Aquatic adventures

Follow in the footsteps of Saint-Malo’s illustrious mariners and head out on those emerald waves on a tall ship. There are a few to choose from, but a trip on Le Renard, a 30-metre-long replica of the 1812 ship owned by corsair Robert Surcouf, is an thrilling experience, especially when its great white sails are billowing in the wind. etoile-marine.com

STANDUP PADDLEBOARDING

Try your hand at standup paddleboarding on the gentle River Rance, which flows down from Dinard to the medieval town of Dinan, as well as in the many pretty coves near Saint-Malo, whose calm, shallow waters are great for beginners. supequilibre.com.

SEA KAYAKING

To get up close to the islets and islands in Mont SaintMichel Bay, take a sea kayak out on the water with Balade Kayak 35. Stop at the many beaches for a dip, and admire the elegant belle époque facades from the water. baladekayak35.com