Île du Guesclin, Tidal island in Saint-Coulomb, France
The small rocky outcrop rises from the English Channel waters, connected to the mainland by a natural sand path during low tide periods.
The island received its name from Bertrand du Guesclin, a medieval French military commander who led forces during the Hundred Years' War.
The fortress structure on the island transformed from a military defense point into a residence, where French poet Léo Ferré created numerous works.
Visitors need to consult tide schedules and weather conditions before planning their trip, as access paths disappear during high tide.
A thirty-meter deep well carved into the rock formation remains intact, demonstrating the engineering capabilities of medieval builders.
Location: Saint-Coulomb
GPS coordinates: 48.69670,-1.89611
Latest update: June 5, 2025 02:18
Fort Du Guesclin
4 m
Pointe du Grouin
4.2 km
Malouinière de la Ville Bague
2.7 km
Plage Verger
1.7 km
Ancienne église Saint-Méen de Cancale
4 km
Malouinière de la Mettrie-aux-Louëts
4 km
Plage du Guesclin
592 m
Corps de garde des Daules
1.1 km
Malouinière des Courtils-Launay
3.9 km
Cale de l'Épi
4.2 km
Plage des Chevrets
3.7 km
Retranchement de l'âge du Fer de la pointe du Meinga
2.9 km
Malouinière de la Ville Azé
3.8 km
C.O.R.D.(e)
3.8 km
Plage de Port Briac
3.7 km
Plage du Petit Port
869 m
Église Saint-Colomban
2.6 km
Église Saint-Méen de Cancale
4.1 km
Scenic viewpoint
4.1 km
Plage de cancale
4.2 km
Plage de Port-Mer
3.5 km
Chapelle Notre-Dame du Verger
1.2 km
Castel de Barbe brûlée
3.8 km
Château de la Mettrie aux Louëts
4 km
Chapelle Sainte-Sophie de la Ville Bague
2.7 km
Croix des Courtils
4 km
Plage de Port Picain
3.5 km
Plage du Port
2.5 kmReviews
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