Excursion S.a.l.t. exquisite cancale gourmet experience tour at St Malo

After an approximately 45 minute drive, enjoy a guided visit of Cancale, take a walk with your guide along “La Houle”, an historical seamen neighbourhood to understand the importance of its oysters and other shellfishes.

Roellinger’s estate “La Maison du Voyageur”

End your guided tour around the Roellinger’s estate “La Maison du Voyageur”, a Malouine house from the 17th century who has seen Olivier Roellinger grew up both personally and professionally. Have a glimpse of the Maison du Voyageur that now serves as a private spices laboratory before stepping into the “Epices Roellinger” first shop, opened twenty years ago. There, you will have some time to discover an important variety of spices and purchase some of the famous spices’ associations.

Oyster Farm “La Ferme Marine”

You will then be driving to the oyster farm “La Ferme Marine”. During your guided visit, discover everything about oysters, including how they are farmed, washed, conditioned and processed for consumption. Afterward, stop by the onsite shell museum before proceeding for a champagne-and-oyster-tasting. You will especially have the chance to try the Tsarskaya Oyster, a superior quality oyster exclusivily matured in Cancale from 3 to 6 months on the ocean front near the Mont Saint Michel and its bay, knowed for its high tides ideal for the cultivation of oysters. Its name comes from the times when Russian Tsars used to import these special oysters, from Cancale till Russia to be delivered to the Court throughout the 19th century, making this oyster’s renown.

Gourmet Lunch at Le Bistrot de Cancale

After your visits, continue to immerse yourself in the tastes of Cancale and combine the different flavours of the day in your plate, with a lunch of one of the Bricourt houses: Le Bistrot de Cancale. Opened in 2022 by Hugo, Olivier Roellinger’s son, and his wife, this restaurant aims to share a traditionnal seaside cuisine, imbued of the Roellinger expertise and culinary signature. In a marine decor with a view on the small beach of Port-Mer (residents’ favorite) and the Mont Saint Michel’s figure on the horizon, savor a 3 courses gourmet lunch composed by local and seasonal products, seasoned with Roellinger’s famous spices mixtures.

Reach your coach and drive back to the pier..

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion may include: Saint Malo, Emerald Coast, Cancale, Oyster Beds, Marine Farm, Oyster Farm, Gourmet Lunch

Note

Please note: This tour involves a moderate amount of walking for approximately 1.5 kilometres (1 mile). This tour is not suitable for guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Lightweight, comfortable clothing, flat, closed-toe walking shoes and sun protection are recommended.