Dinard 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.
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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.
Best Things to Do in Dinard#
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Dinard Bucket List#
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.
December - February
6 - 9°C (43 - 48°F)
Mild, maritime winters with fewer tourists; coastal paths remain dramatic but bring waterproofs and layers for chilly, windy days and quiet promenades.
March - May & September - November
9 - 16°C (48 - 61°F)
Camellias and rhododendrons shine in spring; September-October are pleasant and uncrowded - great for seaside strolls and sampling creperies with local cider.
June - August
15 - 21°C (59 - 70°F)
Sunny, lively summers attract beachgoers; promenades buzz with activity, yet sea breezes keep temperatures comfortable for day trips and island ferries.
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 most easily reached via Saint‑Malo or Rennes by train or bus; the Dinard airport handles local/regional flights. For getting around, a mix of local buses, ferries (seasonal), cycling and walking works well.
- Train (Saint‑Malo / Rennes) (€5-€30 typical regional fares) - Saint‑Malo station is the closest mainline rail hub; Rennes is the nearest TGV station. From either, local buses or taxis complete the short final leg to Dinard. Trains are reliable; allow time for a bus/taxi transfer from the station.
- Local buses / shuttles (€1.50-€5 typical single fares) - Local services link Dinard with Saint‑Malo, the ferry crossings and nearby towns. Bus frequency improves in summer; useful for short trips when parking is limited in peak season.
- Ferry / boat crossings (€2-€8 one-way (seasonal)) - There are seasonal boat/ferry crossings between Dinard and Saint‑Malo-pleasant and often the fastest route during tourist season. Timetables are seasonal so check ahead.
- Taxi / private transfer (€8-€40 typical) - Taxis are convenient for transfers from the airport or train stations and for late-night travel. Pre-booking is recommended during busy weekends and summer.
- Bicycle (€8-€20/day (hire)) - Dinard’s promenade and nearby coastal roads make cycling a pleasant option for short sightseeing trips. Rentals are usually available in season; some routes can be hilly.
- Walking - Dinard’s seafront, beaches and town centre are best experienced on foot-most attractions are within easy walking distance.
Where to Stay in Dinard#
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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.
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.
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.
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