What to do in Cancale in a day?

Known as the chemin de ronde or the customs officers’ path, this 11-kilometre trail offers a lovely walk for nature lovers and is easily manageable with children. From the cliff road that descends towards the port of La Houle to the Pointe du Nid overlooking Petit Port beach, you will enjoy the surrounding landscape with sea views, and once you reach the Pointe des Crolles, you will pause before the wonderful panorama that opens onto Mont-Saint-Michel.

Want to discover everything about Cancale’s famous oysters? Before the tasting, this oyster and shellfish museum will whet your appetite. Farming and production, flat or cupped oysters — everything will be explained about the local oysters renowned for their vigorous aromas.

You can also admire an incredible collection of more than 1,500 shellfish species.