La Côte d'Emeraude - Brittany

La Côte d'Emeraude (Emerald coast) takes its name from the colour of the sea in the region. This particular section of coast covers two departments of Brittany: Ille-et-Vilaine and Côtes d'Armor.

The green sea of the Emerald Coast

Probably the best place to appreciate the Emerald Coast in all its glory is at Cap Fréhel. Its dramatic cliffs and rocky headland jutts out to sea to a backdrop of beautiful heather and gorse.

There are many interesting towns along this stretch of coast, many of which have developed into popular holiday resorts. Several towns have still retained their charm and are worth exploring. These include Lancieux, Cancale, Saint-Briac, Saint Lunaire, Paramé, Saint-Jacut de la Mer, Sables-d'Or-les-Pins and Saint-Cast-le-Guildo.

The larger towns of St Malo and Dinard can also be found along the Emerald Coast.

Sandy beaches are plentiful, with the most popular being Erquy and Val-André. However, there are many more just waiting to be discovered.

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