{"id":1629,"date":"2022-11-08T17:22:23","date_gmt":"2022-11-08T16:22:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/visit-mont-saint-michel-counsel\/"},"modified":"2026-04-02T12:04:12","modified_gmt":"2026-04-02T10:04:12","slug":"visiting-mont-saint-michel-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/visiting-mont-saint-michel-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Visiting Mont Saint-Michel in 2026 (all our tips)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>A fortified village, an imposing abbey, an isolated island&#8230; visiting <strong>Mont-Saint-Michel <\/strong>is a <strong>unique (and magical!) experience<\/strong>.<br\/>We&#8217;ve visited it from top to bottom&#8230; and here are <strong>our tips<\/strong> on how to visit Mont-Saint-Michel:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>When to visit and for how long,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How to get there, parking, access, shuttle bus,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What to do: abbeys, museums, ramparts&#8230;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Where to sleep and eat: the best hotels<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maps and charts&#8230;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What&#8217;s new in 2026<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>We hope to answer all your questions and wish you an unforgettable trip!<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Visiting-Mont-Saint-Michel-France-tips.jpeg\" alt=\"How to visit Mont-Saint-Michel - tips\" class=\"wp-image-1623\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">How to visit Mont-Saint-Michel<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<p>This guide is completely <strong>independent<\/strong>, based on our experiences. We visited the region anonymously, making our own choices and paying our bills in full.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Top 10 tips for visiting Mont-Saint-Michel  <\/h2>\n\n<p>If you don&#8217;t want to read the whole article with all our tips for an unforgettable experience, here are our top 10:<\/p>\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Visit early or late in the day to <strong>avoid the crowds<\/strong>. The main street is very narrow and it&#8217;s unbearable not to be able to move forward when it&#8217;s full of people.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wear <strong>good<\/strong> walking <strong>shoes<\/strong>. It&#8217;s an old village on a rocky islet&#8230; there are cobblestones and many (many!) steps.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Reserve<\/strong> your time to visit <strong>the<\/strong> magnificent <strong>abbey<\/strong>&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiqets.com\/en\/billets-labbaye-du-mont-saint-michel-l145867\/?partner=region_lovers&amp;tq_campaign=NL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">book here<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Don&#8217;t take a big <strong>bag<\/strong>. Once again, the streets are narrow and crowded.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Consider spending <strong>a night on the mountain<\/strong>. It&#8217;s a magical experience to explore the alleyways after dark. The atmosphere is unique. See our article with <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/hotels-on-mont-saint-michel-inside\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">the 7 hotels on Mont-Saint-Michel<\/a> and our review of the experience.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Normandie-Lovers\/Mont-saint-michel\/Nuit\/i-jqqXNHC\/1\/9f1e6e31\/L\/nuit_Mont_saint_Michel_night-75-L.jpg\" alt=\"Mont-Saint-Michel by night\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Mont-Saint-Michel by night<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<ol start=\"6\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Spend over 2 hours on Mont-Saint-Michel &#8211; the narrow streets and ramparts are well worth exploring. It takes a little time to absorb the atmosphere and visualize its history. It&#8217;s a shame to stay only 2 hours.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Speaking of history, a <strong>guided tour<\/strong> can tell you a lot more about the mountain, with some amusing anecdotes (like why the houses are narrower downstairs&#8230;) &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/normandy-l160\/normandy-mont-saint-michel-private-walking-tour-t417363\/?partner_id=R3GYW4V&amp;cmp=NL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">see this tour<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Don&#8217;t miss a walk on the <strong>ramparts<\/strong>. Everyone rushes up the main street to the abbey, but the ramparts offer exceptional views of the village, abbey and bay.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Normandie-Lovers\/Mont-saint-michel\/Remparts\/i-HB4dmhP\/0\/101b0ec9\/L\/remparts_mont_saint_michel-31-L.jpg\" alt=\"The ramparts\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The ramparts<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<ol start=\"9\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If you want to discover local specialities, avoid the stores on the mountain. Stop by <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/maison-pelerin-beauvoir-mont-saint-michel\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Maison P\u00e9lerin<\/a>, a 5-minute drive away, for a wide selection of products and a more leisurely experience: caramels, black garlic from the bay, cookies from the Abbaye sisters&#8230; We were pleasantly surprised by the way the products were displayed (even if it is still a tourist store).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Take a deep breath!  <\/strong>You&#8217;re at the seaside, in a place like no other in the world. Take your time, breathe in the fresh air, listen to the stones and birds of the bay, admire the lights! Enjoy the magic of the place (with a touch of Harry Potter, for fans).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Normandie-Lovers\/Mont-saint-michel\/Abbaye\/i-pMXVcv2\/0\/f02a707e\/L\/terrasse_ouest_abbaye_mont_saint_michel-13-L.jpg\" alt=\"Shadow of Mont-Saint-Michel - view from the abbey\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Shadow of Mont-Saint-Michel &#8211; view from the abbey<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">News and events 2026 at Mont-Saint-Michel<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">High tides 2026<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>2026 won&#8217;t be a record year, but there will still be high tides when the Mont becomes an island again.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>August 14 (around 9:28 p.m.) and September 12 (around 9:02 p.m.), when the esplanade may be submerged and road access cut off for a few hours.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Consult the tide calendar <a href=\"https:\/\/montsaintmichel.gouv.fr\/medias\/livret-calendrier-marees-2026-epmsm-a5-exe-9048.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Events<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In 2026, the Mont&#8217;s Tourist Information Centre will be hosting a &#8220;Secrets d&#8217;herboriste&#8221; exhibition on the powers of plants, open to the general public (until June).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Modification<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A major project to restore the Mont (costing over 50 million euros) is underway, which will involve some work zones, as well as the future development of certain parts of the site.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Parking prices are changing again (as they do every year)&#8230; <a href=\"https:\/\/montsaintmichel.gouv.fr\/acceder-au-mont-saint-michel\/horaires-et-tarifs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">See prices<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<div style=\"margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns inverse box_planif is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:58%\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\" style=\"padding-top:10px\">OUR ADVICE FOR <span>RENTING A CAR<\/span> IN<span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\"> Normandy<\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\" style=\"font-size:14px\">\n<li>Compare prices on our preferred platform: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/france?a_aid=zigzag&amp;chan=NL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">DiscoverCars<\/a> &#8211; one of the best rated sites.