Walled Saint-Malo, Rennes and the Gulf of Morbihan
Seminars, incentives and conventions in Brittany
Saint-Malo, Rennes and the Gulf of Morbihan: a congress palace by the sea, a university capital 1h25 from Paris and a coastline made for incentives.
- ≈ 1h25
- by TGV from Paris Montparnasse to Rennes
- 1,030
- seats in the main auditorium of the Saint-Malo Grand Large
- 1,000
- seats in the main auditorium of the Rennes Couvent des Jacobins
- 1,500
- maximum capacity for dinners at the Couvent des Jacobins
Brittanyが選ばれる理由
- Rennes is about 1h25 from Paris by TGV, and Saint-Malo about 2h15 on the same line extended.
- Saint-Malo intra-muros, a walled port city, gives memorable evenings and a congress palace facing the sea.
- Rennes combines a congress centre in a restored convent with a lively university city and timbered houses.
- The Gulf of Morbihan offers boat trips among its islands, oyster tastings and sailing activities.
- Seafood and regional produce (oysters, scallops, buckwheat galettes, cider) give a strong gastronomic identity.
- Cooler summers than the south, which is an advantage for active programmes.
空港アクセス
Paris to Rennes by TGV: about 1h25 from Paris Montparnasse. Saint-Malo is reached in about 2h15 by TGV, and Vannes (Gulf of Morbihan) in about 2h30 to 2h45 by TGV, depending on the service.
Rennes-Saint-Jacques (RNS): a regional airport with flights from Paris and several European cities, about 15 minutes from the centre.
Dinard-Pleurtuit-Saint-Malo (DNR): a small airport serving the Emerald Coast, with seasonal flights from the UK.
Nantes Atlantique (NTE): an alternative for the south of Brittany, about 1h15 by road from Vannes.
Rennes to Saint-Malo: about 1 hour by road or by train.
MICE受け入れ体制
In Rennes, the Couvent des Jacobins congress centre, set in a restored historic convent, has a 1,000-seat main auditorium, a 300-seat heritage auditorium, around 25 committee rooms, and seats up to about 1,500 for dinners, according to tourism sources.
In Saint-Malo, Le Grand Large (Palais des Congrès), facing the sea, has an auditorium of 1,030 seats, a 200-seat amphitheatre and 19 meeting rooms, with a maximum capacity of 1,500 for groups; it reopened after a major renovation that added a third rotunda. Figures differ between sources, so configurations are confirmed with the venue.
For seminars of 20 to 150 people, Brittany has upscale hotels, manor houses and seaside resorts, notably in Saint-Malo and around Vannes. Privatisations are confirmed case by case.
ベストシーズン
- April to June: mild weather, long days and good availability; the best period for incentives on the coast.
- July and August: peak tourist season in Saint-Malo and the Gulf of Morbihan, with higher prices and crowded sites.
- Mid-August: the Festival Interceltique de Lorient draws large crowds to the south coast.
- September to October: still mild, with the sea at its warmest and calmer sites; very good for groups.
- November to March: stormy weather and short days, but quiet and affordable; Saint-Malo's high tides are spectacular.
- Brittany's weather is changeable all year: plan an indoor alternative for outdoor activities.
おすすめエリア
Saint-Malo intra-muros
The walled port city, with ramparts, granite houses and seafood restaurants.
Saint-Malo, Grand Large
The seafront congress palace and the hotels of the Sillon beach.
Rennes, centre historique
Timbered houses, the Parlement de Bretagne and the Couvent des Jacobins congress centre.
Golfe du Morbihan
An inland sea dotted with islands, with Vannes as its hub; boat trips and oyster tastings.
Côte d'Émeraude (Dinard)
Belle Époque villas and seaside hotels, across the estuary from Saint-Malo.
コンベンション施設 · Brittany
カンファレンス・MICEホテル
2 軒
注目のレストラン・団体向け
夜のイベント案
- Seafood dinner in a restaurant within the ramparts of Saint-Malo.
- Cocktail on the ramparts at sunset, followed by a private dinner.
- Oyster tasting and dinner at an oyster farm in the Gulf of Morbihan.
- Evening in a manor house or château near Rennes, with a regional chef.
- Crêpes and cider evening with a Breton music group.
企業向けアクティビティ
- Sailing regatta or team boat day in the Gulf of Morbihan.
- Sea-kayaking or coasting walk on the Emerald Coast.
- Oyster and seafood workshop with a producer.
- Guided history walk on the ramparts of Saint-Malo.
- Treasure hunt in Rennes' historic centre.
プログラム例
- Seminar, 2 days, 40 people (Rennes): TGV from Paris, working day at the Couvent des Jacobins, dinner in the old town.
- Incentive, 3 days, 50 people (Saint-Malo): ramparts walk, coastal activity, seafood gala dinner within the walls.
- Retreat, 3 days, 25 people (Gulf of Morbihan): boat trip to the islands, oyster tasting, meetings in a seaside hotel.
よくあるご質問
How long does it take to reach Brittany from Paris?
Rennes is about 1h25 from Paris Montparnasse by TGV. Saint-Malo is about 2h15 and Vannes about 2h30 to 2h45, depending on the service. Regional airports at Rennes and Dinard complete the offer.
Which congress centres are available in Brittany?
Rennes has the Couvent des Jacobins (main auditorium of 1,000 seats), and Saint-Malo has the Palais du Grand Large (1,030 seats). Both offer meeting rooms and exhibition space; configurations are confirmed with the venue.
What is the weather like for an event in Brittany?
The weather is changeable all year, with mild temperatures. Late spring and early autumn are the most reliable. We always prepare an indoor alternative for outdoor activities.
Can we organise a gala dinner inside Saint-Malo's walls?
Yes, restaurants and venues within the ramparts accept private dinners, subject to availability. Capacity is limited for the largest groups, so we sometimes split the group or use a venue on the seafront.
How should we combine Rennes, Saint-Malo and the Gulf of Morbihan?
Rennes and Saint-Malo are about an hour apart and combine easily. The Gulf of Morbihan is about two hours south of Saint-Malo by road, so we usually treat it as a separate stay or a second leg.
Is Brittany suitable for large groups?
Yes, up to about 1,000 people in residence if hotels are split between Rennes and its surroundings, or between Saint-Malo and Dinard. Larger groups require early booking and shuttle logistics.
