Enjoy a seaside getaway in Saint-Pair-sur-Mer, a picturesque town set on the Gulf of Saint-Malo. It’s one of several resorts strung along the Normandy coast and is home to a sandy beach and a lively town centre. Iconic destinations like Mont-Saint-Michel are an easy day trip from Saint-Pair-sur-Mer.
Things to do in Saint-Pair-sur-Mer
A five-kilometre-long beach provides the perfect backdrop to swim, sunbathe and stroll. Relax on the beach and enjoy beautiful views across Mont-Saint-Michel Bay and the Gulf of Saint-Malo. Stay active with activities like kayaking and beach volleyball. A paved promenade stretches along the beachfront and is ideal for sunset walks. For a longer walk, head south to Plage de Carolles, a lively village down the coast.
Stroll into the lively town centre and take your pick of cafes, patisseries and creperies. A weekly market pops up in the town and attracts vendors from across Normandy. Stock up on local specialties like apple cider, camembert cheese and freshly caught mussels.
Spend the day in Granville, a vibrant port town filled with beautiful stone mansions. Walk around the charming medieval centre and stroll down to the harbour dotted with brightly painted fishing boats. The enchanting island of Mont-Saint-Michel is another worthwhile day trip.
Fashionistas make a beeline for Musée Christian Dior. The museum occupies the beautiful Belle Epoque villa where the iconic French fashion designer once lived. It’s perched on the clifftops and commands stunning views over the Chausey Islands. Walk through beautifully decorated rooms and admire mannequins wearing exclusive Dior designs, then follow paths winding through the gardens past a wonderland of flowers and roses.
Getting around Saint-Pair-sur-Mer
Saint-Pair-sur-Mer is compact and easy to get around on foot. The town is in the Manche department in Normandy, a 1.5-hour drive from Rennes and four hours from Paris. Ferries sail between Granville and the Chausey Islands.