Fort National, Saint-Malo

Name: Fort National
Address: Rocher de l'Islet, Saint-Malo, 35400, France
Telephone: +33 6 72 46 66 26

#2 among attractions in Saint-Malo

Top attraction, Historical place, Military base, Forts and castles

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Facts and practical information

Fort National is a fort on a tidal island a few hundred metres off the walled city of Saint-Malo. The great military architect Vauban had it built in 1689 to protect Saint-Malo's port. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 48°39'18"N, 2°1'24"W

Address

Rocher de l'IsletSaint-Malo 35400 France

Contact

+33 6 72 46 66 26

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Fort National – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Saint-Malo Cathedral, Le Monde du Coquillage, Petit Bé, Grand Bé.

0.4 miS
Cathedral dating from the 12th century
Saint-Malo Cathedral, Saint-Malo
10 min walk • Saint-Malo Cathedral, a beacon of history and architectural prowess, stands proudly in the heart of Saint-Malo, a picturesque city on the coast of Brittany, France. A testament to the city's rich past, this cathedral is a must-see attraction for any visitor interested...
0.6 miS
48°38'48"N • 2°1'32"W
Le Monde du Coquillage, Saint-Malo
15 min walk • Specialty museum, Museum
0.7 miW
Tiny island with a 17th-century fort
Petit Bé, Saint-Malo
18 min walk • Petit Bé is a tidal island near the city of Saint-Malo, France, close to the larger island of Grand Bé. At low tide one can walk to the island from the nearby Bon-Secours beach.
0.5 miSW
Island with a fort and author gravesite
Grand Bé, Saint-Malo
14 min walk • Grand Bé is a tidal island near Saint-Malo, France. It is located at the mouth of the Rance River, a few hundred metres from the walls of Saint-Malo. At low tide the island can be reached on foot from the nearby Bon-Secours beach. On the island are the remains of an ancient fort.
0.5 miS
48°38'49"N • 2°1'27"W
Demeure de Corsaire - Hôtel Magon, Saint-Malo
14 min walk • Historical place, Museum
0.5 miW
Monuments and statues
Tombeau de François René de Chateaubriand, Saint-Malo
13 min walk • The tomb of Chateaubriand is the tomb where François-René de Chateaubriand, famous French writer born in Saint-Malo on September 4, 1768 and died in Paris on July 4, 1848 is buried.
0.9 miSE
48°38'50"N • 2°0'25"W
Pôle culturel La Grande Passerelle, Saint-Malo
24 min walk • Library

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Fort National?

Nearby attractions include Saint-Malo Cathedral, Saint-Malo (10 min walk), Tombeau de François René de Chateaubriand, Saint-Malo (13 min walk), Grand Bé, Saint-Malo (14 min walk), Demeure de Corsaire - Hôtel Magon, Saint-Malo (14 min walk).

How to get to Fort National by public transport?

The nearest stations to Fort National:

Bus

Intra-Muros • Lines: 1, 2, 2 Ex, 6, 8, 9 Été (8 min walk)
Sillon • Lines: 6, 9 Été (12 min walk)

Train

Saint-Malo (27 min walk)

Fort National, Saint-Malo

Facts and practical information

Fort National – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Saint-Malo Cathedral, Saint-Malo

Le Monde du Coquillage, Saint-Malo

Petit Bé, Saint-Malo

Grand Bé, Saint-Malo

Demeure de Corsaire - Hôtel Magon, Saint-Malo

Tombeau de François René de Chateaubriand, Saint-Malo

Pôle culturel La Grande Passerelle, Saint-Malo

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Fort National?

How to get to Fort National by public transport?