Malestroit

Malestroit

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownMalestroitSaint-Marcel at 3.1 km (5 min)
Insee code56124Missiriac at 4.5 km (8 min)
Postcode56140Bohal at 6.1 km (7 min)
Latitude47.8101730Sérent at 10.3 km (11 min)
Longitude-2.3833390Ruffiac at 10.4 km (12 min)
AltitudeFrom 10 to 95 metersLe Roc-Saint-André at 11.4 km (10 min)
Surface5.81 km²Caro at 11.6 km (12 min)
Population2478 inhabitantsMontertelot at 12.9 km (11 min)
Density449 inhabitants/km²Monterrein at 13.3 km (14 min)
National labelLizio at 15.4 km (16 min)
Chief townVannes (at 41 km, 33 min)Rochefort-en-Terre at 15.7 km (18 min)
DepartmentMorbihanQuily at 15.7 km (15 min)
RegionBrittanySearch another town
LOCATION

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TOWN PRESENTATION

Born in 987, the Millennium city rich in historical events and cultural mesmerizes visitors to its many charms. Formerly a pilgrimage to Compostela, this small town with character in the story came at the signing of a truce of many of the Hundred Years War in the Chapel of the Madeleine by the kings of France and England . The medieval stalls, Intramuros, are fine examples of the expansion and prosperity that gripped Malestroit, became one of the nine baronies of Britain in the late Middle Ages. Economic activity was essentially built around the textile industry (flax, hemp?), Leather and building materials (sand, tuff, slate?) From Pays de la Loire. But this time there was no question of borrowing the freeways! It was thanks to the Canal from Nantes to Brest and its surroundings through Malestroit that this work could be done. Beautiful Canal from Nantes to Brest: real economic artery, it was dug in the early 19th century and travels throughout Central Brittany. Today, its mission is more than tourism and is a delight for fans of river tourism. The passage remains a beautiful flower locks unusual sight over the water. But, back to the heart of the city that leaves no one indifferent. The eyes of visitors continue to move the church of St. Gilles, the Romanesque and Gothic mansions of the rich-timbered and carved beams. Underfoot, tiny cobbled alleyways and guide them in its history and splendor. It is for such legacies and efforts that Malestroit entered the circle of 19 Small Cities of Character of Britain. Furthermore, in recognition of the Canal from Nantes to Brest, Malestroit opened the doors of a House of Water and Fisheries, near the Lock.


SIGHTSEEING
  • The streets of the City of Character.
  • The Church of St. Gilles.
  • The House of Water and Fisheries.
Detailed information
Information pointsTourist Office of Malestroit
MonumentsChapel of La Madeleine,   Church Saint-Gilles,   House Le Moué,   House of La Truie qui file,   House of the Pélican

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS
  • Fridays Canal: Every Friday night from late June to late August, free concerts.
  • Festival Au Pont du Rock: The last weekend of July.
  • Guided tour of the city all year round by reservation for groups. For individuals in July and August on Tuesday at 15h.

ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
  • Museums:
  • A Lizio: Ecomuseum of Traditional Crafts - Poet Metal Museum - Insectarium.
  • At Saint-Marcel: Museum of the Resistance Bretonne.
  • A Serent: House of Costumes Britons.
  • Castles and Manors:
  • A Ruffiac: Manor Balangeard.
  • At Saint-Guyomard Castle Brignac.
  • A Serent: Manor Tromeur.
  • A Missiriac: Castle of Morlaye.
  • At Saint-Marcel Manor Vaugace.
  • The Roc-Saint-Andre: Manoir de La Touche Carne.
  • At Saint-Guyomard: Court of Bovrel.
  • Arts and Crafts
  • Sculpture, pottery, ceramics in La Chapelle-Caro.
  • Ceramics and Pottery Lizio.
  • China Painting in Saint-Guyomard.
PHOTOS
The canal from Nantes to Brest and Green Lane
 
