Discover Miniac-morvan in Ille-et-Vilaine, Brittany

An island joins itself to land Island, isn’t really no more But the essential still remains... The sea is ever-present North, West,South,East, She left her mark on nature She left her mark on men Summer for her beaches Winter for her landscapes All year round for her breath of fresh air Saint-Jacut wants itself intimate and friendly, opened and secretive, above all ___ See you soon for a singular holiday. This great tour of the peninsula is meant for hikers; it can be discovered through two distinct paths of a 6km/3.7miles distance. Let yourself be energised and jump in a great bath of sea spray, sun and, according to the season, sea water. Have a nice discovery (The suggested circuits are given as an indication and do not take into account the possible terrain or environment evolution. The users’ personal responsibility is engaged by the use of these circuits, the office de tourisme disengages itself from any responsibility regarding the use of the maps and possible accidents that may occur on the proposed itinerary.)

Nazareth district was attached to Plancoët as late as 1841. Before then, it was an important hamlet of Corseul, the Roman city. The central rue de l'Abbaye, with its preserved architecture, is one of the oldest streets of the town. This bank of the Arguenon River is the theater of the first steps of great Romantic author: François-René de Chateaubriand. François-René de Chateaubriand was born in St Malo on Septembre 4th 1768 and was buried, as he asked, at the Grand Bé, in front of St Malo, July 19th 1848. Feeble newborn, he spent his early childhood "at Plancoët's fresh air' where his grand-mother, Madame de Bedée placed him in a nanny's care. He stayed there for approximately three years, then it was Saint-Malo and Combourg, Dol, Rennes and Dinan's schools from where, adolescent, he comes to visit his family. He's the witness of his kin's happiness... This walk follow the circuit that Chateaubriand's mother and grand-mother took between la Bouëtardaye manor, the rented house of Rue de l'Abbaye and Nazareth church. (These suggested itineraries are given as an indication and don't take the possible evolution of the grounds or the environment into account. The use of these circuits is, therefore, left to the personal responsability of the users, the Office de tourisme disengages itself of any responsability towards the use of the maps and the possible accidents that might occur on the offered itinerary).

This educational path and its signs that you are about to discover were pade by Plancoët's Public School, through a Nature Régional Territorial contract "For the valorisation of the biodiversity and of the natural heritage of Plancoët." This Nature contract, that took place between 2011 and 2014, had as principal objectives to : - Getting to know and promote the regional biodiversity's quality and its relations with the geo-diversity through flora and fauna invetories (vertebrate and invertebrate) and through geological studies in order to categorise habitats and their evolution, their relations with the underground, the ground's nature and of the hydrogeology of the site... - Offer management solution for the site by concertation amongst the owners for its quality to be kept and its heritage to be valorised through a work of appropriation by the great public and educational initiative while taking into account local economical activities. http://bio-scene.org/content/tertre-de-brandefer (The suggested circuits are given as an indication and do not take into account the possible terrain or environment evolution. The users’ personal responsibility is engaged by the use of these circuits, the Office de tourisme disengages itself from any responsibility regarding the use of the maps and possible accidents that may occur on the proposed itinerary.)

Do you think you know Plancoët well enough? Let the town surprise you! You’ll be surprised by the maritime heritage, the edifices and architectural details of this lovely flowered village-centre between sea and countryside. The Breton origin of the name Plancoët means, according to Plancoët born poetes; Marie-Paule Salonne, “Land of the Wood” (The suggested circuits are given as an indication and do not take into account the possible terrain or environment evolution. The users’ personal responsibility is engaged by the use of these circuits, the Office de tourisme disengages itself from any responsibility regarding the use of the maps and possible accidents that may occur on the proposed itinerary.)

Go and discover a village-centre that will know how to surprise you From the centre animated by the shops and its Sunday market, to its buildings show casing the use of local granite, you'll wander to original natural spaces. There are no signs along this itinerary. (The proposed circuits are given as an indication and do not take into account the possible evolution of the grounds or the environment. The use of these itineraries is therefore left to the individual and personal responsability of the users, the Office de tourisme disengages itself from any responsability as to the use of the maps and the eventual accidents that may occur on the given itineraries.)

