Highlight • Historical Site
Dinan Old Town
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Parc naturel régional Vallée de la Rance - Côte d'Émeraude
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Vincent Reboul
October 7, 2021
Cycling
The very pretty Breton medieval town of Dinan is located on the banks of the La Rance river and is made up of an upper town and a lower town. The latter is also the port of the city. The two parts are connected by cobbled streets. Sea boats can come and take shelter in its port in the event of strong storms, because Dinan is located well inland.
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Bernd 🌲🦌🍄🥾
July 18, 2026
Hiking
The old town is among the best-preserved medieval city centers in France. Its origins date back to the 11th century, when the city developed into an important trading and craft center due to its favorable location on the Rance. To this day, narrow cobbled streets, numerous half-timbered houses, and an almost completely preserved city wall with gates and towers characterize the historic cityscape. Landmarks of the old town include, among others, the steep Rue du Jerzual, which connects the city center with the harbor, the Basilica of Saint-Sauveur, the Church of Saint-Malo, and the Clock Tower.
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Bernd 🌲🦌🍄🥾
July 18, 2026
Hiking
Due to its exceptionally well-preserved cultural heritage, Dinan received the „Ville d’Art et d’Histoire“ award from the French Ministry of Culture in 1986. The old town is today one of the most important historical sights in Brittany and provides an authentic impression of life in a medieval town.
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