What to See & Do
Mont-Saint-Michel Overall Appeal ★★★★★
| Name | Appeal | Type | Visit | Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Streets & Ramparts | ★★★★★ | Walking Around | Either | Either |
| 02 | Abbey | ★★★★★ | Abbey + Panorama | Either | Paid |
| 03 | Sand Bay Hiking | ★★★★★ | Hiking | Tour | Paid |
| 04 | Sand Bay Horse Riding | ★★★★★ | Horse Riding | Tour | Paid |
| 05 | Ultralight Craft | ★★★★★ | Flight | Tour | Paid |
| 06 | Viewpoint Dam | ★★★★★ | Panorama | Self | Free |
| 07 | Biking | ★★★★★ | Biking | Tour | Paid |
| 08 | Night Illuminations | ★★★★★ | Illuminations | Self | Free |
| 09 | St. Pierre Church | ★☆☆☆☆ | Church | Self | Free |
01. Village Streets & Ramparts
Appeal ★★★★★
Type Walking Around
Visit Self or Tour
Cost Free or Paid
The streets of the mount are narrow and winding. The main street is packed with shops and restaurants.
The medieval ramparts and defensive towers offer great views of the bay.
If you stay at the mount overnight, it’s worth visiting the streets again, as they have a different atmosphere and are much less crowded.
Main Entrance
– Porte de l’Avancée
Streets
– Grande Rue (main street)
– Rue La Truie qui File
– Rue Logis Sainte-Catherine
– Rue Les Fanils (alternative entrance)
Ramparts
– Porte et Logis du Roi
– Tour de la Liberté
– Bastion
– Tour du Nord
02. Abbey
Appeal ★★★★★
Type Abbey + Panorama
Visit Self or Tour
Cost Paid
Founded in the 8th century, the Abbey of Mont-Saint-Michel, a stunning example of Gothic architecture, sits majestically atop the island.
It also offers incredible panoramic views of the bay.
03. Sand Bay Hiking
Appeal ★★★★★
Type Hiking
Visit Tour
Cost Paid
Hiking across the sand bay of Mont-Saint-Michel is a unique adventure, giving you close-up views of the island and its bay.
Hiking in the bay is mandatory with a guide, as it is essential to know which areas of the bay are safe to walk on.
04. Sand Bay Horse Riding
Appeal ★★★★★
Type Horse Riding
Visit Tour
Cost Paid
Horse riding in the sand bay is an exciting way to see the natural beauty of Mont Saint-Michel. Riders can cross the tidal flats and enjoy the peaceful scenery with experienced guides.
05. Ultralight Craft
Appeal ★★★★★
Type Flight
Visit Tour
Cost Paid
Taking an ultralight craft flight is a thrilling way to see Mont Saint-Michel and its stunning surroundings from above. These small, lightweight aircraft offer unbeatable views of the island, the bay, and the Normandy coast.
06. Viewpoint Dam
Appeal ★★★★★
Type Panorama
Visit Self
Cost Free
The dam on the Couesnon River offers amazing views of Mont Saint-Michel and the nearby landscape. This modern structure manages tidal flows and is a great spot for photos.
07 . Biking
Appeal ★★★★★
Type Biking
Visit Tour
Cost Paid
Biking around Mont Saint-Michel lets you explore the beautiful countryside at your own pace. There are plenty of trails winding through scenic fields and along the coast.
08. Night Illuminations
Appeal ★★★★★
Type Illuminations
Visit Self
Cost Free
Only in summer, at night, Mont Saint-Michel turns into a magical scene with the abbey and ramparts glowing against the dark sky.
09. St. Pierre Church
Appeal ★☆☆☆☆
Type Church
Visit Self
Cost Free
St. Pierre Church, located within the village of Mont Saint-Michel, is a small church dating back to the 11th century.
Tiny Museums
Appeal ☆☆☆☆☆
Type Museums
Visit Self
Cost Paid
There a 4 tiny museums within the village of Mont Saint-Michel but they are rarely appreciated by visitors.
– Archéoscope
– Logis Tiphaine
– Historical Museum
– Maritime Museum
