Things to see and do LA COTE D'EMERAUDE

Sensations guaranteed! The lighthouse (145 steps), built in 1950, is actually the third building. The first was suggested by Vauban in 1694. It was lited up in 1702 and only during winter months. In 1774, a lamppost with 60 spherical reflectors replaced the inferno. Placed in a lantern, this system started working in 1821. The range of its fire ranged from 15 to 21 miles. The second lighthouse was built around 1840, dues to the state of the building. The project is a new 22 m high octagonal tower which can support a Fresnel optic. The range of fire went up to 25 miles. The electrification plans of 1880 were abandonned following a ministerial decision. During the Second World War, the lighthouse is used as an observation post for the German army who destroyed the building on August 11, 1944. Only the old Vauban tower remained standing and supported a temporary fire until 1950. The current lighthouse, the third, was built from 1950. It uses a xenon arch lamp; the size of its fire varies from 200 m (very thick fog) to 120 km (good weather). At the top, you find yourself at more than 100 metres above sea level. In clear weather, you can be at 100 km! It is one of the most powerful lighthouses in France, it has been classified as a historical monument in 2011.

A huge program for the summer of 2018! The three guides - Aurélien, Marion and Jérôme - are waiting for you to discover the natural heritage of the two capes. A multitude of nature outings with different themes are proposed. Manufacture of wooden games using materials harvested from nature, discovery of life at low tide, seaweed, stroll in the Bay of Fresnaye, introduction to geology, trip to the heart of an underwater volcano, discovery of an active coastal quarry... The union also offers sea kayaking trips (along Cap d'Erquy, in front of Fort La Late or near Islet du Verdelet) and the intervention of specialists in sea rescue or on Cape Frehel during the Second World War. A whole program!

Come aboard the Chateaubriand, a cruise ship with old-fashioned charm. The Chateaubriand offers cruises departing from the dam, ideal for discovering the beauty of the Rance Valley, with family, friends or lovers. You can also opt for a lunch or dinner cruise (3 hours). The cruises allow you to discover the villages on the banks of the Rance, the islets, the malouinières or the fauna and flora. An escape game is also possible: the Mac'h Low mystery. We advise you to book your excursion.

It offers a wide variety of collections, from abstract photography to series on Emerald Coast landscapes. The gallery also offers fine art prints, photo shoots, wedding coverage and photography courses. For lovers of art and photography, the Candide Camera gallery is a must-see during your stay in Dinard.