Day 7 - Visit of the Mont Saint Michel
From the paying car park, you leave on foot and walk approximately 2,5km to reach the Mont Saint Michel. The sands, the grasslands, the sea, and the sky share the horizon. The light plays with the elements, in a changing landscape where the Mont Saint-Michel is reflected onto the glistening damp sand.
For this crossing, you have the choice:
. Along the banks of the Couesnon. This route takes you to the Mont-Saint-Michel dam, a central element in the restoration of the maritime character of Mont-Saint-Michel
. Along the edge of the road with a breathtaking view of Mont Saint Michel, on a tree-lined, pedestrian path.
. You also have the option of taking the free shuttle bus from the car park
Upon arrival, you are instantly immersed in a magical and timeless atmosphere in the heart of the charming alleys of the Mont Saint Michel, a masterpiece of medieval architecture. You climb the 350 steps that lead to the Abbey. At the top, an exceptional panorama over the bay of Mont Saint Michel. There are several museums inside the abbey: the historical museum, the maritime museum, the Archéoscope, and the Thiphaine house.
We recommend setting off early (around 8am) to arrive at the Mont Saint Michel before the crowds. Book a table for lunch a couple of days before at the "La Mère Poulard" restaurant, the most famous one at the Mont Saint Michel! You can also enjoy crossing the Mont Saint Michel Bay with a local guide!
Walk : Free day to visit the Mont Saint Michel
Meals included : breakfast
Night : close to the Mont St Michel