The Hardest City to Invade: Saint Malo's Secrets Audio Guide

Start your tour outside the Office de Tourisme de Saint-Malo, the perfect spot to get your bearings and learn about what the city has to offer.

Walk a short distance up to Chaussée du Sillon, a boulevard offering incredible vistas of the sea and the city’s coastline. Enjoy the panoramic views and get a sense of Saint Malo's maritime heritage.

Venture towards Saint Malo Castle, where echoes of corsairs and conquests linger in the sea-salted air. Learn about the history of the castle and its role in defending the city.

Discover Saint Vincent Gate, one of the old city’s gates. Hear about the significance of the ermine symbol that you'll see throughout Saint Malo.

Find out why there are three Saint Thomas gates as you pass through Porte Saint-Thomas. Learn about the different stages of the city's fortifications.

See the birthplace of Chateaubriand, a renowned politician and diplomat. Discover his contributions to French literature and politics.

Walk through Place Vauban, the large square in front of the castle named after the city’s notorious combat engineer. Learn about Vauban's influence on the city’s fortifications.

Pass through Poterne Aux Normands, a historical gateway that offers a glimpse into the city's medieval past.

Visit Bastion de la Reine, a formidable part of Saint Malo’s ramparts. Hear about the strategic importance of this bastion in the city's defense.

Stop by Bidouane Tower and hear the story behind the name of the dancing cat street. Learn about its historical significance and unique name.

Walk along Champs-Vauvert Cavalier, a section of the city’s ramparts that offers stunning views and historical insights.

Immerse yourself in Place du Quebec (Quebec Square) and visit House Quebec. Learn about the connections between Saint Malo and Quebec.

Walk along Les Remparts de Saint-Malo, the city's famous ramparts. Enjoy the views and hear about the surprising history of the city’s defenses.

Spot the statue of Jacques Cartier at the formidable Holland Bastion, a silent guardian of Saint Malo’s maritime heritage. Learn about Cartier’s voyages and his connection to Canada.

See the statue of Jacques Cartier and hear about his role in the exploration of Canada.

Discover Porte Saint Pierre, another historical gate that offers insights into the city's fortifications.

Explore Place du Guet, a charming square that provides a glimpse into the city's past and its strategic importance.

Pass Saint Vincent Cathedral of Saint Malo, where prominent individuals, including Jacques Cartier, are buried. Learn about the cathedral’s history and architectural features.

End your tour at the Big Gate, the final stop on your journey through Saint Malo. Reflect on the city’s rich history and maritime heritage.