Pointe de la Varde, Protected cape in Saint-Malo, France.
Rising 32 meters above sea level, Pointe de la Varde extends between Pont beach and Nicet beach along the Bay of Saint-Malo coast.
The French military constructed Fort l'Arboulé at Pointe de la Varde in 1694 to strengthen the defense system of Saint-Malo's port following Vauban's plans.
The Coastal Conservatory maintains designated walking paths throughout Pointe de la Varde to protect native plant species and support natural regeneration.
Visitors reach the cape through marked trails from Saint-Malo, with parking facilities available near both Pont beach and Nicet beach.
German forces transformed the cape during World War II by adding concrete bunkers, which the 83rd American Division captured in August 1944.
Location: Saint-Malo
GPS coordinates: 48.68277,-1.98915
Latest update: May 26, 2025 16:03
Saint-Malo combines stone fortifications with sand beaches and coastal paths. The city walls provide views of the sea, while narrow granite streets lead to historic buildings. Features include the Fort National fortress, Plage du Sillon beach, and the Grand Bé island. The harbor area displays maritime heritage through the Tour Solidor tower and the old town gates.
Rochers sculptés de Rothéneuf
1.5 km
Grand hôtel des Thermes marins
2.8 km
Manoir de Limoëlou
1.9 km
National Fort
4 km
Île Besnard
2.5 km
Phare de Rochebonne
1.5 km
Val beach
1.2 km
Église Saint-Ideuc
2.5 km
Maison du Peuple de Saint-Malo
4 km
Marché de Rocabey
3.6 km
Malouinière des Courtils-Launay
3.9 km
Plage du Minihic
1.4 km
Plage des Chevrets
3.3 km
Crique du Fort
536 m
Jacques Cartier Museum
2 km
Plage du Nicet
794 m
Malouinière de la Grande Gâtinais
2.4 km
Marché de Paramé
2.7 km
Plage du Sillon
3.2 km
Nouvelle église Saint-Malo de Paramé
2.9 km
Plage du Pont
1 km
Église Saint-Michel de Rothéneuf
1.5 km
Plage de Rochebonne
2 km
Chapelle Saint-Vincent de Saint-Coulomb
2.8 km
Chapelle Notre-Dame-des-Flots de Rothéneuf
1.9 km
Ancienne église Saint-Malo de Paramé
2.8 km
Plage de la Hoguette
2.6 km
Épicerie Cueillette
2.8 kmReviews
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