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choose a <strong>car that is comfortable enough <\/strong>(distances can be long) but <strong>compact<\/strong> (some parking lots and villages are narrow).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Think of the<strong>complete insurance<\/strong> (some roads are tortuous and narrow).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There is a lot of demand, <strong>book it early<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column planif-radius-2 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:42%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full voiture_image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"421\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Yport_Normandie-3328.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7241\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Yport_Normandie-3328.png 421w, https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Yport_Normandie-3328-237x300.png 237w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 421px) 100vw, 421px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns planif_bouton is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-font-size\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/france?a_aid=zigzag&amp;amp;chan=NL\" style=\"border-radius:4px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See available cars  <strong>   <\/strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-3266 img_fleche\" style=\"width: 16px;  \" src=\"https:\/\/corsicalovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/ArrowRight.png\" alt=\"arrow\"\/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/renting-car-france-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See all our tips<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is Mont-Saint-Michel worth it?<\/h2>\n\n<p>Absolutely. Each time we visit, <strong>we are overwhelmed<\/strong> by what has been built here.<br\/>France&#8217;s cathedrals are impressive enough, but here, the abbey is built atop a steep rocky islet surrounded by a huge bay.<br\/>It&#8217;s impossible to compare this place to any other!<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Normandie-Lovers\/Mont-saint-michel\/Acces-a-pied\/i-w8vdL7c\/2\/e7f406cf\/L\/acces_mont_saint_michel-14-L.jpg\" alt=\"Walk to Mont-Saint-Michel  \"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p>Mont-Saint-Michel is one of France&#8217;s most visited sites.<br\/>It is often the 2nd most recognized monument after the Eiffel Tower. Some call it the Ch\u00e2teau du Mont-Saint-Michel.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A brief history<\/h3>\n\n<p>To give you some context, here are a few highlights from its history:<\/p>\n\n<p>Mont-Saint-Michel was originally called Mont-Tombe. Since the 6th century, hermits have lived here with a small chapel.<br\/>According to a 9th-century manuscript, in 708 <strong>the archangel St. Michael<\/strong> commanded the bishop of Avranches to build a church there. It became a place of pilgrimage.<br\/>It developed strongly from the 10th century onwards, when it became part of Normandy. A monastery on 3 levels (due to the slope of the rock) was built.<br\/>Over the centuries, fires, the Hundred Years&#8217; War, the Revolution and collapses caused the abbey to evolve. The place was rebuilt over and over again, right up to the &#8220;Wonder&#8221; we see today.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Normandie-Lovers\/Mont-saint-michel\/Acces-a-pied\/i-WhPw5tz\/2\/fec156d8\/L\/mont_saint_michel-12-L.jpg\" alt=\"Mont-Saint-Michel in Normandy\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A few figures to put things in perspective<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The mountain is 900m in circumference<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Its highest point is at 80m<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The tides can reach an amplitude of 15m.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The statue of Saint Michael slaying the dragon is 4.5 m high<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It is perched 156m above sea level<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In 2019, the commune had 29 year-round residents.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Normandie-Lovers\/Mont-saint-michel\/Acces-a-pied\/i-q5dSPhc\/2\/3956e3b7\/L\/mont_saint_michel-4-L.jpg\" alt=\"The spire and sculpture of the Archangel Saint-Michel\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The spire and sculpture of the Archangel Saint-Michel<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best time: when to visit Mont-Saint-Michel  <\/h2>\n\n<p>The best time depends of course on what you&#8217;re looking for: absence of crowds, sunshine, high tides?  <br\/>Don&#8217;t worry, no matter when you visit, you&#8217;ll be amazed!<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Best months\/seasons<\/h3>\n\n<p>There&#8217;s really no better season, as winter lights, autumn colors and summer sunshine all bring something special to the views of Mont-Saint-Michel.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Normandie-Lovers\/Mont-saint-michel\/Acces-a-pied\/i-7jzB448\/2\/2067c99d\/L\/vue_mont_saint_michel-03-L.jpg\" alt=\"Mont-Saint-Michel in October\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Mont-Saint-Michel in October<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>Finally you have to ask yourself:<\/p>\n\n<p>If you want warmth, visit during the summer months.<br\/>If you want to avoid the crowds, <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/visit-mont-saint-michel-winter\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">visit during winter<\/a> (November to March).<br\/>The main street is narrow and it&#8217;s one of the most visited places in France, so we&#8217;re not kidding when we say crowds!<\/p>\n\n<p>Just be aware that some hotels and restaurants close during the winter season.<\/p>\n\n<p>Personally, we&#8217;re particularly fond of October. Beautiful colors, long days and a few less tourists than in summer.<\/p>\n\n<p>But avoid the French school vacation periods!<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Best days<\/h3>\n\n<p>Similarly, if you want to avoid the crowds, don&#8217;t visit on a weekend.<br\/>On weekdays, attendance is roughly equivalent.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Normandie-Lovers\/Mont-saint-michel\/Village\/i-SwMJPJk\/0\/970acd85\/L\/rue_mont_saint_michel-13-L.jpg\" alt=\"Avoid crowds in narrow streets\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Avoid crowds in narrow streets<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>The abbey is open every day of the year except January<sup>1<\/sup>, May<sup>1<\/sup> and December 25.<br\/>The shuttle bus from the parking lots runs every day of the year.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Best hours &#8211; Opening hours<\/h3>\n\n<p>Mont-Saint-Michel remains open at all hours.<br\/>The shuttle operates from 7:30 a.m. to at least 11 p.m. in summer and from 8:30 a.m. to at least 10 p.m. in winter.<br\/>The abbey is open at least from 9:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiqets.com\/en\/billets-labbaye-du-mont-saint-michel-l145867\/?partner=region_lovers&amp;tq_campaign=NL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">reserve your admission slot<\/a>! <br\/>Museums are open at least from 10am to 5pm.<\/p>\n\n<p>To avoid the crowds, it&#8217;s best to visit early or late.<\/p>\n\n<p>Even better, we recommend a night on Mont-Saint-Michel.  <br\/>Strolling through the narrow streets and ramparts <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/mont-saint-michel-night\/\">at night<\/a> is an entirely different experience, like traveling back in time. You&#8217;ll be able to better appreciate this historic site.<br\/>See our section below on where to sleep at Mont-Saint-Michel.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Sunrises and sunsets<\/h3>\n\n<p>For sunrises and sunsets, photographers will surely prefer not to be on the mountain. It&#8217;s more interesting to take the mountain with the sun shaving down!