Seafood specialties
Taste the culinary heritage of Brittany, particularly the seafood. All our fish and seafood restaurants are here:
Cruises
Come aboard! Enjoy a guided cruise to discover the forts and islets of the Bay of Saint-Malo, a floating restaurant along the banks of the Rance, a private boat trip, or a tour on a traditional sailing ship. There are plenty of options to become captain for a day!
Sailing accessible to everyone
The partners of the Tourist Office offer activities suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Access to the beaches for wheelchair users is made easier with tiralos chairs. Please inquire with the lifeguards present at the rescue stations (only in July and August), who will be able to assist you. Please note that not all beaches are accessible.
Boat trips for everyone! The Émeraude Voile Solidaire association has been offering catamaran trips for people with disabilities since 2012.
Major events
Historic regattas, sporting competitions, and traditional festivals bring together all generations for festive events!
Discover the major events in Dinard Côte d’Émeraude.
Commandant Thoreux Challenge
Saint-Briac-sur-Mer
Every year in August, the Saint-Briac Yacht Club organizes a regatta of Cornish crabbers in honor of Pierre Thoreux, former captain of the Normandie ship, who was born in Saint-Briac-sur-Mer.
Cowes-Dinard/Saint-Malo
Dinard
This regatta took place for the first time in 1905 with only 4 participants… and 170 in 2019. Enjoy the dance of the boats in the Bay of Saint-Malo.
La Fête de la Glisse – Surfing Festival
Saint-Lunaire
At the beginning of September, Longchamp Beach comes alive: surfing, sailing, skating, kites, and other free activities await you for an entire weekend. An unmissable event in Saint-Lunaire!
The Doris Festival
Along the banks of the Rance.
This friendly event sees doris boats, yoles, and traditional sailing vessels navigating from quay to quay along the Rance each summer. Activities punctuate each stop.
