Discover Vieux-vy-sur-couesnon, gem of Ille-et-Vilaine

Fital Vakanties’s criteria: - Accommodation: hotels *** (high capacity) - Type of clientele : seniors/groups - Length of stay: 8 to 15 days - Km/day: 45 to 60km, easy roads - Any type of circuit

This 18 km stage is the final part of the GR®223, leading to Mont Saint-Michel, the ultimate reward after all of these kilometres on foot. After the bridge over the river Sélune in Pontaubault, you’ll alternate between walking on the dikes and in the salt meadows. In Flagé, follow the road that goes behind the polders all the way to Roche Torin point. There’s a picnic area here with a fantastic view of Mont Saint-Michel and its spectacular bay. You need to go around the point then carry on walking in the salt meadows. Next, you’ll come to another picnic area at Le Rivage. Leaving the area behind you, take the dike that runs along Saint-Avit polder. The finish of the stage is at the footbridge in La Caserne. This is also where the shuttles to Mont Saint-Michel leave from. If you still have some energy left, you can also walk to Mont Saint-Michel, which is around 2 km from here: a last effort before you climb the steps of the famous Mont! Take the opportunity to visit the Abbey, stroll through the picturesque streets or try crossing the bay on foot. During the spring tides, you can watch as Mont Saint-Michel becomes an island again: a magical experience. Note: you’ll go through several gates on this section: please be sure to shut them again behind you.

Cycle from the greenway used by major cycle tourism routes (La Véloscénie, La Vélomaritime and VéloWestNormandy) at Pontaubault to Avranches station, bypassing the mouth of the Sélune.

The route will lead you to the discovery of the Ardennes woods, while following the Sélune, a 1st category river rich in wild salmon.

Stage common to the Vélomaritime, the Véloscénie and the Vélo WestNormandy. From Ducey, you will follow the mouth of the Sée and Sélune rivers to Pontaubault, where you will leave the greenway. You will then take small departmental roads with little traffic offering unique views of the Bay and the Mont Saint-Michel which have been classified by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site since 1979. Its diversified landscapes (foreshore, grasslands...) will make you travel in different universes.

Stage common to the Vélomaritime, the Véloscénie and the Vélo WestNormandy. Saint-Hilaire-du-Harcouët is the last stopover in the Manche before arriving at Mont-Saint-Michel. For this last stop, tourists can find all the useful services to recharge their batteries. With its numerous assets, Saint-Hilaire-du-Harcouët is a dynamic town with the "Family Plus" label, invested in nature tourism and tends to engage in sustainable development through the "Station Verte" label. Moreover, the Tourist Office and the campsite are committed to welcoming itinerant tourists: on foot, by bike and on horseback. "Accueil Vélo" and "Accueil Cheval" symbolize this will.

Covering an area of 500 kilometres, the Bay of Mont-Saint-Michel stretches from the Pointe du Grouin in Brittany to Champeaux in Normandy. It belongs to the club of the most beautiful bays in the world and was classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. It is the scene of the highest tides in Europe and is home to a multitude of animal species.

Small house with exceptional facilities and comfortable bedding Everything you need for a getaway or holiday, whether solo or with the family. For your peace and quiet, the 250m² garden is enclosed. Outdoor games: children's swing, table tennis, table football. Garden furniture and large awning. The ground floor features a living room with fireplace, 120cm television, comfortable sofa, fitted kitchen area and a toilet. Upstairs: a master bedroom with a 160*200 bed, complemented by a mezzanine landing with two good beds and a curtain for privacy. Shower room with washbasin and toilet. All the facilities of a 3 épis gîte. In the centre of Pontmain, 1km from the gîte, all shops and services. Departure point for walks. Pontmain, a Marian city, is a famous place of pilgrimage. The Chênedet leisure centre offers swimming, canoeing, tree climbing and the Ange Michel amusement park for all ages. At the gateway to Brittany and Normandy, 15 minutes from Fougères and 40 minutes from Mont Saint Michel. Business stays: 2 people maximum 1 and 2-night stays: arrival 4pm - departure 4pm From 3 nights: arrival 4pm - departure 10am

The Gîte du Petit Maine is located in a quiet housing estate in the market town of Pontmain, close to the basilica and shops. The ground floor comprises a fully-equipped kitchen (oven, fridge, dishwasher, gas hob, toaster, kettle and microwave), a dining room with wood-burning stove and a sitting area. Bathroom with bath and shower and separate toilet. One bedroom with a double bed and another bedroom with two single beds, both on the ground floor. Outside, a south-facing enclosed garden. Garage and bike storage. Bed linen and towels are not provided.