When arriving in Saint-Méloir-des-Bois, you will be taken by the authentic and preserved aspect of this village from Brittany. The village boasts, since 2000, the certification of “Commune du Patrimoine rural de Bretagne” (Village of the Rural Heritage of Brittany), which shines a light on the existence of an architectural, landscape, ethnological and historical heritage which permits to understand the land and its inhabitants. From its environmental action (Agenda 21) and its preserved countryside, it is also crowned « Village Nature ». Finally, it won prizes for the quality of its flowers and obtained a third flower at the Flowered Towns and Villages contest in 2013. This short itinerary allows each and everyone to discover this charming village. (The proposed itineraries are given as an indication and don’t take into account the possible evolution of the ground or the environment. The use of these itineraries is, therefore, of the individual responsibility of the users, the Office de Tourisme disengages itself from any responsibility towards the use of the map and of potential incidents that may occur on the proposed circuits).

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

Presentation: Walk the second section by taking part of the GR223 and the GR22. This section leads you to Avranches. Remarkable points on the stroll 11- La falaise de Carolles : Placed between 2 Vauban huts, it offers incomparable panoramas and evokes many stories: legions of Caesar and soldiers of Hitler, Vikings and Chouans, St Scubilion and Vauban, Gargantua and Satan, gold diggers and builders of dykes, naval fights and shipwrecks, silence of the leprous monks of St-Clement and mischievousness of the fetishes of the caves... 12- The church of Saint Jean le Thomas : Be careful at the crossroads, the church of Saint-Jean-le-Thomas is on the left on the D24. Of Romanesque origin from the 12th, 14th and 16th centuries (IMH): traces of fern leaf apparatus, Gothic portal and bell tower; high altar and statues from the 18th century. Commune of Dragey-Ronthon. 13- The church of Saint-Medard Dragey: Built from the twelfth century, it has a stained glass window recalling the drowning of the son of the then owner of the manor Brion, Mr. Isselin with one of his friends. Its Saint-Médard tower was used as a landmark for fishermen, pilgrims or sailors who were in the bay. 14- Les chemins de la Baie et Découverte du Bec Andaine : This sandy point bordered by dunes is the starting point for pedestrian crossings of the bay towards Mont-Saint-Michel, guided mainly by two organisations: Les Chemins de la Baie and Découverte. The crossings take 1h30 and the same for the return. 15- The church of Notre-Dame and Sébastien de Genêts: The church of Notre-Dame and Sébastien, as well as its cemetery, are listed. The bells were also used to guide people lost in the bay in foggy weather. On the benches of the charming south porch, the affairs of the parish were once dealt with. 16- Islet of Tombelaine rock: Look out to sea on the right, you will see the wild islet of Tombelaine rock, which is home to many birds: little egrets, gulls etc. ... You are now on the GR223, which goes around the Cotentin, the coastal path. 17- Pointe du Mont Manet des Près Salés : The point of Mont Manet offers a panorama on the "Grand Port" and the "herbus" or "salt meadows" sheltering cows and sheep that feed on the vegetation loaded with iodine and salt. The flesh of these lambs is particularly appreciated by gourmets. 18- The Romanesque priory of Saint-Leonard: The Romanesque priory of Saint-Leonard dominates the town of Vains. It is made of schist and granite, noble material of the Avranchin for religious buildings. The territory was given by William the Conqueror to an abbey in Caen who founded this priory, around which the town was built. 19- The points of Grouin du Sud and Roche Torin: The points of Grouin du Sud and Roche Torin form ideal elevations to observe the rising tide. During the equinox tides, they are invaded by a crowd that comes to witness the impressive spectacle of the 'flood' invading the shore at the "speed of a galloping horse" and the amazing formation of the tidal bore. 20- The tithing barns of Saint Léonard : Look at the two 17th century tithing barns : one at the entrance of the village of Saint-Léonard, the other near the church of Vains has been restored. The Manor of Vains has an interesting architecture: the North side (XVIth century) was a fortified and defensive farm, the South side (from the XVIIIth century) became a gentleman's residence, when peace returned. 21- The Avranches Scriptorial Museum: The Scriptorial is the Mont-Saint-Michel manuscript museum which presents more than 200 medieval volumes and allows the discovery of the different phases of manuscript production, calligraphy and illumination. It deals with the content of ancient texts, then evokes the evolution towards printing. Its medieval architecture is interesting.