<br\/>Just be aware that it&#8217;s not always easy to find a location with the right alignment depending on the season.  <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Normandie-Lovers\/Mont-saint-michel\/Coucher-soleil\/i-sRdgtqt\/2\/c1dab0fc\/L\/coucher_soleil_mont_saint_michel-52-L.jpg\" alt=\"Sunset from Mont-Saint-Michel\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Sunset from Mont-Saint-Michel<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Visit during high tides<\/h3>\n\n<p>The mountain is known for its changes during high tides.<br\/>At this point, the water rises 15m over 15km and the mountain becomes an island surrounded by water once again. It&#8217;s fascinating to watch the place transform!<br\/>A coefficient of at least <strong>110<\/strong> is required.  <br\/>They take place:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>end of March<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>end of September<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>and perhaps mid-April, mid-August and mid-October<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>And every twenty years or so, the &#8220;tide of the century&#8221; takes place. The coefficient exceeds 118. The next ones will take place on Thursday, March 3, 2033 and Tuesday, March 14, 2051.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. How long to expect at Mont-Saint-Michel  <\/h3>\n\n<p>Contrary to some websites, we don&#8217;t recommend 2 hours. The place is so unique that running out to see a few streets and take a few photos isn&#8217;t worth it.<br\/>Our advice is to plan for a minimum of half a day.<br\/>A full day is preferable.<br\/>But our favorite choice is <strong>1.5 days<\/strong> with an overnight stay on the intramural mountain<a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/hotels-on-mont-saint-michel-inside\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">(see our article on our experience<\/a>).  <br\/>And 2 days if you also wish to take a guided walk in the bay.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Normandie-Lovers\/Mont-saint-michel\/Acces-a-pied\/i-QmLnFJj\/2\/6f8d552f\/L\/moutons_mont_saint_michel-10-L.jpg\" alt=\"View from Mont-Saint-Michel on foot\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">View from Mont-Saint-Michel on foot<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>A few ideas for durations:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>45min to 1h to reach the abbey entrance from the parking lots with the shuttle bus (depending on the number of visitors)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Walk to the entrance to see the dam and enjoy the beautiful views: 40-50 minutes (worth doing once!).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1h to 2h to explore the abbey (depending on your interest in history and architecture)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>15 to 45 minutes to walk along the ramparts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2h to 3h to visit the 4 museums<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1h to 8h for the various walks in the bay<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&#8230;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Normandie-Lovers\/Mont-saint-michel\/Abbaye\/i-Gdkk893\/0\/f9703314\/L\/eglise_abbaye_mont_saint_michel-07-L.jpg\" alt=\"Abbey church\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Abbey church<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide\" style=\"background-color:#565555;color:#565555\"\/>\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">For even more information: <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/best-time-mont-saint-michel-how-long\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">see our article on the best period and duration<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide\" style=\"background-color:#565555;color:#565555\"\/>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do I need to book to visit Mont-Saint-Michel?  <\/h3>\n\n<p>No need to book:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>the parking lot<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>the shuttle<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>visit the village and ramparts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>museums<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>On the other hand:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Reserve your time to visit the abbey  <br\/>&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiqets.com\/en\/billets-labbaye-du-mont-saint-michel-l145867\/?partner=region_lovers&amp;tq_campaign=NL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">reserve your entry slot<\/a> <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make reservations for restaurants on the mountain, especially in summer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Book early for hotels on or near Mont-Saint-Michel (especially in summer).  <br\/>&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?city=900039327&amp;nflt=review_score%253D90%253Breview_score%253D80&amp;aid=2281719&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">book your hotel<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#fefefe;margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\" style=\"max-width:700px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns inverse is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:58%\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\" style=\"padding-top:10px\">USE OUR GUIDE TO PLAN A  <br\/><span>DREAM TRIP<\/span> TO <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Normandy<\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<p style=\"font-size:14px\">All the information you need for your trip:<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"font-size:14px\" id=\"liste_discover\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>8 maps that make planning easier<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>160+ pre-selected locations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Practical advice<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>300+ photos to help you choose<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons has-custom-font-size bouton_10 is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-14c487f4 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\" style=\"font-size:13px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-font-size\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/ebook-guide-road-trip-normandy\/\" style=\"border-radius:4px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Discover >><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:42%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container ebook-radius gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\"><div class=\"wp-block-image ebook-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Box-Ebook-Normandy-EN.png\" alt=\"Box Ebook Corsica FR\" style=\"width:203px;height:157px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Understanding prices<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. The free part  <\/h3>\n\n<p>Mont-Saint-Michel is a village in France. This is a non-paying venue. Admission is free. Access is free.<br\/>Stroll through the narrow streets, climb the ramparts, admire the view from the dam&#8230; it&#8217;s all free.<br\/>The shuttle bus from the parking lots is also free.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Normandie-Lovers\/Mont-saint-michel\/Village\/i-Ph5JwnK\/0\/6d691ba9\/L\/mairie_mont_saint_michel-3-L.jpg\" alt=\"Free admission to the mountain\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Free admission to the mountain<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. What you can pay for at Mont-Saint-Michel  <\/h3>\n\n<p>What pays off:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>parking as close as possible to the mountain &#8211; then you have to walk or take the shuttle bus<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>a visit to La Merveille (the abbey), a must &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiqets.com\/en\/billets-labbaye-du-mont-saint-michel-l145867\/?partner=region_lovers&amp;tq_campaign=NL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">reserve your entrance time<\/a> <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Museum admission &#8211; there are 4 museums in the village. They complete the experience with history and artifacts. But these are small, private museums&#8230;  <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/mont-saint-michel-l1805\/mont-saint-michel-museum-entry-pass-t146916\/?partner_id=R3GYW4V&amp;cmp=NL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Buy a combined ticket<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>And, of course, the restaurants, which have higher prices due to their location in a tourist area.