What to see and do in 1 day in Cancale?
For your next holiday at Domaine de la Ville du Huchet, a campsite near Cancale, take the time to discover the region during a day in this charming seaside fiching port of Ille-et-Vilaine. If you don't know what to do yet, here is the programme we suggest. Ready to disconnect? It's over here!
A short morning walk along the Douaniers trail from your campsite near Cancale
There is no longer any need to introduce the famous long-distance footpath 34, the GR34, also known as the "sentier des Douaniers". For those who have not yet had the chance to walk it, this coastal path runs along the Breton coast for almost 2000 km. It is a real institution as it offers sumptuous views of Brittany's maritime coastline, with its countless coves, inlets and beaches. It is therefore impossible to ignore a trip to the countryside to start your day in Cancale.
Routes to discover on the GR34, near your campsite near Cancale
The mornings are particularly suitable for a hike along the GR34, the colours are marvellous at sunrise, and the temperature is most pleasant in the summer months. You can choose between two routes, each of them rivalling in beauty! The first possibility is to leave from the Port of Cancale and head for the Pointe du Grouin. This is a route for the more athletic, even if it is very accessible as it is 7km long. Another possibility, rather intended for families with young children, is to take the GR34 from the Chapelle du Verger and head towards the Pointe du Grouin; for a somewhat shorter itinerary, of less than 1 hour in all, over 4km.
In either case, you'll be amazed! The seaside in this corner of Brittany is of a rare beauty, the nature is preserved, the horizon well cleared! And as the famous show says: "And at the end, there is the sea!" yes, because the Pointe du Grouin in Cancale is this peak which advances right in the middle of the water, giving you the impression to be on the deck of a boat...
Take a well-deserved break at lunchtime to savour the gastronomy of Cancale
How can you spend a holiday at a campsite near Cancale without tasting the town's unmissable star, the oyster? If you are a fan of this unique seafood, then a lunch break at the Marché aux Huîtres de Cancale is a must! Located at the very end of the port of Cancale, the Oyster Market honours the passionate work of local producers, oyster farmers renowned for the very high quality of the natural oysters they produce, raise and serve to their customers during a tasting session rich in taste sensations.
The good restaurants of the port of Cancale
You can also take advantage of your break in the port of Cancale to sit down at one of the local restaurants. You can choose between the restaurant Le Bout Du Quai, C'Comme à la Maison, the Crêperie du Port, the Phare or Chez Victor. These are all good restaurants where you can enjoy dishes made from fresh, seasonal and local produce.
And if you prefer to have lunch in the open air, then the Corniche picnic area is perfect. You will certainly appreciate the breathtaking view of the port of Cancale and the Bay of Mont-Saint-Michel.
An afternoon dedicated to strolling...
For the rest of the day, a good idea is to visit the oyster beds of Cancale, a totally unmissable activity when on holiday in the region. This is a unique opportunity to learn more about local traditions, history and the meticulous work of oyster farmers. From the Oyster Market, a guide will show you the richness of local oyster farming, the techniques used to grow and develop the town's famous oysters.
And then comes the moment so long awaited by many to enjoy a moment of idleness with a stop on the beach. For some, it's an opportunity to take a nap, for others to swim or simply to contemplate the beauty of the sea... The choice is yours!
As you can see, there is plenty to do during a day in Cancale. La Ville Huchet is ideally situated as our campsite is very close to Cancale, only 16 km away.