At the start of this 22 km stage, you’ll go around the village of Genêts, walking next to the salt meadows. When you get to a gabion wall, go along the edge of the meadows and climb over the stiles to get to the Pointe du Mont Manet then Les Porteaux. Next, you’ll go past Le Grand-Port. Note: with very high tidal coefficients, it’s best to take the coastal road between Le Grand-Port and Le Rivage hamlet. The path alternates between salt meadows and roads on the way to the rocky headland at Grouin du Sud, where you’ll have a superb view of the Bay of Mont Saint-Michel. This is where the Sée and Sélune streams meet to form a river. During the spring tides, you can watch the famous “mascaret” tidal bore here. This “wall of water” goes up the river an hour and a quarter before the high tide. Next, the coastal path takes you to a bridge that you’ll cross before getting back to the salt meadows. Walk alongside the racecourse that takes you to the departmental road (D911). Next, take a path parallel to the road along the river to the footbridge over the Sée. From here, if you want to explore Avranches, you can follow the GRP path “Les Belvédères du Mont Saint-Michel”. It takes you into the town centre and you can get back on the GR®223 in Bouillé via the GR®22. If you carry on following the GR®223, turn right after going over the footbridge. The road goes through Les Plataines, La Roche and Mirey. From Mirey to Bouillé, you’ll walk through the saltmarshes surrounded by herds of sheep (don’t disturb them). During the spring tides, it’s better to take the road. From Bouillé, carry on this section along the road to Gué de l’Epine. At Moulin de Flaget, you’ll enter the saltmarshes again. Between here and Pontaubault, the path alternates between roads and salt meadows.

Start: 5 Route de la Forge, 50530 Champeaux Finish: 42 Bouille, 50300 Le Val-Saint-Père Near the village of Champeaux, between Carolles and Saint-Jean-le-Thomas, the cliffs are high and prodigious. The most beautiful kilometer in France, according to General Eisenhower! The Champeaux cliffs offer a remarkable panorama of the Bay of Mont-Saint-Michel. The path over the promontory winds through wild, dense and varied vegetation. The path is lined with huts built by order of Vauban to enable customs officers to keep an eye on the coast. Today, they serve as observation points for birdwatchers.

Take off on board an ultralight trike or autogyro and take in the breathtaking views over Mont Saint-Michel! TAKE OFF ON BOARD AN ULTRALIGHT TRIKE OR AUTOGYRO AND TAKE IN THE BREATHTAKING VIEWS OVER MONT SAINT-MICHEL! Mont Saint-Michel, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, rises up in the heart of a vast bay invaded by the biggest tides in Europe and offers visitors some spectacular scenery. In the company of a qualified pilot, fly away for a tour of this renowned site! Take in the views of its medieval architecture, the area’s flora and fauna and the beautiful coastal scenery. This is an out-of-the-ordinary way of seeing the Wonder of the Western World!

Fly over Mont Saint-Michel Bay on an ultralight trike or autogyro and explore its incredible scenery! FLY OVER MONT SAINT-MICHEL BAY ON AN ULTRALIGHT TRIKE OR AUTOGYRO AND EXPLORE ITS INCREDIBLE SCENERY! Mont Saint-Michel, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is renowned for its medieval architecture and ideal location in the heart of a vast bay invaded by the biggest tides in Europe. In the company of an experienced guide, set off to discover this world-famous site. On an ultralight trike or autogyro, fly all the way around Mont Saint-Michel and take in the panoramic views of the bay and the cliffs of Champeaux. Discover the local flora and fauna and enjoy the adrenaline rush over this historical, cultural and natural site!

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!

Spend an unforgettable hour at the Piloting School in Rennes. Take control of a tourist airplane with an instructor. Spend an unforgettable 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 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, sit 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. Take in splendid views of Brittany’s landscapes and enjoy the unique experience of being at the controls. Treat yourself by choosing this activity and have a sensational experience at the helm of a tourist airplane!

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.

