Manoir de Limoëlou

Manoir de Limoëlou is a three-story manor house in Saint-Malo with a stone tower and Renaissance architectural details throughout its structure. The building sits between Saint-Malo and Cancale and now functions as a museum presenting maritime history and exploration.

The manor was built in the 15th century and later acquired by navigator Jacques Cartier in 1541 after completing his expeditions to Canada. Cartier transformed it into his residence and spent his later years documenting his discoveries there.

The manor displays navigation tools and maps from the age of exploration, showing visitors how seafarers of the 16th century worked and planned their journeys. These objects reveal the practical knowledge needed for long voyages across the Atlantic.

Visitors should call ahead to confirm opening times and book guided tours, as schedules vary seasonally. The property is easily reached by car and located within Saint-Malo, a town accessible from surrounding areas.

This is the only surviving residence of navigator Jacques Cartier, whose expeditions mapped the Saint Lawrence River and established French presence in North America. The manor's walls contain the physical traces of a life spent bridging two continents.