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Normandie-Lovers\/Mont-saint-michel\/Abbaye\/i-WVk2PTP\/0\/38024348\/L\/entree_abbaye_mont_saint_michel-02-L.jpg\" alt=\"Admission to the abbey\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Admission to the abbey<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to get to Mont-Saint-Michel<\/h2>\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s an introduction to how to get to Mont Saint Michel. To find out more, <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/how-to-get-to-mont-saint-michel-access\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">see our dedicated article<\/a> with all our more detailed advice.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. How to get to Mont-Saint-Michel by car &#8211; Map<\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large image-border-class\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Map-Mont-Saint-Michel-in-France-location-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Map of Mont-Saint-Michel\" class=\"wp-image-1617\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Map &#8211; location Mont-Saint-Michel<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>Mont-Saint-Michel is easy to reach by car: A84 freeway from Caen or Rennes, N176 from Saint-Malo.<br\/>Plan ahead:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Paris to Mont-Saint-Michel = 3h30 to 4h30 drive (depending on traffic jams)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Caen to Mont-Saint-Michel = 1h20<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bayeux to Mont-Saint-Michel = 1h20<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nantes to Mont-Saint-Michel = 2h30<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rennes to Mont-Saint-Michel = 1h<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>Be careful, there are lots of radars approaching Mont-Saint-Michel!<\/p>\n\n<p>For parking, see tip 11.<\/p>\n\n<div style=\"margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns inverse box_planif is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:58%\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\" style=\"padding-top:10px\">OUR ADVICE FOR <span>RENTING A CAR<\/span> IN<span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\"> Normandy<\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\" style=\"font-size:14px\">\n<li>Compare prices on our preferred platform: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/france?a_aid=zigzag&amp;chan=NL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">DiscoverCars<\/a> &#8211; one of the best rated sites.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choose a <strong>car that is comfortable enough <\/strong>(distances can be long) but <strong>compact<\/strong> (some parking lots and villages are narrow).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Think of the<strong>complete insurance<\/strong> (some roads are tortuous and narrow).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There is a lot of demand, <strong>book it early<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column planif-radius-2 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:42%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full voiture_image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"421\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Yport_Normandie-3328.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7241\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Yport_Normandie-3328.png 421w, https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Yport_Normandie-3328-237x300.png 237w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 421px) 100vw, 421px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns planif_bouton is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-font-size\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/france?a_aid=zigzag&amp;amp;chan=NL\" style=\"border-radius:4px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See available cars  <strong>   <\/strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-3266 img_fleche\" style=\"width: 16px;  \" src=\"https:\/\/corsicalovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/ArrowRight.png\" alt=\"arrow\"\/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/renting-car-france-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See all our tips<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. Getting to Mont Saint-Michel by train and bus<\/h3>\n\n<p>It&#8217;s impossible to get to the foot of Mont-Saint-Michel by train.<br\/>Your nearest train station is Pontsorson (on the Caen to Rennes line).<br\/>Then take the bus just outside the station (on the right as you leave) to the Mont-Saint-Michel shuttle departure point. The Bus lasts 25 minutes. There are 3 to 7 trips a day.  <a href=\"http:\/\/www.bienvenueaumontsaintmichel.com\/fr\/preparer-sa-venue-au-mont\/se-rendre-au-mont-saint-michel-par-le-train-c-est-pratique\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">See timetables.<\/a><\/p>\n\n<p>It&#8217;s easy enough from Caen or Rennes.<\/p>\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/track.effiliation.com\/servlet\/effi.redir?id_compteur=22819431&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sncf-connect.com%2Fen-en%2F&amp;effi_id=NL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See available timetables and book your train and coach tickets now<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Normandie-Lovers\/Mont-saint-michel\/Infos\/i-vhgKkFK\/1\/4b3c11fc\/L\/pontorson_gare_train_mont_saint_michel-14-L.jpg\" alt=\"Pontorson - Mont-Saint-Michel station  \"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Pontorson &#8211; Mont-Saint-Michel station  <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">11. How to visit Mont Saint-Michel from Paris<\/h3>\n\n<p>If you only have a day, the easiest way is to join an organized tour from Paris.<br\/>You can sit back, watch the scenery or sleep on the bus, to make the most of your time there.<br\/>See tour options <a href=\"https:\/\/www.viator.com\/searchResults\/all?text=mont+saint+michel+paris&amp;destId=&amp;pid=P00074304&amp;mcid=42383&amp;medium=link&amp;medium_version=selector&amp;campaign=NL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">on Viator<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/s\/?q=mont%20saint%20michel%20paris&amp;searchSource=7&amp;partner_id=R3GYW4V&amp;cmp=NL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Getyourguide<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re going for longer, we recommend renting a car. The road is easy.  <a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/france?a_aid=zigzag&amp;chan=NL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See the offers on our preferred car rental platform.<\/a><\/p>\n\n<p>Otherwise, in summer, there&#8217;s a train to Villedieu les Po\u00eales with a shuttle included to Mont-Saint-Michel.  <br\/>Or you can take the TGV to Rennes and then the shuttle to Mont-Saint-Michel.  <\/p>\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/track.effiliation.com\/servlet\/effi.redir?id_compteur=22819431&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sncf-connect.com%2Fen-en%2F&amp;effi_id=NL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See available timetables and book your train and coach tickets now<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide\" style=\"background-color:#373737;color:#373737\"\/>\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/day-trip-paris-mont-saint-michel\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Find out more in our article on excursions from Paris.