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

Stay on the same sidewalk for about 250m (after the castle). You can see the layers of the old Roman road. Take on the right the path to Trégouët Abbey, and climb the hill up to the Temple. On this hill, the largest Gallo Roman sanctuary of Brittany stands. Created ex-nihilo, this monument appears as a tool to serve the integration of the local populations and shows the dedication of the Coriosolites city to the Empire. Its construction, based on the size and the cost, was in two stages and on a few decades between the end of the 1st and the beginning of the 2nd century AD. The Romano-Celtic building, facing east, is organised around a vast sacred courtyard covering 5,000m² (108m x 98m). and is surrounded by three raised porticoes. It is said to be Romano-Celtic since it uses, in its architecture, a polygonal cella (most sacred area of the sanctuary) in Celtic tradition, associated to the Greek system with three porticoes, the whole linked with the Etrusco-Italic constructions through its frontality. The columns are in the Tuscan style, very puridied Roman architectural order. One entered the sanctuary through the vestibules which allowed to host, control and guide the pilgrims. The sacred area could hold around 5,000 people. The processions and calls of the Emperor representatives took place under the porticoes. The octogonal cella, (tower originally 22.50m heigh) of which four walls still remain, was the most sacred area of the sanctuary, reserved to the sacerdos (priests) and the elite. The cella housed the tutelar deity's statue, Mars Mullo. The pilgrims couldn't access this area. To pray to the god, they turned in the adjoining gallery and left their offerings to the God in a small exedra. The sanctuary was destroyed by fire, most likely between 275 and 290 AD. Voluntary fires caused during pillages by Saxon pirates going up the Rance River, or by peasants revolts against imperial power and social order. Many a building, public or private, walls or enclosures, of the area has been built with the stones from these ruins. An interpretative itinerary in free access shows you the life of the sanctuary. Slip into Gaius' mind, our mascotte, and let yourself be lead into the pilgrim's ceremony! Go around the site and retrace your steps to CORIOSOLIS.

Cross and go on the Mairie parvis. On the left, the Jardin des Antiques offers a perspective on the ancient Roman road and Monterfil Gallo-Roman commercial district. A Gallo-Roman city is also an important economic power and with its 5,000 inhabitants meant, for this eran an enormous market. The food products are, for a large part, from the surrounding countryside, and by faraway imports from Italy or Spain such as wine, oil... Some crafted goods are also made here, but a lot of them come from trading with other Gaulish cities or farther away regions of the Empire. All the discovered objetcs found through search testify to this intense economical life in which currency was the necessary medium of exchange for transactions. The most important road of the Ancient city crosses the district from west to east ends in the forum. It is lined, north, by a great commercial building with activities and warehouse, caracterised by an imposing portal and, south, by three buildings housing shops, a meeting place (private basilica) and, at the back, the shopkeepers and craftmen's houses. Go down the steps and close your eyes, imagine yourself as a character from the Ancient times walking down this street full of shops and noises. If you stop now, the itinerary is 2km long, the Coriosolites' sanctuary, called Temps de Mars (Mars Temple) is accessible by car.

Once in Rue de l'Arguenon, turn left, then right in Rue du Montafilan, 1st on the left and then again left to the church. The entry to the church is on the parking lot side (public lavatory). According to Roman Law, it is forbiden, for hygiens reasons as well as for the sacred nature of the urban territory, to bury people inside the cities. Necropolis to bury or incinerate, "out of the walls", had funerary monuments (mausoleums, stelae). Inside the church, at the basis of a pillar on the south side of the church, one can find a stela erected, to his mother's memory, by a Roman citizen. This Carthaginian woman, Siligia Namgidde, left her country to be with her son in the Coriosolites' city. She died there, age 65.

Dès Mars 2014, venez découvrir le Centre d’Interprétation du Patrimoine CORIOSOLIS ! Au cœur de cet espace muséographique innovant et ludique, remontez le temps, de l’Époque Contemporaine à la Préhistoire, pour explorer les nombreux patrimoines du territoire de la communauté de communes Plancoët Plélan. From March 2014, come and discover the Interpretative Centre CORIOSOLIS! Inside this playful and innovative museographic space, go back through time, from Modern Times to Prehistorical times, to explore the vast heritage of the Communauté de Commune Plancoët-Plélan's territory. Part of this heritage the impressive Gallo-Roman remnants of Corseul. Corseul, Gallo-Roman capital city as eastly as the first century AD, today showcases formidable testimonies. Admire the archeological collection, the house of a rich Coriosolite, a vast commercial district and the largest sanctuary of Brittany! We urge you to visit the Interpretative Centre CORIOSOLIS before going on this walk, you'll get a better understanding of the remnants you'll see.

Upon leaving CORIOSOLIS, take the path following the Clos Mulon domus in front of you. The archeological site of Clos Mulon is at the crossing of the streets, organised according to two main roads : decumanus (East/West) and cardo (North/South), marking the border between the forum's public space and the residencial one, the domus's (unifamilial urban houses). This site is an open mirror on 4 eraes of dwelling. At the first century of our era, it welcomed a domus (house), made of three rooms. Under the rule of Emperor Claudius (41-54) to take up 600m². In the 2nd and 3rd centuries AD, the domus reaches its final stage, to end up, at the end of the 3Rd and the beginning of the 4th century, as thermae (build West). An interpretative itinerary, in open accès, unveils the rich history of this site.

