Intramuros (walled city)

Saint-Malo, France

The historic walled city, home to the 12th-century walls and Demeure du Corsaire museum.

Places in Intramuros (walled city)

Le Chalut Renowned for inventive Breton cuisine with a focus on local, seasonal ingredients, specialising in fresh seafood including roasted sole and scallops.
La Fourchette à Droite A contemporary bistro showcasing the best of local ingredients, with dishes like seaweed-infused monkfish gravlax.
Crepêrie du Corps de Garde Located in a 17th-century military post within the 12th-century walls, offering buckwheat crêpes.
Bistro Autour du Beurre Bordier Associated with master butter maker and cheese merchant Jean-Yves Bordier.
Le Grand Bé bar Tucked inside the ancient city walls, with contemporary-elegant vibes, plus a restaurant, tearoom and spa in 17th-century vaults.
Intramuros evening bars Bars throughout the walled city, popular for evening drinks near the historic ramparts.

Best time to visit: May to September offers warm weather for the beaches along Sillon and walking the ancient city walls.
Getting around: Saint-Malo's walled old town (intramuros) is compact and entirely walkable, with Sillon beach a short walk along the coast.
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Language: French. English is common in tourism.
Timezone: CET (UTC+1, UTC+2 in summer)
Current trends: Saint-Malo's dining scene continues showcasing hyper-local Breton ingredients, with La Fourchette à Droite's contemporary bistro dishes like seaweed-infused monkfish gravlax reflecting a growing sophistication alongside the city's beloved traditional crêperies.

Sillon beach area — A long sweep of golden sands along the coast.
Demeure du Corsaire quarter — Home to one of Saint-Malo's most fascinating museums.