<\/a><\/p>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide\" style=\"background-color:#373737;color:#373737\"\/>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Parking, access, shuttle, bikes&#8230; how to visit Mont-Saint-Michel<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">11. Understanding parking lots &#8211; parking on the mountain<\/h3>\n\n<p>Follow the arrows as you arrive at Mont-Saint-Michel. There are several parking areas surrounded by trees.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Normandie-Lovers\/Mont-saint-michel\/Infos\/i-vfrFf7t\/1\/99cc4bae\/L\/plan_parking_mont_saint_michel-L.jpg\" alt=\"Mont-Saint-Michel parking lot map\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Mont-Saint-Michel parking lot map<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>P2 is for people with reduced mobility (with card)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>P5, P6, P7, P10, P11, P12 and P13 are parking lots. If they&#8217;re not full, we recommend P10 and P11 for quick access to the shuttle.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>P8 is for motorhomes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>P9 for motorcycles<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>P3 is for overnight guests (a code is given by the hotel).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>All parking lots are chargeable. <a href=\"https:\/\/montsaintmichel.gouv.fr\/acceder-au-mont-saint-michel\/horaires-et-tarifs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">See prices<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<p>More tips in <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/garer-mont-saint-michel-parking\/\">our article on parking at Mont-Saint-Michel<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Normandie-Lovers\/Mont-saint-michel\/Infos\/i-vT6JSNf\/1\/be34c1b2\/L\/paiement_parking_mont_saint_michel-L.jpg\" alt=\"Parking payment terminal\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Parking payment terminal<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">12. Take advantage of the free Shuttle<\/h3>\n\n<p>Shuttle included with parking.<br\/>To protect the bay, the parking lots are located away from the island.<br\/>A shuttle bus has been set up for easy access.<br\/>It&#8217;s called &#8220;Le Passeur&#8221; and it&#8217;s very practical.<br\/>In less than 15 minutes you&#8217;ll reach the entrance to the mountain (after 2 stops).<br\/>Schedules:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>July and August: 7.30 a.m. to 1 a.m.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>spring \/ autumn: 7:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>winter: 8.30 a.m. to 10 p.m.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Normandie-Lovers\/Mont-saint-michel\/Infos\/i-g7Fpknb\/1\/f1f5c7fa\/L\/shuttle_mont_saint_michel-2-L.jpg\" alt=\"Access to Mont-Saint-Michel by shuttle or on foot\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Access by shuttle or on foot<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">13. Access on foot &#8211; walk to get there!<\/h3>\n\n<p>We recommend you walk there and return by shuttle bus.<br\/>The walk to Mont-Saint-Michel is splendid, with the occasional sheep in the fields, then the sand of the bay and the occasional pool of water offering reflections.<br\/>The path is well-maintained and easy.<br\/>This step builds anticipation!  <br\/>It&#8217;s a 40-50 minute walk to the entrance.<\/p>\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s a map to help you understand how to get to the village:<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Map-access-mont-saint-michel-parking-1024x679.png\" alt=\"Carte acces mont saint michel parking\" class=\"wp-image-3104\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">14. Bicycle access<\/h3>\n\n<p>You can also cycle to Mont-Saint-Michel.<br\/>The mountain is on 3 of France&#8217;s major cycling itineraries:<br\/>&#8211; V\u00e9lomaritime from the English Channel to the North Sea (EuroV\u00e9lo4)<br\/>&#8211; La V\u00e9losc\u00e9nie, 450km from Paris to Mont-Saint-Michel  <br\/>&#8211; The V\u00e9loroute from the D-Day landing beaches to Mont-Saint-Michel<br\/>Hoops are in place near the entrance to the mountain and also at the dam.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Normandie-Lovers\/Mont-saint-michel\/Infos\/i-B32gDJs\/1\/791183db\/L\/velo_mont_saint_michel-L.jpghttps:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Normandie-Lovers\/Mont-saint-michel\/Infos\/i-B32gDJs\/1\/791183db\/L\/velo_mont_saint_michel-L.jpg\" alt=\"Mont-Saint-Michel by bike\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Mont-Saint-Michel by bike<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">15. The reality of visiting the Mont &#8211; accessibility<\/h3>\n\n<p>The Mount is not easy to visit. It&#8217;s a very old village on a rocky islet. This means old cobblestones, steep slopes and stairs.<\/p>\n\n<p>Wear flat shoes. And if you have knee problems, take walking sticks.<br\/>Avoid strollers, prefer backpacks. We&#8217;ve seen people really struggling with baby carriages.<\/p>\n\n<p>Regarding wheelchair access to Mont-Saint-Michel. We were able to talk to a lady who was doing just that. She was delighted with her experience. 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It really is a fascinating place.<br\/>Here are our top 5 things to do at Mont-Saint-Michel &#8211; you&#8217;ll find more ideas <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/things-do-mont-saint-michel\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">in our dedicated article<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Map of Mont-Saint-Michel  <\/h3>\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s an overview to help you find your way around. It includes the different sections of the village: Grande Rue, abbey, ramparts&#8230;<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Map-Mont-Saint-Michel-streets-1024x752.png\" alt=\"Carte rues du mont saint michel map\" class=\"wp-image-3098\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">16. Visit the Abbey<\/h3>\n\n<p>It really is a must.<br\/>This structure, built over the centuries on a tiny rocky islet, is an architectural marvel. In fact, it&#8217;s called &#8220;La Merveille&#8221;.<\/p>\n\n<p>Reserving a time slot is essential &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiqets.com\/en\/billets-labbaye-du-mont-saint-michel-l145867\/?partner=region_lovers&amp;tq_campaign=NL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">choose here<\/a><\/p>\n\n<p>Once you&#8217;re there, we recommend an audioguide to help you understand all the details around you (3 euros).<\/p>\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/visit-abbey-mont-saint-michel\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Find out more about visiting the abbey<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Normandie-Lovers\/Mont-saint-michel\/Abbaye\/i-XpbNh48\/0\/8198aade\/L\/cloitre_mont_saint_michel-34-L.jpg\" alt=\"Abbey cloister\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Abbey cloister<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">17. Walking on the ramparts<\/h3>\n\n<p>We love ramparts and fortifications. And those at Mont-Saint-Michel are no exception. They date from the 13th to 15th centuries.<br\/>They have the advantage of offering views of the houses, alleyways, abbey and surrounding bay (including the Tombelaine rock).<br\/>Some of the best views of the village can be seen along the ramparts.<br\/>Access is free, and it&#8217;s a great alternative route up to the abbey to avoid the crowds on the main street.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Normandie-Lovers\/Mont-saint-michel\/Remparts\/i-XdQWPHP\/0\/063fc8a5\/L\/remparts_mont_saint_michel-74-L.jpg\" alt=\"The ramparts of Mont-Saint-Michel  \"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The ramparts<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">18. Explore alleyways, not just the main street<\/h3>\n\n<p>The town&#8217;s main street is a delight, with granite and timber-framed houses from the 15th and 16th centuries, and a street feel straight out of Harry Potter.<br\/>But many are content to cross to the abbey and come back down without exploring.<br\/>If you&#8217;re brave enough, there are plenty of other alleys, passageways and stairways to discover all around the main street.