Walk past the camping site and take the path through the dune above the beach. The name of this point is a reference to the judiciary powers of St-Jacut’s abbot in medieval times, abbot who had the “droit de gibet” (right to hang people) there. Today the only executions are the 14th of July fireworks. From this point, a very beautiful view of the maritime marshes of Beaussais, of Lancieux and the Châtelet harbour, is enjoyed. Continue towards the end of the bay and walk on the dike to the Zone Artisanale.

When in rue du Châtelet, (the Office de tourisme is 150m farther on the right), go down left (on your left again you’ll see the port). Retrace your steps and follow the street to the Office de tourisme. The second half of the 19th century saw the creation of two ports in St-Jacut: one for summer and the mackerel fishing season: la Houle Causseul; the second one for winter, protected from the dangers of the sea: le Châtelet, where you can find a remarkable salt storage room. Both retain their authenticity. Even though it looks modest, St-Jacut was, in the 1930's, the second largest port of the Côtes-du-Nord, (Côtes d'Armor's former name)

Probably started in the 11th century and erected by the monks of the abbey around 1430, the monks’ dike served to stop the sea’s assaults and to win precious arable lands to feed a famished population.

One of the Jaguens' favourite beaches during winter since it is protected from westerly winds. This beach is so named due to the numerous springs that, in olden days, "pissed" there in every season.

Fully integrated to the second railway lines of local interest built under Departemental Bridges and Roads Chief Engineer Louis Harel de la Noë, the line "Guildo-Saint-Briac (Brittany, 35) was declared of public interest March 28, 1912. Designed to create a link with the Ille-et-Vilaine département and the tramway St-Briac-Dinard, this line was opened to operation in 1926 (Le-Guildo-Lancieux) and 1932 (Lancieux-St-Briac). It was closed and downgraded in 1939. (source http://patrimoine.region-bretagne.fr/)

When on the Landouar square, go up on the left of the Grande Rue and go back to the office. The Grande Rue, (Main Street), was, for a long time, the only way called “rue”; the other were paths or roads. On this main road, rare houses show only their façades. Right or left the “rangées” (rows of houses) are aligned. At the end of the Impasse du Paradis (Heaven’s dead end) you’ll meet Saint Christopher, protector of the travelers. This granite statue from the 15th century proves how long he was celebrated in Jaguen territory.

Going down the steps you arrive in a valley away from the main road. In Chateaubriand's time, these houses were the only ones in the hamlet. Nazareth district was an craftemen's district. The façades gave out on the street; the shop was held at the ground floor (the old shop windows can be made out on the façades) and the people lived on the first floor. At the back was a back-shop, a work-shop, sometimes an oven, a garden for the food missing and at the bottom of the valley, water, the essential element to every and any craft. "My grand-mother lived in the only street of the hamlet de l'Abbaye, a pretty small house of which the gardens went down in terraces to a valley and at the end of which a small fountain, surrounded by willow trees, could be found. (extract from Memories of my Life)

Plancoët is also a port at the back of a ria. In the middle of the 19th century, the light boats were numerous to dock there and load or unload grains, apples, wood, « marne » ou « tangue » of the sea (mud to spread on the fields, used as a fertiliser on the crops) The arrival of the train in 1879 meant its decline.

Plancoët was the safest ford down on the ria. It is also there that the strength of the river could be used. As early as 1223, writings mention mills, like those you can see on each side of the bridge, turned into houses today.

Welcome to the only commerce of the village. This artisanal crêperie, certified "crêperie gourmande" distinguishes itself by an authentic cuisine, exclusively realised from fresh products by the hostess : artisan crêpier. Her original preparations, the quality of the setting and the warm welcome makes this crêperie one of the best of the area. Two dining rooms and a south facing terrasse. Some specialities: galette with scallops and leeks fondue, crêpes with caramelised apple, salter butter caramel and vanilla ice cream, kig-ha-farz (to order, some Sundays) Details on : www.creperiesucrésalé.monsite.orange.fr

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.

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.

Opening 03/04/2020 > 27/09/2020 Huttopia Baie du Mont St Michel campsite welcomes you for a stay in the heart of Brittany on the edge of a lake in the midst of the countryside. Located near Saint Malo and Mont St Michel, enjoy a holiday of sightseeing, swimming in the pool, walks and family activities.

