A long, jagged coastline is the region's great attraction. Magnificient beaches line its northern shore, swept clean by huge tides and interspersed with well-established seaside resorts, seasoned fishing ports and abundant oysterbeds. The south coast is gentler, with wooded river valleys and a milder climate and boasts the largest beach in Europe in the luxury resort of La Baule. The fortified port of St-Malo on the Côte d'Emeraude recalls the region's maritime prowess. This region, linked by TGV, requires a 2-day stay to see the highlights.