The sea, environment of Saint-Malo
Lovers of wide open spaces, iodine, sea and beautiful stones, Saint Malo opens its doors to you.
After the work sessions at the Palais des Congrès, take full advantage of all that the city has to offer.
- Meditate on the beach of the Sillon, facing the Grand Bé where Chateaubriand's grave,
- Enjoy Cancale oysters on a sunny terrace,
- Take a walk on the ramparts and discover the exceptional panorama on the bay of Saint-Malo,
- Enjoy the energizing virtues of thalassotherapy at the Thermes Marins de Saint-Malo,
- Succumb to shopping in the boutiques nestled in the shelter of the ramparts
- Escape into the world of the Grand Aquarium...
You will be spoilt for choice for your post-conference relaxation.
At nightfall and by the light of the lanterns, the atmosphere of the corsair city takes on a mysterious and festive air. Seafood restaurants and creperies, all tablecloths out, are waiting for the congressmen to discover their specialties. The bars of Saint-Malo, well known for the friendliness of their welcome and the originality of their decorations, will welcome you for a stopover.
The maritime history of Saint-Malo
The history of Saint-Malo is forever linked to the sea
Many shipowners, navigators, privateers and great explorers have written the most beautiful pages.
- René Duguay Trouin, Captain of the Royal Navy,
- Robert Surcouf, the King of the privateers,
- Jacques Cartier, discoverer of Canada,
- Mahé de la Bourdonnais, Captain for the East India Company.
The stories and exploits of these "Gentlemen of Saint-Malo" remain engraved in the memory and temperament of today's Malouins.
Some museums such as the Cap-horniers museum at the Solidor Tower already tell this part of the history of the Corsair City to visitors and congressmen who stop over in Saint-Malo.
In 2022, the beautiful Maritime History Museum will open its doors to display the city's maritime history and heritage
- How Saint-Malo became an enviable port with the opening of maritime routes to Spain, the Americas, the South Seas, the Far East...
- How fishing developed there, notably through the cod saga...
This futuristic building, designed by the Japanese architect Kengo Kuma, will be located a few blocks from the Palais des Congrès and will open its doors in June 2022.