After the Plage des Haas, the costal path follows the abbey’s park. A gate allows you to access this private property and discover its remarkable edifice. History and legend tell us that in the 5th century, two twin monks, Jacut and Guéthenoc, arrived on this peninsula called « Landoac » looking for a fitting place to create a hermitage. A Benedictine monastery was established there and had a great influence on the region’s development and evolution until the French Revolution. Sold as Bien National (National Good), sold again many times, the abbey knows many vicissitudes and different uses (Border guard caserns, home to a wealthy foreign family...). In 1875, the monastery’s ruins are bought by the Congrégation des Sœur de l’Immaculée: a religious order from St-Méen-le-Grand (Ille-et-Vilaine), they’ll turn it into a nursing home for the nuns and a free school for the children of the area. The restoration starts right away. To finance the school, the nuns host, firstly the British tourists who came, under doctor’s orders, to take sea water and hot algae baths. They stream in right from 1876. That’s the start of the “guesthouse”. Along the years, the summer holiday goers keep growing in numbers; the nuns develop the hotel capacities of the Abbey and diversify the activities and the hosting: the Abbey is now a guesthouse and a high place of cultural and spiritual encounters. Please respect the environment and the quietness of the residents.

The sports field (foot-ball, tennis...), strawberry fields and a camper-van area can be found there.

Family-run Logis hotel with 9 rooms at reasonable prices. Conveniently located on the edge of Normandy and Brittany, ideal starting point for visits to Cancale, Saint-Malo, Dinan, Dinard, Fougères, Avranches, Granville and the beaches of Brittany and Normandy. Mont Saint-Michel and its bay are less than 9 km away.

Discover this luxury house with swimming pool in the heart of Pontorson, the last city before Mont-Saint-Michel, for a very comfortable stay! In a peaceful alley, you will discover behind this discreet facade a magnificent contemporary extension and its private garden. Once you cross the threshold of the door, you will be caught by the resolutely contemporary style of this house and amazed by its comfort and its dimensions. No less than 5 bedrooms are distributed in this set, each with bathroom. The very spacious living room, bathed in light, is remarkably fitted out. The covered swimming pool extends this living space and will delight the whole family. Elodie, the owner, endeavored to equip the house as rarely to satisfy all your desires. Household appliances are plentiful for the tribe (waffle maker, fryer, or raclette) and the welcome reserved for the little ones is exemplary with a dedicated room with everything you need. A pleasant enclosed garden completes the property. What to fully enjoy with family or friends of your getaway at the foot of Mont St-Michel!

Nicole and Pierre welcome you to their spacious and contemporary B&B, on the border between Normandy and Britanny and only 10 minutes from the Mont Saint-Michel. Couples and families alike can be accomodated and enjoy the privacy of the enclosed garden. The house is a short walk from the town centre, where you can explore the shops and the large Wednesday morning market.

This small dynamic city on the banks of the Couesnon is closely linked to Mont St-Michel located a few kilometers downstream. A stone's throw from the station, Margot offers guest rooms in her bourgeois residence in the town centre. She has fitted out a small gite in the outbuilding located in the garden. Something suitable for small families who will find here a suitable place for an extended vacation time between Normandy and Brittany. The shared covered swimming pool located just at the corner of the terrace will delight children. The cozy bedrooms overlook a mezzanine landing where a play area is also available. All shops nearby.

Situated 9km from Mont Saint-Michel, on the edge of the river, the Haliotis campsite is an ideal geographical location for visiting Saint-Malo (45 km), Granville (45 km), Fougères (35 km) and, in general, the whole of the Mont Saint-Michel bay. Although in the countryside, all shops and public transport are within 200m. The green way which leaves the campsite leads directly to the entrance of the Mont Saint-Michel !

Situated 9 km from the Mont Saint-Michel, on the edge of the river, the Haliotis campsite is an ideal geographical location to visit Saint-Malo (45 km), Granville (45 km), Fougères (35 km) and generally speaking, the whole bay of the Mont Saint-Michel. Although being in the countryside, all the shops and public transport are 200 m away. The green way which leaves the campsite leads directly to the entrance of the Mont Saint-Michel!

An excellent base from which to visit the nearby Mont-St-Michel, the ivy-covered Montgomery is a delightful historical hotel which conjures up the memory of the count who lived here in the 16th century, with its period panelling, remarkable staircases and painted ceilings. A bed canopy here, a four-poster bed there, with a handbasin in a cupboard a little further on…