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27 Best and Fun Things To Do In Dinan, France


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Dinan is a charming city in Brittany, France, renowned for its medieval buildings and stunning landscapes. It offers numerous museums, art galleries, cozy cafes, and restaurants, making it an ideal destination for anyone visiting northern France.

The Chateau de Dinan is perhaps one of the most popular attractions in the town and is a great site for those interested in history. Dinan is also home to some stunning architecture, such as the Centre Historique, Basilique St.Sauveur, and Porte du Jerzual. And if you’re fond of castles, why not stop by the Eglise Saint-Malo de Dinan?

Here’s our list of the best and most fun things to do in Dinan, France

The 27 Most Popular Things To Do In Dinan, France

27. Esplanade de la fraternité

5.0 ★★★★★ (1 review)

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Location: Rue Waldeck Rousseau Dinan

26. Maison Du Gouverneur

3.0 ★★★☆☆ (2 reviews)

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Location: 24 Rue du Petit Fort Dinan

25. Hôtel Keratry

4.0 ★★★★☆ (2 reviews)

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Location: 17 1 Rue de l’Horloge Dinan

24. Coetquen Tower

3.7 ★★★★☆ (6 reviews)

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Location: 22100 Dinan

23. Château de Beaumanoir

4.1 ★★★★☆ (9 reviews)

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Location: Chateau de Beaumanoir 22 Beaumanoir Evran

Tel:  6-83-36-16-55

Web Address:   http://chateaubeaumanoir.com/

22. Maison De La Harpe

4.3 ★★★★☆ (36 reviews)

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Location: 6 Rue de l’Horloge Dinan

Tel:  2-96-87-36-69

Web Address:   http://harpe-celtique.fr/

21. St. Catherine Tower

4.5 ★★★★★ (47 reviews)

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Location: 22100 Dinan

20. La Ferme de Kémo (uniquement sur réservation)

4.6 ★★★★★ (56 reviews)

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Location: 22130 Corseul

Tel:  6-52-26-66-01

Web Address:   http://lafermedekemo.fr/

19. Menhir de la Tiemblais

4.4 ★★★★☆ (62 reviews)

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Location: 22100 Saint Samson sur Rance

18. House Rance

4.4 ★★★★☆ (77 reviews)

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Location: 32 Quai du Tallard Lanvallay

Tel:  2-96-87-00-40

Web Address:   http://dinan-agglomeration.fr/

17. Étang de Bétineuc

4.4 ★★★★☆ (104 reviews)

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16. Le Vieux Pont

4.6 ★★★★★ (117 reviews)

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Location: 22100 Dinan

15. Le Petit Train de Dinan

3.6 ★★★★☆ (135 reviews)

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Location: Pl Duclos Dinan

Tel:  2-99-88-47-07

Web Address:   http://petit-train-dinan.com/

14. Castle of Léhon

4.3 ★★★★☆ (248 reviews)

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Location: 2 5 All du Chateau Dinan

13. Jardin Anglais

4.5 ★★★★★ (287 reviews)

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Location: 9 Rue Neel de la Vigne Dinan

12. MUSÉE 39-45 – MÉMORIAL BRETAGNE – DINAN

4.3 ★★★★☆ (358 reviews)

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Location: 16 Rue du Pont de la Haye Dinan

Tel:  2-96-39-65-89

Web Address:   http://musee39-45.com/

11. Château de Dinan

4.4 ★★★★☆ (662 reviews)

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Location: Rue du Chateau Dinan

Tel:  2-96-39-45-20

Web Address:   http://chateaudedinan.fr/

10. Base Recreation Bétineuc

4.3 ★★★★☆ (859 reviews)

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Location: 1 D78 Saint Andre des Eaux

Tel:  2-96-87-14-14

Web Address:   http://dinan-agglomeration.fr/

9. Petits Diables Garden

4.3 ★★★★☆ (1,111 reviews)

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Location: Prom des Petits Fosses Dinan

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8. Église Saint-Malo

4.8 ★★★★★ (31 reviews)

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Location: Rue du Chanoine Meinser Dinan

7. Rue du Jerzual

4.8 ★★★★★ (54 reviews)

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6. Musée Yvonne Jean-Haffen

4.5 ★★★★★ (62 reviews)

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Location: 103 Rue du Quai Dinan

Tel:  2-96-87-90-80

Web Address:   http://dinan.fr/

5. Musée du Rail

4.1 ★★★★☆ (140 reviews)

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Location: Gare de Dinan Pl du 11 Novembre 1918 Dinan

Tel:  2-96-39-81-33

Web Address:   http://museedurail-dinan.com/

4. Jerzual Gate

4.6 ★★★★★ (432 reviews)

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Location: Rue du Jerzual Dinan

3. Abbaye de Lehon

4.5 ★★★★★ (846 reviews)

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Location: 18 Le Bourg Dinan

Tel:  2-96-87-40-65

Web Address:   https://dinan.fr/164/expositions-estivales

2. Basilique Saint-Sauveur

4.4 ★★★★☆ (1,187 reviews)

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Location: 14 Pl Saint Sauveur Dinan

1. Tour de l’Horloge

4.4 ★★★★☆ (2,723 reviews)

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Location: 23 Rue de l’Horloge Dinan

Tel:  2-96-87-02-26

Web Address:   https://dinan.fr/156/tour-de-l-horloge

Final Words:

Thank you for reading our list of the best things to do in Dinan, France! We hope it helped you plan the perfect itinerary for your next trip to this fantastic destination. Happy travels!

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