<br\/>The smallest passage is the cuckold&#8217;s alley. Just the width of a person, the smallest in the village. It&#8217;s said that you can&#8217;t pass through it with horns.<br\/>In some cases, you&#8217;ll discover small gardens or views over the bay, with the rooftops in the foreground.<br\/>Take the time to explore!  <br\/>And don&#8217;t worry, you won&#8217;t get lost. It&#8217;s small, so all roads lead back to the main street!<br\/>Find out more in <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/streets-mont-saint-michel-maps\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">our article on the streets of Mont-Saint-Michel.<\/a><\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Normandie-Lovers\/Mont-saint-michel\/Village\/i-PzmTLR6\/0\/186e7e2f\/L\/mont_saint_michel-16-L.jpg\" alt=\"ruelle du Mont-Saint-Michel  \"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">19. Choose a guided tour: village or bay<\/h3>\n\n<p>To understand more about the mountain and its history, or the bay and its ecosystem, a guided tour is worth considering.<\/p>\n\n<p>On the mountain, you can learn more about the different periods, its use and its architecture. The guides always have lots of fascinating details to tell, like why the houses are narrower downstairs&#8230; &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/normandy-l160\/normandy-mont-saint-michel-private-walking-tour-t417363\/?partner_id=R3GYW4V&amp;cmp=NL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">see this guided tour<\/a><\/p>\n\n<p>Or opt for a guided tour of the Bay of Mont-Saint-Michel to walk on the sand and discover, among other things, quicksand! Don&#8217;t go it alone, though&#8230;<br\/>Walks last between 1h and 8h. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ot-montsaintmichel.com\/je-prepare\/itinerance-et-traversees-de-la-baie\/traversees-de-la-baie\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Find out more<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Normandie-Lovers\/Mont-saint-michel\/Traversee-baie\/i-GzTcQwC\/0\/e887febd\/L\/traversee_baie_mont_saint_michel-1-L.jpg\" alt=\"Crossing the Bay of Mont-Saint-Michel  \"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Crossing the Bay of Mont-Saint-Michel  <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">20. Find all the best viewpoints<\/h3>\n\n<p>The dam, the meanders, the Roche Torin, the Pointe de Grouin du sud&#8230;<br\/>The Mont-Saint-Michel and its abbey can be seen from far and wide around the Bay of Mont-Saint-Michel.<br\/>They&#8217;re not always easy to find, but some views are fascinating.<br\/>Don&#8217;t forget your boots or shoes&#8230;<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/best-views-mont-saint-michel-photos\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See our list<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Normandie-Lovers\/Mont-saint-michel\/Roche-Torin\/i-7SCtwSG\/0\/74ddbd17\/L\/roche_torin_mont_saint_michel-30-L.jpg\" alt=\"Mont-Saint-Michel from Roche Torin\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Mont-Saint-Michel from Roche Torin<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">21. Route planner<\/h3>\n\n<p>If you have <strong>limited time<\/strong> and strolling around is not an option, here&#8217;s our suggested itinerary:<\/p>\n\n<p>Arrive early<br\/>Walk to Mount<br\/>Admire the fortified gates and the start of the main street (before the crowds arrive).<br\/>Turn to climb the ramparts<br\/>Climb to the abbey via the ramparts<br\/>Visit the abbey<br\/>Descend through random alleys<br\/>Return to the parking lot with the shuttle bus<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">22. Museums and other activities in the bay<\/h3>\n\n<p>And of course, if you stay longer, there&#8217;s much more to do in the Bay of Mont-Saint-Michel: ULM, Scriptorial d&#8217;Avanches, Alligator Bay, Moulin, Ecomus\u00e9e de la baie&#8230;<\/p>\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/museums-mont-saint-michel\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See our guide to the museums of Mont-Saint-Michel<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to sleep at Mont-Saint-Michel<\/h2>\n\n<p>You have several options for sleeping around Mont-Saint-Michel.  <br\/>Here&#8217;s a summary.<br\/>But if you want to know all about it with our hotel reviews, <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/where-stay-mont-saint-michel-hotels\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">see our dedicated article with 12 hotels to consider<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Normandie-Lovers\/Mont-saint-michel\/Nuit\/i-jjDtVsm\/2\/53ca8e41\/L\/nuit_Mont_saint_Michel_night-14-L.jpg\" alt=\"Mont-Saint-Michel by night\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Mont-Saint-Michel by night<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">23. Hotels on Mont-Saint-Michel (intramuros)<\/h3>\n\n<p>Your first option is of course to choose one of the hotels on the mountain, within the fortified walls.<br\/>Just be aware that these are old houses. As a result, the rooms are generally small, and you have to climb a lot of steps to get to them. It&#8217;s not for everyone.  <br\/>And don&#8217;t pack a big suitcase!<br\/>Our top 3 are :<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Auberge Saint-Pierre Hotel<br\/>&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/fr\/auberge-saint-pierre.html?aid=2281719\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See prices, photos and availability<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hotel La Croix Blanche<br\/>&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/fr\/ha-el-la-croix-blanche.html?aid=2281719\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See prices, photos and availability<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hotel Les Terrasses Poulard<br\/>&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/fr\/les-terrasses-poulard.html?aid=2281719\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See prices, photos and availability<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/hotels-on-mont-saint-michel-inside\/\">See our full article on the 7 intramural hotels<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Normandie-Lovers\/Mont-saint-michel\/Hotels\/i-xTDzzNd\/0\/f882a51a\/L\/saint_pierre_hotel_Mont_saint-Michel-2-L.jpg\" alt=\"Room at Hotel Le Mouton Blanc\" style=\"width:702px;height:526px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Room at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/fr\/auberge-saint-pierre.html?aid=2281719\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Auberge Saint Pierre<\/a> hotel<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">24. Hotel in La Caserne area<\/h3>\n\n<p>The area just before the footbridge, near the dam, is called La Caserne.<br\/>Here you&#8217;ll find restaurants and hotels with more traditional services, easy access to the mountain (shuttle stop in the middle) and easier access to rooms.<br\/>For example:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Mercure 4-star hotel<br\/>&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/fr\/mont-saint-michel.html?aid=2281719\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">see prices, pictures and availability<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Le Relais du Mont-Saint-Michel, famous for its views of the Mont-Saint-Michel<br\/>&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/fr\/le-relais-saint-michel.html?aid=2281719\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">see prices, pictures and availability<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2-star Hotel Vert<br\/>&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/fr\/vert.html?aid=2281719\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">see prices, pictures and availability<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Normandie-Lovers\/Mont-saint-michel\/Caserne\/i-4DnFKHZ\/1\/3f6f0221\/L\/mercure_hotel_mont_saint_michel_caserne-08-L.jpg\" alt=\"Room at Mercure Hotel\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Room at Mercure Hotel<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">25. Near Mont-Saint-Michel<\/h3>\n\n<p>And in the surrounding countryside, you can find some really nice g\u00eetes and chambres d&#8217;h\u00f4tes.<br\/>We really liked Le Clos Saint Gilles, with its tastefully decorated rooms, Alice in Wonderland-style garden and breakfast featuring extra-local produce.