Grand Gate

The Grande-Porte and Notre-Dame de la Grand'Porte

The Grande-Porte is one of the oldest gates of the ramparts of Saint-Malo, adorned with a statue of the Virgin. The Saint-Malo audio-guided tour stops here, with respect, to evoke this historic gate and its Notre-Dame de la Grand'Porte, venerated by the people of Saint-Malo.

An old gate and its protective Virgin

The Grande-Porte is among the oldest gates of the ramparts of Saint-Malo. Framed by two towers, it gave access to the walled town from the port. In a niche stands Notre-Dame de la Grand'Porte, a statue of the Virgin and Child long venerated by sailors and the people of Saint-Malo, who placed their sea voyages under her protection. It testifies to the faith and the maritime past of the city.

What to see

You admire the old gate framed by its two towers and the statue of Notre-Dame de la Grand'Porte in its niche, a witness of the devotion of the Malouin sailors. The Grande-Porte recalls the maritime and religious past of the city. It is a stop for lovers of history and heritage, at the entrance of the walled city, to be discovered with respect.

Practical information

The Grande-Porte lies on the ramparts of Saint-Malo, at the entrance of the walled city on the port side, reachable on foot. It is a public structure freely accessible at all times; the statue of Notre-Dame de la Grand'Porte can be admired from the street, with respect for its sacred character. It is discovered during a walk in the walled town.

What is Notre-Dame de la Grand'Porte?

It is a statue of the Virgin and Child placed in a niche of the Grande-Porte, long venerated by sailors and the people of Saint-Malo.

Where is the Grande-Porte?

On the ramparts of Saint-Malo, at the entrance of the walled city on the port side.