Situated in the heart of the village of Pontmain, close to the basilica, its arboretum and a magnificent forest, your host Martine offers you the comfortable and modern flat "Auprès de mon arbre" on the first and top floor of a local stone house. The 75 m2 flat can accommodate 2 to 3 people and comprises : - a living room with a fully-equipped kitchen (oven, hob, coffee maker, fridge and microwave), dining room and sitting area - a bedroom with a double bed and a single bed - bathroom with bath, separate toilet - a laundry room with washing machine, tumble dryer, ironing board, steam generator and hoover. Compulsory cleaning charge (depending on length of stay). + €20 for each additional person using the second bed. Cot available on request, as well as safety gate. Pets not accepted.

Exceptional gîte in the prestigious town of Pontmain. Exceptional for its size: 150 m² with ceiling heights of over 2.5 m, for its modern, comfortable accommodation and for the warm, professional welcome from the Relais du Bocage team. You have access to the Relais' services: restaurant for lunch and dinner (booking required), fitness room and games room (billiards - table football), museum. This gîte is located at the end of the east wing of the Relais, in a peaceful, unoverlooked setting. It has its own private enclosed garden, with a breathtaking view of the Pontmain Basilica. The 12 hectares of wooded parkland are directly accessible from the gîte. The 3 spacious bedrooms can accommodate up to 8 people, with the addition of a hotel-quality 90x190 folding bed in one of the bedrooms. For your outings, as well as visiting the emblematic sites of Pontmain, you can discover the medieval fortress of Fougères (15 min), and Mont Saint-Michel (30 min). Leisure centres with swimming, canoeing, tree climbing, etc. at the Base de loisirs du Chênedet (10km) or the Base de la Colmont in Gorron (20km). Aquatis aquatic complex in Fougères (15km). All shops and services within walking distance. Numerous hiking trails. Possibility of arriving from Fougères station (15km, David taxi), Laval station (55km, taxis or BipBip Voyage for you and your bikes), or Rennes station (65km, numerous taxis). To be booked in advance. Gîte also available for 4 people under the name "Gîte le Bocage H53G020862". Long-stay special offer: 14 to 25 nights -20% and 25 to 30 nights -25%. 1-2 night stays: arrival 4pm - departure 4pm From 3 nights: arrival 4pm - departure 10am

Exceptional gîte in the prestigious town of Pontmain. Exceptional for its size: 110 m² with a ceiling height of over 2.5 m, for its modern, comfortable accommodation and for the warm, professional welcome from the Relais du Bocage team. You have access to the Relais' services: restaurant for lunch and dinner (booking required), fitness room and games room (billiards - table football), museum. This gîte is located at the end of the east wing of the Relais, in a peaceful, unoverlooked setting. It has its own private enclosed garden, with a breathtaking view of the Pontmain Basilica. You'll love the 12 hectares of wooded parkland directly accessible from the gîte. You can sleep up to 4 people - 2 adults and 2 children up to the age of 15 - by adding 1 hotel-quality folding bed or a sofa-bed, either in the large 40m² bedroom or in the 30m² lounge. For your outings, as well as visiting the emblematic sites of Pontmain, you can discover the medieval fortress of Fougères (15 min), and Mont Saint-Michel (30 min). Leisure centres with swimming, canoeing, tree climbing, etc. at the Base de loisirs du Chênedet (10km) or the Base de la Colmont in Gorron (20km). Aquatis aquatic complex in Fougères (15km). All shops and services within walking distance. Numerous hiking trails. Possibility of arriving from Fougères station (15km, David taxi), Laval station (55km, taxis or BipBip Voyage for you and your bikes), or Rennes station (65km, numerous taxis). Please book in advance. Gîte also available for 8 people under the name "Grand gîte le Bocage H53G023371". Long-stay special offer: 14 to 25 nights -20% and 25 to 30 nights -25%. 1-2 night stays: arrival 4pm - departure 4pm From 3 nights: arrival 4pm - departure 10am

This gîte is in the countryside, 15 km from Fougères, 10 km from Erné ... and 65km from Mont Saint Michel! You'll enjoy a beautifully landscaped private garden with trees, a large terrace and a petanque area bordered by fields and hedges. The gîte features a large living room (60m²) with fireplace and fully-equipped open-plan kitchen on the ground floor. Upstairs, 3 bedrooms, one with its own shower cubicle, 1 bathroom. 2 bedrooms with 2 single beds (90x190) and 1 bedroom with 1 single bed (160x200). 2 separate WCs. Discover the permaculture vegetable garden and the owners' collection of cacti and jobardes. Geese and hens frolic in their pens. 1 km away, you can also visit the "Remarkable Garden" at La Pellerine (May to September). Also the Renaudies garden (18km) at Colombiers du Plessis. Shops, services and swimming pool: in Ernée, 10km, or Fougères, 14km. Le Chenedet leisure centre (kayaking, tree climbing, swimming in summer...), 13km. Professional stay: 4 people maximum, compulsory options: cleaning 7+80€ (1 per stay of 1 to 14 nights).