<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/fr\/le-clos-saint-gilles-pontorson.html?aid=2281719\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See prices, photos and availability  <\/a><\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Normandie-Lovers\/Mont-saint-michel\/BnB\/i-CPp9TnM\/1\/c1a68a8c\/L\/Cols_saint_giles_bnb_mont_saint_michel-04-L.jpg\" alt=\"Le Clos Saint Gilles\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Le Clos Saint Gilles<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">26. Luxury accommodation  <\/h3>\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking for luxury or something really special, it&#8217;s up to a 30-minute drive.<br\/>Our tips are:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Hotel Ermitage &#8211; 5 stars, closest to the mountain<br\/>&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/fr\/ermitage-mont-saint-michel-beauvoir.html?aid=2281719\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">see prices, pictures and availability <\/a> <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ch\u00e2teau de La Ballue with its magnificent gardens and views over the countryside<br\/>&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/fr\/chateau-de-la-ballue.html?aid=2281719\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">see prices, pictures and availability <\/a> <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Ch\u00e2teau de Bouc\u00e9el and its large wooded park<br\/>&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/fr\/chateau-de-bouca-c-el.html?aid=2281719\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">see prices, pictures and availability <\/a> <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>For more tips, <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/mont-saint-michel-luxury-hotels\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">see our article on luxury accommodation near Mont-Saint-Michel<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Normandie-Lovers\/Mont-saint-michel\/Chateau-Ballue\/i-D6znJvj\/1\/853bdcbf\/L\/Chateau_ballue_jardins-36-L.jpg\" alt=\"Ch&#xE2;teau de la Ballue\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Ch\u00e2teau de la Ballue<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">27. Camping near Mont-Saint-Michel  <\/h3>\n\n<p>If you prefer to bring your own accommodation (tent, camper, van&#8230;), there are several campsites not far from the mountain:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Camping Mont Saint-Michel in the area of La Caserne itself!  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Camping aux Pommiers in Beauvoir (5min drive)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Camping Saint-Michel \u00e0 Courtils (5min drive)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>And plenty of other options in the surrounding countryside<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>There are also a number of motorhome parks in the area.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Normandie-Lovers\/Mont-saint-michel\/Caserne\/i-Tww79RN\/1\/01079eef\/L\/camping_caserne_mont_saint_michel_3-L.jpg\" alt=\"Camping Mont Saint-Michel\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Camping Mont Saint-Michel<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Visiting Mont-Saint-Michel with children<\/h2>\n\n<p>Mont-Saint-Michel is a place that appeals to all ages.<br\/>Here are 3 tips to make the most of it.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">28. Pass through the tourist office for routes<\/h3>\n\n<p>Visit the office or find out more online. There are phone-based programs and trails for children of all ages: treasure hunts, games of inquiry, time-travel games&#8230;<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Normandie-Lovers\/Mont-saint-michel\/Infos\/i-P9ZD4gT\/1\/50f7bb9e\/L\/office_tourisme_mont_saint_michel-16-L.jpg\" alt=\"Treasure hunt for children at Mont-Saint-Michel  \"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">29. Don&#8217;t take a stroller and don&#8217;t plan too much ahead<\/h3>\n\n<p>Traffic is difficult: narrow streets, crowds, cobblestones, stairs&#8230;<br\/>Consequently, we advise you to avoid strollers (we&#8217;ve seen couples having great difficulty).<br\/>And don&#8217;t plan too much in advance, as this will be very tiring for the children.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">30. Motivating young teens with Harry Potter<\/h3>\n\n<p>J.K. Rowling never mentioned Mont-Saint-Michel as an inspiration for Harry Potter.<br\/>However, fans of the wizard&#8217;s stories will appreciate the similarities, such as castles on rocky islets, narrower old houses downstairs, narrow lanes as in the All\u00e9e de Traverse&#8230;<br\/>You can draw a parallel to motivate the younger ones to move forward&#8230;<\/p>\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/mont-saint-michel-harry-potter\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See our article comparing Mont-Saint-Michel and the world of Harry Potter<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Mont-Saint-Michel-Harry-Potter-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Mont-Saint-Michel Harry Potter\" class=\"wp-image-1677\" srcset=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Mont-Saint-Michel-Harry-Potter-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Mont-Saint-Michel-Harry-Potter-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Mont-Saint-Michel-Harry-Potter-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Mont-Saint-Michel-Harry-Potter-702x526.jpg 702w, https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Mont-Saint-Michel-Harry-Potter.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to wear and what to bring<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">31. Shoes<\/h3>\n\n<p>The most important thing is to have good shoes.<br\/>It&#8217;s an old village on a small rocky islet. As a result, there are old cobblestones, steep slopes and lots of steps.<br\/>Heels are strongly discouraged.<br\/>Choose stable, comfortable shoes.<\/p>\n\n<p>And if you&#8217;re crossing the bay, boots may be required. Follow your guide&#8217;s instructions carefully.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">32. Several types of clothing<\/h3>\n\n<p>The mountain lies in a bay opening onto the English Channel.<br\/>So the weather is changeable (and not tropical).<br\/>It can be sunny, then rainy, then buffeted by strong winds.<br\/>Take several layers of clothing for wind, heat and rain.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">33. Luggage<\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Normandie-Lovers\/Mont-saint-michel\/Infos\/i-vzrmBHW\/1\/10d4a13c\/L\/baggage_mont_saint_michel-L.jpg\" alt=\"Closed baggage locker\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Closed luggage locker<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>There are lockers at the tourist office near the parking lot.<br\/>Unfortunately, they are currently closed for security reasons.<\/p>\n\n<p>Leave your suitcases out of sight in the boot.<br\/>Avoid bringing a suitcase onto the mountain, even if you&#8217;re sleeping there. A small bag is much more practical.<\/p>\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#fefefe;margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\" style=\"max-width:700px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns inverse is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:58%\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\" style=\"padding-top:10px; line-height:40px;\"><span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Do not make <\/span><br\/><span>THE SAME MISTAKE<\/span> WE MADE  <\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:14px\">On one of our last trips to Europe, a hacker <strong>stole<\/strong> our credit card details while we were using a hotel WiFi.<br\/>So our trip began with a <strong>&#8220;card blocked&#8221; call<\/strong>&#8230; Not funny at all!<br\/>Learn from our mistake, make a <a href=\"https:\/\/go.nordvpn.net\/aff_c?offer_id=15&amp;aff_id=8928&amp;source=NL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">small VPN investment to surf without worry<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column ebook_image_colonne is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:42%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container ebook-radius gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/VPN.