Dinard Travel Guide
City City in Brittany, France, by the sea
Dinard’s Belle Époque villas look out over the Rance estuary; pebble beaches, coastal promenades and thalassotherapy clinics attract seasonal visitors. Seafood brasseries and weekend markets give the town a decidedly local feel.
Why Visit Dinard? #
A fashionable seaside resort on Brittany’s Emerald Coast, Dinard attracts fans of Belle Époque architecture, sandy beaches and a lively festival scene. Plage de l’Écluse and the promenade offer easy bathing and people-watching, while villas from a bygone era provide elegant streetscapes; the town’s annual film festival draws cinephiles each autumn. Seafood and Breton galettes feature on menus, making Dinard a refined coastal escape with both seaside relaxation and cultural pulse.
Top Things to Do in Dinard
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- Plage de l'Écluse - Popular sandy beach beside the town centre with promenades and tidal pools.
- Villa Les Roches Brunes - Historic villa formerly owned by Sarah Bernhardt, open for coastal walks and photos.
- Promenade du Clair de Lune - Scenic seaside promenade linking villas, beaches and viewpoints along the coast.
- Marché de Dinard - Weekly market selling local produce, seafood, cheeses and Breton specialties.
- Pointe du Moulinet - Rocky headland offering quiet walks and panoramic views across the Rance estuary.
- Plage du Prieuré - Smaller sandy cove popular with families and sheltered swimming at low tide.
- Saint-Enogat quarter - Chic neighbourhood with artisan shops, cafés and quieter beaches away from the centre.
- Saint-Malo - Walled port city with cobbled streets, ramparts and rich maritime history fifteen minutes away.
- Mont-Saint-Michel - Island abbey and medieval streets accessible as a full-day excursion from Dinard.
Best Time to Visit Dinard #
Dinard is most enjoyable from late spring through early autumn when gardens and promenades are alive and beach weather is pleasant. Winters are mild but windy, bring layers.
Best Time to Visit Dinard #
Dinard's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 4°C to 22°C. Moderate rainfall (759 mm/year).
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 9°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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February
February is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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March
March is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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April
April is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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November
November is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 7°C. The wettest month with 91 mm of rain, mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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December
December is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 5°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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How to Get to Dinard
Dinard is a seaside resort on Brittany's northern coast, close to Saint‑Malo. Dinard-Pleurtuit airport is the closest; Rennes and Saint‑Malo handle larger regional and national connections.
Dinard-Pleurtuit-Saint‑Malo Airport (DNR): The nearest airport to Dinard with seasonal and regional services. From the airport a taxi to Dinard town centre takes about 15-25 minutes; some buses also connect to Dinard and Saint‑Malo.
Rennes-Saint‑Jacques (RNS): Rennes airport is the larger regional hub with more flights; from Rennes you can take a bus or train to Saint‑Malo and then a short local bus or taxi to Dinard. Travel time from Rennes to Dinard is about 1-1.5 hours by public transport.
Train: The nearest mainline rail station is at Saint‑Malo (SNCF); from Saint‑Malo it’s a short bus or taxi to Dinard. Rennes station is the nearest TGV hub (Rennes-TGV) with onward regional services or bus links.
Bus: Local buses and shuttles link Dinard with Saint‑Malo, Saint‑Malo station, and the surrounding resorts. Seasonal routes increase in summer-check local timetables for the best options.
How to Get Around Dinard #
Dinard is a compact seaside resort that’s easy to get around on foot, especially along the seafront promenades. Local buses link Dinard with Saint-Malo and nearby beaches; taxis and seasonal shuttles are available during the summer. Driving is convenient for exploring the coast; parking is available but can be busy in high season. Short local bus trips are inexpensive and frequent in summer.
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Where to Eat in Dinard #
Breakdown of cuisine types found across Dinard's restaurants and food venues, based on OpenStreetMap data.
Nightlife in Dinard #
Nightlife picks up in summer with bars, late restaurants and events; outside high season the town is much quieter. The casino provides the main late-evening entertainment, while most other places offer relaxed drinks and dining.
- Casino Barrière de Dinard - Seaside casino hosting slot machines, table games and occasional events.
Shopping in Dinard #
Dinard has boutique shops, seaside gift stores and local food outlets clustered near the Promenade and town centre. You’ll find seasonal pop-ups and artisan stalls in summer; for large-scale retail, head to nearby Saint-Malo.
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