A cosy secret spot nestling in a green setting Just 5 minutes from Pontmain and 15 minutes from Fougères, the gîte is surrounded by nature. Through the bay windows you can watch rabbits, squirrels, pigeons and maybe even a roe deer! Mon pré vert is a very comfortable gîte, with a vast, light-filled 60m² living room, comfortable sofas and armchairs, 4 bedrooms in a variety of styles and compositions and, above all, a very high standard of facilities. An ideal place to recharge your batteries and recharge your batteries. Shops are between 2.5km (bakery) and 6km (grocery shop and services). You're just 5 minutes from Pontmain, a famous Marian city and place of pilgrimage that's a must-see. You can also explore the surrounding area on signposted footpaths. In Fougères, 15 minutes away, you can discover the largest medieval fortress in Europe, 90km of hiking trails, the Château du Rocher Portail, or a little further afield, the Château de la Ballue and its remarkable gardens. Sporting activities? Head to Fougères for its water park, or Gorron for the Colmont leisure centre with mountain bike base, children's games, lasergame, bike hire, climbing wall, paintball, accrobranches, swin golf, kayaking... The garage is ideal for storing bikes and motorbikes. The meandering river La Futaie is 70m from the gîte, offering fishing with an FFP fishing licence. Professional stay: for your comfort, the gîte can accommodate a maximum of 5 people.

Spend a sensational hour at the Piloting School in Rennes. Accompanied by an instructor, take control of a tourist airplane! Spend a sensational hour at the Piloting School in Rennes and take control of a tourist airplane while accompanied by an instructor,  Make the most of this activity for two and soar through the air. Learn the theoretical basics of piloting a tourist airplane from your instructor. You will be taught how to taxi, take off, turn and land. Before taking off, you will learn all about the plane as explained by your teacher. Then, led by your pilot-guide, take turns sitting at the helm of the plane and taxi on the runway towards the take-off point. Once in the air, you will feel the thrill of flying through the clouds and take in splendid views of Brittany’s landscapes. Treat yourself by choosing this activity for two and have a sensational experience at the helm of a tourist airplane!

Accompanied by your instructor, spend 15 exciting minutes at the Piloting School in Rennes. You will immediately take control of a tourist airplane! Accompanied by your instructor, spend 15 exciting minutes at the Piloting School in Rennes. Then, you will immediately take control of a tourist airplane. Led by your pilot-guide, taxi on the runway towards the take-off point. At take-off time, the pilot will take the controls then let you continue going upwards. Once in the air, you will feel the thrill of flying through the clouds. You can even do some turns, ascents and descents. Take in splendid views of Brittany’s landscapes and enjoy the unique experience of being at the controls. Start your descent towards the runway where your instructor will take back the controls for a short while to land before letting you taxi towards the airport’s parking lot. Treat yourself to this sensational experience at the helm of a tourist airplane!

Discover the trade secret of the famous French sailor pull SAINT JAMES knitting invite you to discover their traditional know-how of the manufacturing of the famous sailor pull and the nautical striped by opening the doors of workshops just step from Mont Saint-Michel. Since 1889, SAINT JAMES immortalizes the French home-made tradition in the textil production. Certified "Living Heritage Compagny", Saint James propose the discovery of unique history and know-how !

Located at the foot of Mont Saint-Michel, Brasserie de la Baie produces traditional beers with a wide range of aromas to satisfy the most demanding palates. Come and visit our workshops and taste our products.

Commune in the heart of the Bay of Mont Saint-Michel, on the banks of the Couesnon. Historic birthplace of the Du Guesclin and Montgomery families. Ancient fortified town destroyed in 1623. Surrounded by natural areas (polders, marshes...), Pontorson offers an ideal natural setting for long or short stays. A densely populated town with more than 80 shops and services, a dozen hotels and numerous quality restaurants.

The Relais Montois is located 9 km from Mont Saint-Michel, in the center of Pontorson. You will find French and Italian specialties prepared with fresh and selected products.

Pizzas, pasta, salads on the spot or to go.

Restaurant serving traditional cuisine, halfway between Caen and Saint-Malo and 2 steps from Mont-Saint-Michel. Between two countries, this century-old house on the road to Mont Saint-Michel offers a menu of the sea and the land, based on local produce. Classics from both regions take pride of place, to suit all tastes, with a classic execution that doesn't miss a beat. Come and enjoy! Handcrafted or farm products from local producers!