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7250\" width=\"140\" height=\"111\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons has-custom-font-size planif_bouton is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-14c487f4 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\" style=\"font-size:13px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-font-size\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/go.nordvpn.net\/aff_c?offer_id=15&amp;aff_id=8928&amp;source=NL\" style=\"border-radius:4px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See our favorite VPN offer<strong>   <\/strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-3266 img_fleche\" style=\"width: 16px;  \" src=\"https:\/\/corsicalovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/ArrowRight.png\" alt=\"arrow\"\/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">34. Can I take my dog with me?  <\/h3>\n\n<p>Yes, you can visit Mont-Saint-Michel with a dog, just like any other village in France.<br\/>However, dogs are not allowed on the shuttles or in the abbey.<br\/>Dogs in closed bags and guide dogs are accepted on shuttles.<\/p>\n\n<p>If you&#8217;d like to visit the abbey, there&#8217;s a kennel at the tourist information center near the parking lots (before the shuttle bus). Open from 10am to 6pm.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to eat at Mont-Saint-Michel  <\/h2>\n\n<p>It&#8217;s not easy to answer your question.<br\/>The restaurants are not exceptional&#8230;<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">35. Classic local dishes<\/h3>\n\n<p>Traditional local dishes include:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Agneau de pr\u00e9-sal\u00e9 (salt-meadow lamb) (they are raised on meadows that are covered with water by the tides)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bouchot mussels<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cancale oysters and seafood<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>M\u00e8re Poulard&#8217;s traditional omelette recipe<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Galettes and cr\u00eapes (because the mountain is on the border with Brittany)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bay blue lobster  <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Normandie-Lovers\/Mont-saint-michel\/Mere-poulard\/i-NMW2rgn\/2\/9bb7c6e6\/L\/mere_poulard_restaurant_Mont_saint_Michel_omelette-28-L.jpg\" alt=\"Preparing the M&#xE8;re Poulard omelette\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Preparing the M\u00e8re Poulard omelette<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">36. Restaurants in the village and at La Caserne<\/h3>\n\n<p>In our opinion, none of the restaurants on the mountain or at La Caserne is really a must.<br\/>They make the most of their prime location&#8230;<br\/>The best-known are :<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The Restaurant du Relais du Mont-Saint-Michel for its view of the mountain<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Restaurant Auberge de la M\u00e8re Poulard for its omelette, an institution since the 19th century &#8211; nice to see the preparation. The texture is interesting, but the taste is still an omelette. And the price is steep too!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>La Vieille Auberge restaurant for its large terrace<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>La Sir\u00e8ne creperie in a very old house<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Dugesclin restaurant for its local produce<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Normandie-Lovers\/Mont-saint-michel\/Caserne\/i-DK4S2JF\/1\/6b5ef9ec\/L\/relais_mont_saint_michel_caserne-08-L.jpg\" alt=\"View of the Relais du Mont-Saint-Michel restaurant\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Relais du Mont-Saint-Michel<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">37. Fast food<\/h3>\n\n<p>There are also a number of sandwich vendors and other fast-food outlets.<br\/>Just know that there are no places to sit, and no place in the village to sit and eat&#8230;<\/p>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide\" style=\"background-color:#5c5858;color:#5c5858\"\/>\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Find out more in <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/best-restaurants-mont-saint-michel-eat\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">our article on where to eat at Mont-Saint-Michel.<\/a><\/p>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide\" style=\"background-color:#5c5858;color:#5c5858\"\/>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Brittany or Normandy<\/h3>\n\n<p>We don&#8217;t want to get into that debate.<br\/>Mont-Saint-Michel is officially part of the Normandy region.<br\/>Geographically, it lies on the border between the 2 regions.<\/p>\n\n<div style=\"margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\" style=\"max-width:700px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box_titre gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\"><span>PLAN YOUR TRIP<\/span> TO <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Normandy<\/span><\/h5>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide hr-box-planif\" style=\"background-color:#ccd3dd;color:#ccd3dd\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow 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style=\"font-size:14px\">Read our complete guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/visiting-mont-saint-michel-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">visit the Mont-Saint-Michel<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\">Discover the <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/normandy-battle-sites-d-day-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">D-Day sites<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/Etretat-falaise-aval\/i-T9X65rq\/7\/d9bf1b0c\/L\/falaises_etretat_normandie-6956-L.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide hr-box-planif\" style=\"background-color:#ccd3dd;color:#ccd3dd\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\">\n<p style=\"font-size:16px;margin-top:10px;\" class=\"option_titre\"><strong><span><\/span>  Practice<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/where-stay-normandy-best-hotels\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Where to stay in Normandy<\/a> &#8211; best places and hotels<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\">See our tips for renting a car at <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/renting-car-cdg-airport-paris\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CDG airport<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/renting-car-orly-airport-paris\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Orly airport<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/renting-car-beauvais-airport\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Beauvais airport<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/renting-car-caen\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Caen<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/renting-car-rouen-train-station\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Rouen<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/renting-car-bayeux\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bayeux<\/a>&#8230;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Normandie-Lovers\/Bayeux\/Ville\/i-7m2kFVR\/1\/ca62aa6c\/L\/Bayeux_ville-12-3-L.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons planif_bouton is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-font-size\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/normandy-road-trip\/\" style=\"border-radius:4px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See all our tips  <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-3266 img_fleche\" style=\"width: 16px;  \" src=\"https:\/\/corsicalovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/ArrowRight.png\" alt=\"arrow\"\/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box-texte gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container 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