Saint-Cast-le-Guildo
Located in Britain, less than 1h30 from Rennes, Saint-Cast-le-Guildo is an ideal base for a stay on the emerald coast, which owes its name to the beauty and color of the sea!
Saint-Cast-le-Guildo, charming seaside resort
The Saint-Cast-le-Guildo peninsula is a delicious mix of immense sandy beaches, secret coves and exceptional panoramas. Framed by two bays, the Bay of Arguenon and the Bay of Fresnaye, Saint-Cast offers magnificent landscapes contrasted by cliffs, rocky coves and 7 sandy beaches.
If you prefer large expanses of fine golden sand, opt for the large beach or Pen Guen beach, and if you are looking for quieter coves, Mare beach or Pissotte beach will be the best choice. seduce you.
Fine sand and blue waters make up the coastline and will offer you a privileged setting for your holidays by the sea.
Our essentials!
The peninsula is divided into different “neighborhoods”, both homogeneous and particular. Together they form the commune of Saint-Cast-le-Guildo, but each has its own history and particularities. They are revealed during walks or bike rides.
The Port of Armor
Opened in 2009, the deep-water marina called "Saint-Cast, Port d'Armor" now welcomes many yachtsmen, shipping companies offering sea excursions, a few shops and restaurants. It is connected to the Mielles district by a footpath on the side of the rock.
Our Lady of Guildo
Since 1972, Saint-Cast has been united with the town of Notre-Dame du Guildo, located on the bank of the Arguenon, thus becoming the commune of Saint-Cast le Guildo. A former commercial port, the port of Guildo is today a small, charming marina that should be discovered at high tide.
The Honeys
The Mielles district is the tourist center of the resort in the heart of the city, with its large beach, its many shops and summer activities.
L'Isle
A former fishing district, the Isle district retains the authenticity of yesteryear and revolves around its commercial core: Place Anatole Le Braz. We appreciate the charm of the small stone houses, the alleys and the Sainte-Blanche chapel.
The guard
Pointe de la Garde offers you an exceptional view of the two largest beaches of Saint-Cast: Grande Plage and Pen Guen Beach. An oratory was built there following the wish expressed by the castins during the bombardment of Saint-Cast by the occupier during the Liberation battles,
The Point of the Bay
La Pointe du Bay offers a unique view of the bouchots and the bay of Arguenon.
A small paradise for families active as for those who wish to indulge in laze.
Whether it's a boat trip, a paddle, tennis, eating ice cream on the beach, a bike ride or a trip to the market! The Saint-Cast-le-Guildo peninsula is a delicious mix of immense sandy beaches, secret coves and exceptional panoramas. Dotted with prestigious villas, picturesque mansions and authentic fishermen's houses, the resort will never cease to amaze you !
Here we discover the recipe for Happiness, do what you want, how you want, when you want!
Enjoy many leisure activities!
Saint-Cast-le-Guildo is the leisure and nature sports resort par excellence, for all levels: initiation, improvement, sports training:
Sailing
The resort has many service providers and associations in the field of water sports. The exceptional body of water of the Bay of Saint-Cast, well sheltered between Cap Fréhel and Pointe du Grouin, makes it an ideal place for safe navigation (light or habitable sailing, sea kayaking, diving , old rigging, cruising school, etc.).
Psst, apprentice sailors, meet at Nautical Center of Saint-Cast, eco-responsible charter, to fill up on nautical activities! 🌿🛶
Ropes
Acrobatic courses in the trees open to all, from 3 years old! A fun and sporting activity on nearly 100 workshops spread over 8 courses, in a 1.5 hectare wooded park. Zip lines, rope bridges, Tarzan jumps, mountain surfing...
Horse riding
2 equestrian centers offer lessons or rides, all year round.
Unforgettable: the horseback ride, in the Bay of Arguenon, or on the beach of Pen Guen, at sunrise for experienced riders. And for less seasoned riders: “sea view” walks through fields and paths.
Golf of Pen Guen
Between the beach, the pines and the greens, there is only one step in Saint-Cast. Pleasantly windy and protected at the same time, this 18-hole course bordered by a fine sand beach is as technical as it is fun and playable all year round. Introductory or advanced courses.
The Club House overlooks the sea and offers a relaxation area (reception, pro-shop, changing rooms with shower).
Tennis
7 clay courts, 4 padel courts and 4 pickleball courts will be at your disposal and will allow you to play, follow courses, benefit from a sparring service or take private lessons. A rope service will also be available. In addition to all the services offered: padel courses, activities and tournaments and a pro-shop.
Aquatic walk
Three or four times a week, in Saint-Cast-Le-Guildo, on the Grande Plage, we observe a strange phenomenon... From time to time, we can see a small group of black silhouettes crossing the road which separates the swimming pool at the Grande Castine Beach. Like penguins, they approach the sea. Some hop on the table, turn right and left while the “chief” of the tribe gives instructions to the group.
Discover "The Castin Penguins"Hiking
Saint-Cast-le-Guildo is a stopover for hikers traveling the GR 34, between the peninsulas of Saint-Jacut and Fréhel.
- Saint-Jacut-de-la-Mer / Saint-Cast-le-Guildo: 19 km
- Saint-Cast-le-Guildo / Fort La Latte: 22 km
Saint-Cast-le-Guildo offers nearly 20 km of coastal paths (the famous “GR 34” or “customs officers’ path” around the Breton coast), offering you unexpected views and breathtaking panoramas. In order to preserve the GR34, stay on the marked trails!🌿
The good family idea: a treasure hunt
The Tourist Office has put together treasure hunts for little wolves and their families.
In Saint-Cast-le-Guildo you will go in search of Alfred's Treasure. Your curious little ones, and you, will discover the history and heritage of the seaside resort at your own pace. We go through challenges, puzzles, drawings and games to find the secret code of the chest and the place where it is hidden!
A little gumption, skill, and curiosity and that’s it! the treasure is yours!