Street Malestroit
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WEATHER
Tuesday 14 February
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Night
Min. 4°C - Max. 8°C
Wednesday 15 February
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Min. 3°C - Max. 9°C
Thursday 16 February
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Min. 3°C - Max. 10°C
RESTAURANTS 
Manoir de la combe  
10
Pleucadeuc
Restaurant Hotel Manoir de la Combe. There are places where one feels at home... The charm of an old house in an exceptional green and calm in a park of 3 hectares. A haven of peace...
Located 1.3 km from MalestroitFrom 25 € to 40 € per person 
Le lion d'or
Elven
We welcome you in a former 15th century manor house in a pleasant and familiar with innovative cuisine to the son of the seasons. Come enjoy our new specialty Elvinoise the outbreak....
Located 17.7 km from MalestroitFrom 10 € to 35 € per person 
La Taverne
Redon
Traditional restaurant which offers a beautiful setting that was restored in 2010 in this 400 year old building with its timber-framed façade, with three wonderful renovated rooms and...
Located 28 km from MalestroitFrom 20 € to 35 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Popote et Polochon    
9.3
Saint-Martin-sur-Oust
Between Rochefort-en-Terre and Gacilly, Anthony and Stephanie welcome you in an old school / church hall renovated in the heart of St Martin sur Oust, 100 m from the Canal from Nantes...
Located 11.8 km from MalestroitFrom 68 € to 80 € the double room 
Chateau de st malo  
Ploërmel
Bed and breakfast in a. romantic castle in 1900.
Located 13.5 km from MalestroitFrom 84 € to 94 € the double room 
Studios d'hôtes de kergonan    
10
Elven
Your studio awaits guests in a region rich in heritage and colors. A subtle harmony between earth and sea. The Gulf of Morbihan, the quiet estuaries and mudflats will charm you sleepy....
Located 16 km from MalestroitFrom 51 € to 72 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Clyo
Caro
In the outbuildings of a castle, farmhouse in large enclosed grounds of 2 hectares 5, pool, playground, barbecue, garden, sunbathing refined decoration, heating, fireplace, very comfortable...
Located 4.3 km from MalestroitFrom 600 € to 1300 € per week 
Gîte pour deux personnes à Kirdi-Clos  
9.6
Ploërmel
Studio with terrace adjoining the owners house, all situated in a landscaped garden of 2 ha, very calm and very close to downtown Ploërmel. Vous can walk in the park, petting small...
Located 15.1 km from MalestroitFrom 180 € to 230 € per week 
Gîte de Cranhac
Peillac
The lodging of Cranhac, in arz of oust, located Peillac (56), located in the. Large natural area of ​​the lower valley of Oust, you can switch. Stay calm but dynamic in a former stable...
Located 15.5 km from Malestroit 

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CAMPSITES 
Domaine du Roc    
10
Le Roc-Saint-André
Traditional camping and atypical rental (mobile homes, cottages, tree houses, caravans to rent collection for 1 or 2 nights) located along the canal from Nantes to Brest, near Malestroit,...
Located 7.6 km from MalestroitFrom 11 € to 13 € per day 
Camping du bois vert    
9.6
Carentoir
Small family campsite, part shade, constructed out of town on the edge of a pond fish. Pitches for tents, caravans. Motorhomes allowed. Rental of mobile homes. Open from 01 April to...
Located 18.4 km from Malestroit13.20 € per day 
Camping Merlin l'enchanteur  
Loyat
A beautiful campsite with mature trees throughout situated next to the river Yvel and the forest of Brocéliande. Heated, covered swimming pool.
Located 19.9 km from Malestroit 

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HOTELS
Hotel et Restaurant Manoir De La Combe     
8.5
Pleucadeuc
Set in a peaceful 3-hectare park, the Manoir provides a warm welcome, 25 minutes from Vannes and 600 metres from the Malestroit, one of the famous “Petite Citée de Caractère'. The Hotel...
Located 1.3 km from MalestroitRoom from 70 €
La Tour du Lion    
8.5
Rochefort-en-Terre
Set in a beautiful village, this listed residence with granite facades dating from the mid-16th-century welcomes you in an historic setting. Each of the 5 guest rooms at the La Tour...
Located 12.8 km from MalestroitRoom from 79 €
Ar Peoch    
7.9
Rochefort-en-Terre
This residence is located in the Brittany village of Rochefort-en-Terre. It offers spacious and furnished apartments and a heated outdoor swimming pool. The Ar Peoch serves a buffet...
Located 12.9 km from MalestroitRoom from 52 €

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