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The Channel Islands

Jersey, Guernsey, Alderney, Sark and Herm, are the five main islands of the Channel archipelago, which comprises more than a thousand islets and reefs. The two largest, Jersey and Guernsey, are very popular, especially at weekends.

The islands belong to the British crown but are not part of the European Union. For this reason, a valid passport is essential to visit them. Only one ferry company operates from Saint-Malo, with 14 rotations a week.

Jersey, an island “so British”

The island of Jersey is a popular destination for English-style shopping. Saint-Hélier, the capital, is renowned for its beautiful ready-to-wear boutiques, designer and antique objects, and luxury brands.
But Jersey is above all an island of wild, unspoilt nature with large sandy beaches and sumptuous cliffs. The island, exposed to the Atlantic swells in the Bay of Saint-Ouen, is a popular surfing spot for the English.

Jersey Tourist Office

Guernesey, the island of wild flowers

Nature is just as exceptional on the island of Guernsey, a 1-hour crossing from Jersey. Nature reserves, picturesque little ports, sandy beaches and rocky coves dot the green island’s 160 kilometres of coastline. Lavender, exotic lilies and wild orchids perfume the island for much of the year.
In Saint-Peter Port, the capital, a visit to Hauteville House, Victor Hugo’s house is a must! Its extraordinary décor bears witness to the genius of the writer who spent fifteen years in exile in this mansion, built on the heights of the town.

Guernsey Tourist Office

Great Britain

Just a few hours by ferry from Saint-Malo, the south of England offers interesting city break possibilities and a guaranteed change of scenery.

Portsmouth, the port city

Whether it’s the Spinnaker Tower, an ultra-modern building in the shape of a sail that dominates the city from the top of its 170 metres, the maritime museums or the ship HMS Victory, The naval base that was the birthplace of Charles Dickens is resolutely turned towards the sea. The city is also an attractive shopping destination with no shortage of museums, art galleries and major events. From Saint-Malo, Brittany Ferries offers direct daily crossings. Remember to take a valid identity card or passport.

Scapes from Portsmouth

Portsmouth is also an ideal gateway to the south of England. A train journey of around 1 hour 30 minutes will take you to Brighton. A seaside resort popular with Londoners for its vast pebble beach, the famous Brighton Pier, home to several amusement rides, and its rich cultural and artistic life. Portsmouth is also within easy reach of the capital. London is just 2 hours by train from the naval city. There’s plenty of time for shopping and cultural escapades. For nature lovers, the South Downs National Park offers vast rolling landscapes covered in forests and meadows, as well as a rugged coastline overlooked by chalk cliffs. A great place to recharge your batteries and go walking.

Official website for tourism in Great Britain

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Parking Terminal Ferry du Naye – Long-term parking

Reserved for passengers on ferries to Great Britain and the Channel Islands, car park at the pier – Terminal Ferry du Naye.
Outdoors, unsupervised, chargeable. Please check with your ferry company, who will be able to give you all the information you need.