Saint Malo Buccaneers and Bastions Self Guided Audio Walking Tour
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Saint Malo Buccaneers and Bastions Self Guided Audio Walking Tour is een 1 u – 1 u 30 min privétour in Rennes, Frankrijk, aangeboden door WalknTours. Prijzen vanaf € 8,84 per persoon, en gratis annuleren is mogelijk. Inbegrepen: See the sites and hidden gems and hear their stories, Listen again later anytime, Self Guided Tour of Saint Malo on our walking tour app.
Hoogtepunten
- Privéactiviteit — alleen jij en je gezelschap
- Gratis annuleren voor flexibele planning
- 12 stops in één goed doordacht programma
- Rolstoeltoegankelijk
Snelle feiten
- Duur
- 1 u – 1 u 30 min
- Groep
- Privétour — alleen je eigen gezelschap
- Talen
- English
- Ophalen
- Verzamelen op het startpunt
- Bevestiging
- Directe bevestiging
- Reizigers
- 1–15 per boeking · volwassene verplicht
- Leeftijden
- Kind 6–17 · Volwassene 18–100
- Annuleren
- Gratis annuleren (zie voorwaarden)
Opties & beschikbaarheid
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Saint Malo Buccaneers and Bastions Self Guided Audio Walking Tour
vanaf € 8,84
- Dagen:
- Elke dag
Tijden en prijzen komen uit de actuele planning van de aanbieder en worden bij het boeken bevestigd.
Overzicht
Step into the world of pirates, privateers, and powerful sea walls on this immersive self guided audio walking tour through the walled city of Saint-Malo.
This experience goes beyond sightseeing—it brings to life the bold stories of corsairs, explorers, and rebels who shaped one of France’s most fascinating coastal cities. Walk along towering ramparts, hidden passageways, and historic gates where ships once returned loaded with treasure from distant lands.
What makes this tour truly special is its storytelling approach. Each stop reveals the drama behind the stones—from daring naval battles and legendary figures like Robert Surcouf to the city’s brief independence as its own republic.
Perfect for history lovers, adventure seekers, and curious travelers, this tour turns Saint-Malo into a living story of courage, resilience, and life by the sea.
Wat is inbegrepen
Wat is inbegrepen
- See the sites and hidden gems and hear their stories
- Listen again later anytime
- Self Guided Tour of Saint Malo on our walking tour app
- Go at your own pace, the tour never expires
- The tour plays automatically as you walk, hands free
Niet inbegrepen
- No Human guide, this is all on our walking tour app
- No Admission to buildings, this is all outside on our walking tour app
Programma
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Stop 1 · 5 min
Begin your journey at the grand gateway to Saint-Malo’s walled city. Porte Saint-Vincent has welcomed sailors, merchants, and adventurers for centuries. It also marks the spirit of independence that defined the city—when Saint-Malo briefly declared itself its own republic in the late 1500s.
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Stop 2 · 5 min
This lively square honors François-René de Chateaubriand, one of France’s greatest writers and a founder of Romanticism. Nearby, his birthplace reminds visitors of Saint-Malo’s deep literary and cultural roots.
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Stop 3 · 5 min
Climb onto the ramparts for sweeping views of the sea and city. The Bastion de la Reine, built in the 18th century, showcases the city’s military ingenuity, with angled walls designed to defend against naval attacks and pirates.
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Stop 4 · 5 min
This narrow, storybook street is tied to a local legend of a nimble, rooftop-leaping cat. Just beyond the walls lies Plage du Sillon, a sweeping beach famous for dramatic tides and crashing waves.
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Stop 5 · 5 min
A powerful 15th-century tower once used for artillery defense. From here, enjoy views of Grand Bé island, where writer Chateaubriand is buried—accessible only at low tide.
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Stop 6 · 5 min
This cultural center celebrates the historic connection between Saint-Malo and Canada. It offers exhibits, interactive displays, and travel inspiration, highlighting the legacy of explorers who sailed from here.
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Stop 7 · 5 min
A peaceful square honoring two influential brothers—one an educator, the other a philosopher—whose ideas on freedom and society shaped French thought in the 19th century.
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Stop 8 · 5 min
The spiritual heart of Saint-Malo, this cathedral has stood for nearly 900 years. Inside lies the tomb of explorer Jacques Cartier, who set sail from this city to discover Canada.
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Stop 9 · 5 min
Built in the early 18th century, this bastion protected the wealthy merchant district. From here, you can spot the harbor and the long granite breakwater known as Môle des Noires.
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Stop 10 · 5 min
This gate connects Saint-Malo to inland trade routes. Nearby stands the former home of Robert Surcouf, the legendary corsair who captured dozens of ships and became a symbol of the city’s daring spirit.
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Stop 11 · 5 min
This bastion offers panoramic views of the harbor and honors a notable naval commander. His legacy reflects both Saint-Malo’s global reach and the complex history tied to its maritime power.
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Stop 12 · 5 min
End your journey at Saint-Malo’s most iconic gate. For centuries, it has welcomed returning ships and marked the entrance to a city shaped by trade, exploration, and the legendary age of corsairs.
Ontmoetingspunt
The tour starts here and you'll hear the intro to the city then enter the gates guided by our walking tour app. Be sure to get the walking tour app before arriving and download the tour.
Eindpunt
The tour ends a the Grand Porte, just near where you began.
Goed om te weten
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Annuleringsbeleid
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Veelgestelde vragen
Hoe lang duurt de Saint Malo Buccaneers and Bastions Self Guided Audio Walking Tour?
De activiteit duurt ongeveer 1 u – 1 u 30 min.
Wat kost het?
Prijzen vanaf € 8,84 per persoon. De uiteindelijke prijs hangt af van de datum, het tijdstip en het aantal reizigers, en wordt op Viator bevestigd voordat je betaalt.
Wat is inbegrepen?
See the sites and hidden gems and hear their stories; Listen again later anytime; Self Guided Tour of Saint Malo on our walking tour app; Go at your own pace, the tour never expires; The tour plays automatically as you walk, hands free.
Waar begint het?
The tour starts here and you'll hear the intro to the city then enter the gates guided by our walking tour app. Be sure to get the walking tour app before arriving and download the tour.
Kan ik annuleren?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
In welke talen wordt het aangeboden?
De begeleiding is in het English.