The bisqu'in, located at the foot of Mont Saint-Michel, offers you fish and seafood specialities as well as the essential products of the Normandy region and the bay (local lamb from the bay, andouille, camembert, apple).

Established 13 years ago at the entrance to Mont Saint-Michel, in a place called "La Caserne", our restaurant "La Ferme Saint-Michel" is dedicated to enhancing the image of this illustrious site by offering a warm welcome and quality bistronomic dining. Entirely "home-made", our cuisine is prepared by a highly professional team under the guidance of a talented chef. Our dishes are prepared using the finest, carefully selected local produce. The introduction of a 4-day week in 2 shifts enables us to provide continuous service from 11:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., 7 days a week. Our ambition is to make Mont Saint-Michel a showcase for the excellence of local produce.

Located in the heart of Mont Saint-Michel, in historic 15th-century residences, La Confiance restaurant offers tasty cuisine and specialties: seasonal salads and soups, roast poultry, traditional lamb, fish marmite, galettes, crêpes... An authentic setting with a large, beautiful fireplace, traditional decor and a warm atmosphere will complete the pleasure of your meal.

Les Remparts restaurant is located inside Mont Saint-Michel, and has 3 dining rooms with a total capacity of 220 diners, including one with a view over the bay of Mont Saint-Michel.

Sauté of lamb Mussels Marnières Salads Galettes Pancakes

Open for lunch every day from Monday to Friday, Le Pontaminois is an inn like no other. The staff, made up of adults with motor or sensory disabilities, are on hand every day to offer you a menu made from fresh, local produce, in a spirit of traditional cooking that smells homemade. Menu at 15 euros, with a choice of 2 courses and 3 desserts, changed every day starter / main course / dessert / 25 cl drink (cider or wine) + coffee Bar service opens at 9am, and when the weather is fine you can enjoy the terrace in season.

On the borders of Normandy and Brittany, the village of Sacey marks the entrance to the land of the Bay of Mont St-Michel. In this peaceful hamlet, the owners have perfectly renovated this cozy house. The 2 bedrooms upstairs have their own private bathroom for more comfort. The atmosphere of the house is soft and relaxing like this place surrounded by greenery and great tranquility. In addition to discovering the marvel of the West, you can easily discover the ports of Cancale or Granville, renowned medieval sites such as Fougères or Dinan, passing through more unusual discoveries such as the bell foundry of Villedieu or the Scriptorial d' Avranches.

Set in the old village school, the two gîtes are very functional and are situated in the heart of la Manche, a few kilometers from Brittany.

Set in the old village school, the two gîtes are very functional and are situated in the heart of la Manche, a few kilometers from Brittany.

Rachel and Francis arranged for you 3 hp. (1 bed 2 pers.) And 1 bedr. (2 beds 1 pers.) S. water and toilets, the floor of an old outbuilding near the main house. Living room with kitchenette and fireplace (insert) for the guests. Breakfast and table d'hote evening (reservations) are served in the dining room of the owners. Child meal (- 12 years): 8 €.

Located in Carnet, a charming Sud-Manche village near Saint-James, this comfortable Holiday cottage is ideal for a peaceful stay in the Countryside. Awarded the Tourism and Handicap label, it is perfectly suited to all holidaymakers, offering functional living spaces and facilities adapted for people with reduced mobility. The fully-renovated house combines old-world charm with modern comforts for a peaceful stay. Outside, the surrounding Countryside invites you to relax and stroll. You can also discover the landscapes of the Normandy bocage, explore the typical surrounding villages, or visit the major tourist sites nearby, such as Mont-Saint-Michel, Avranches and Granville.

Old renovated house in a quiet village near Mont-Saint-Michel. You can take full advantage of the garden and the 2 terraces for meals outside or simply relax. Fully equipped, the ground floor consists of a large living room with living room / lounge and open fitted kitchen. Upstairs, 2 bedrooms and a bathroom (shower and bath) with WC.

In the bay of Mont st Michel, in peaceful surroundings, a spacious, bright and comfortable house, offering pretty views, ideal for a family holiday! Mont st Michel is only 15 kms away!

A small holiday home located on a farm, offering several other gites. Pleasant landscaped garden. The owners also run a farm shop, situated 400 metres away.

Adjoining gîtes, set in a former farm. Landscaped gardens. Chalet sale shop, at the entrance of the property, jams made by the owner

Within the framework of an old farmhouse of character. Neat landscaping. Sale of farm products on the owners' farm 400m away.