Philippe Ybert: Discover adventures near Cuguen, 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 walk will allow the family to discover the high tides and the tidal bore phenomenon. The tidal bore is this small wave which forms at the time of the rising tide and which gets bigger as you approach the mouth of the Sée and the Sélune rivers. The most courageous face it in kayak or surfing. Most of them take advantage of the show, especially from the Grouin du Sud.

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.

On the path once used by customs officers, this route, beaten by the sea breeze, offers magnificent panoramas of the Mont Saint-Michel bay

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.

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.

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

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!

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

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!

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

Built in the 11th century on the initiative of William the Conqueror by the same builders as the Abbey of Mont Saint-Michel, the church of Notre-Dame is of Romanesque style and Gothic transition. A stained glass window in the choir indicates its raison d'être: the happy passage of the Couesnon by the men of William the Conqueror, in danger of getting bogged down.

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.

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).

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!

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

In Vains, in a warm, friendly, family-style setting close to the departure point for crossings of the Mont Saint-Michel bay, the Relais Vainquais, welcomes you to an open-air restaurant from Wednesday to Saturday (lunch and dinner) and Sunday lunch: a choice of meats and fish accompanied by home-cooked vegetables and homemade desserts. We can also prepare menus for groups of up to 25 people, with friends or family, by prior arrangement.

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.

In an old farmhouse, this house is friendly with its lounge area with fireplace for your evenings or its large table to gather your tribe around the meal. The terrace, facing south is also pleasant in the slightest ray of sunshine, surrounded by a beautiful lawned area. Marion and her brother Benjamin have been working since 2021 on the rehabilitation of this family property and will be happy to welcome you to this peaceful hamlet of Boucey south of Pontorson (all shops nearby). Possibility of easy walk in the surrounding bocage. You can walk along the nearby Couesnon river to guide you to the foot of the famous Mont St-Michel and its legendary silhouette. Between Brittany and Normandy, you will take advantage of this advantageous position to discover, for a weekend or a week, the treasures of Ille et Vilaine and the Manche.

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!

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.

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.

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…

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.

Modern and contemporary comfort in this charming old house. You will enjoy the gourmet menu offered at the owner's inn closeby.

Pontorson, a town near Mont-Saint-Michel (10 km) where you will find all the amenities on site and which will drop you off at the foot of the Marvel if you take the shuttles from the bus station! In this beautiful, bright and spacious house of 145 m², you will benefit from all the comforts for a pleasant stay. Christine and Pascal will have the pleasure of welcoming you to this residence, which they have maintained with care to best satisfy their guests. To enjoy a moment of relaxation outside, the garden, meals on the terrace or even the spa are at your disposal.

House located in a housing estate a few kilometers from Mont-Saint-Michel, in the town of Boucey-Pontorson. From this starting point, you can of course visit the essentials of the territory such as the "Marvel" and its Abbey, discover the crossings of the Bay, and taste many local products (seafood, biscuits and delicacies, lambs -salted in particular). This rental is ideal for stays with family or friends, wishing to benefit from a private and covered swimming pool, in complete peace of mind. The owners have worked to offer you a great holiday and above all to make you fully enjoy the outdoors!