Brittany by bike, from Rennes to Mont Saint-Michel

From Rennes to Mont Saint-Michel via Saint-Malo, Northern Brittany by bike

Starting from the capital of Brittany, cycle along pretty cycle paths and discover charming Breton villages, medieval cities and the magnificent Emerald Coast before reaching Mont Saint-Michel. Between Land and Sea, this circuit is accessible to most people and takes place in a very special atmosphere, that of old mystical stones and Breton legends.

Highlights:

• Rennes, Dinan, Saint-Malo
• Greenways and towpaths
• Cancale and its oysters
• The Bay of Mont Saint-Michel

Day 1: Rennes
Check into your accommodation located in the city center of the Breton capital. Take a walk to admire the medieval ramparts still visible at the Portes Mordelaises, the Parliament of Brittany, Thabor Park, and the half-timbered houses.

Overnight in Rennes.

Day 2: From Rennes to Hédé (46 km)
This cycling holiday in Brittany begins on a towpath. You'll cycle along a bucolic and shaded route along the canal until you reach the Guipel ponds and then Hédé and its 11 flower-bedecked locks.

Overnight in Hédé.

Day 3: From Hédé to Dinan (39 km)
The route continues along a beautiful greenway through Tinténiac and the Évran ponds. The magnificent Léhon Abbey welcomes you at the entrance to Dinan. This medieval town, surrounded by ramparts, is home to beautiful half-timbered houses and has a unique atmosphere. It's a pleasant place to stroll through the cobbled streets or stroll along the Rance River.

Overnight in Dinan.

Day 4: From Dinan to Saint-Malo (25 km)
First stop on the way to the sea: reach the charming village of Taden, whose origins date back to prehistoric times. You'll then travel along an old railway line to Dinard, a pretty seaside resort with its Belle Époque villas. Arrive in Saint-Malo, located on the other side of the Rance estuary, by boat bus. Its old town, surrounded by high granite ramparts, is worth the detour. Once a stronghold for corsairs (pirates approved by the King), the town has been preserved and boasts rich Romanesque and Gothic architecture. Visit the cathedral, a fine example of this, whose stained-glass windows tell the story of the town's history.

Overnight in Saint-Malo.

Day 5: From Saint-Malo to Cancale (25 km)
No need to rush today, this stage is short. Enjoy Saint-Malo one last time before cycling along the Emerald Coast. This stretch of Brittany's coastline is characterized by beautiful sandy beaches, a wild coastline, and spectacular headlands such as the Pointe de Grouin, Pointe Meinga, and Anse Duguesclin. In the afternoon, you reach Cancale, where the oysters are famous for their delicious salty flavor.

Overnight in Cancale.

Day 6: From Cancale to Mont Saint-Michel (44 km)
Cycle through the polders and across the vast salt marsh plain where farmed sheep graze peacefully before reaching the true wonder of Mont Saint-Michel.

Overnight stay near Mont Saint-Michel (2.4 km).

Day 7: Mont Saint-Michel
End your cycling holiday in Brittany after breakfast. Mont Saint-Michel is only a 35-minute walk away. Enjoy your free time to climb and explore this marvel.

General information:

• 7 days and 6 nights
• Version standard: 2* and 3* hotels
• Child rate:
  • €535 (for a child under 12 in a room with two paying adults)
  • On request

2026 Dates:

Departures daily from April to October

• Low season: April and October
• Mid season: June and September
• High season: May, July, and August

Included:

• 6 nights with breakfasts
• Dinner on day 2 (excluding drinks)
• GPS App
• Luggage transport between accommodation
• Boat crossing from Dinard to Saint-Malo on day 4 (with bike)
• Assistance (except in case of puncture)

Not included:

• Transport to the starting point
• Lunches and dinners (except dinners on day 2)
• Drinks
• Visits and personal expenses
• Parking
• Anything not specified in included

The options :

• Standard bike or ebike rental
• Possibility of traveling alone
• Theft guarantee for the rented bike
• Cancellation-multi-risk insurance

Level :
1 2 3 4 5 6

Climate :
Mild sun and pleasant temperatures, rain however frequent.

Technicality :

• from 25 to 44 km per day or 2 to 5 hours of cycling.
• Between 70 m and 285 m of positive elevation gain per day.

Bibliography :

All maps and guides for cycling in Brittany: cartovelo.fr

Terrain :
Mainly on greenways, towpaths and cycle paths. Some sections on roads with little traffic.

Meals:

• Breakfasts: copious (coffee, tea, chocolate, milk, bread, butter, orange juice, jam) or buffet
• Lunches and dinners: not included (except dinner on day 2)

The bike:

• Rental bike: Standard bike or ebike, delivered to the first hotel. Equipped with a handlebar bag, a map holder, a bottle holder, a repair kit, a lock and a helmet.
• Personal bike: we do not recommend bikes with small tires. Standard and mountain bikes are excellent. Remember to service your bike before leaving. At the end of the tour, you will have to take care of your own bike.

Assistance:
Our team is available to help you, except in the event of a puncture for which we do not intervene.

Luggage:
They are transported by a courier or by our team and limited to one piece of luggage per person (max 13 kg).

Travel book:

A travel book will be send by post before departure including your vouchers and the acess to the GPS App

Transport:

• By plane: Rennes airport
• By train: Rennes train station well served
• By road: Rennes is 350 km from Paris (about 4 hours)
• Return to the starting point: bus from La Caserne (2.4 km from Mont Saint-Michel) to Rennes or train from Pontorson.

Cancellation insurance:

In order to guarantee the reimbursement of costs in the event of cancellation of your stay, you can contact a cancellation insurance. To find out more about insurance, click here.