What time does Mont St Michel open?
The Mont-Saint-Michel is accessible 24h/24, with paying parking. Free shuttles from the parkings (by foot, it's about 45 minutes / 1h between the parkings and the entrance of the abbey). The site is hard to access for disabled people.
What hours is Mont St Michel open?
Our opening hours
| From November to March | July – August | |
|---|---|---|
| Mont Saint-Michel | From Monday to Sunday 10am-5.pm (5.30pm during school holidays) 9.30am-6pm in March | From Monday to Sunday 9.30am-7pm |
What time can you go to Mont Saint-Michel?
Opening Hours to Visit Mont St Michel Abbey
Opening hours for the Abbey of Mont Saint Michel are 9:30 am to 6 pm from September to April and 9 am to 7 pm from May to August. Last admissions are an hour earlier. The abbey complex is open year-round except on December 25, January 1, and May 1.
Can you visit Mont St Michel at night?
Visiting Mont Saint-Michel during the day is already a fantastic discovery … but spending the night is an unforgettable experience to be experienced at least once in your life! When the village empties of its daytime visitors, the place takes on an entirely new atmosphere.
Is it free to enter Mont Saint-Michel?
It is free to visit the general Mont Saint Michel area, including the town on the island. The shuttle bus that runs between the main parking lot and the island is also free. But there is a cost to visit the Mont Saint Michel Abbey. Admission to the abbey is €10 for adults and €8 for concession.
How long is the walk to Mont St Michel?
The walk to Mont St Michel from the parking lot is about 2km/1.25mi. What is this? If you go early as we did, you have the walk all to yourself and you have plenty of opportunities to take photos as you head into the island.
Can you leave Mont St Michel during high tide?
No, it is not possible to cross Saint Mont Michel Bay at high tide by foot or a shuttle bus. You can, however, watch the tide rush in from the island, mainland, or the bridge. Visitors can spend around 4-5 hours when exploring Mont St Michel and its bay.
Is Mont St Michel open everyday?
The Mont-Saint-Michel is accessible 24h/24, with paying parking. Free shuttles from the parkings (by foot, it's about 45 minutes / 1h between the parkings and the entrance of the abbey). The site is hard to access for disabled people.
Is day trip to Mont St Michel worth it?
If you get the chance to explore the abbey, then do it. You won't be disappointed. The whole 'mont' is just too gorgeous not to explore. I personally think 4 hours or so is great (or even a day, if you want to take it slow).
Can you get off of Mont St Michel when the tide is high?
This is, of course, subject to the tides. No, it is not possible to cross Saint Mont Michel Bay at high tide by foot or a shuttle bus. You can, however, watch the tide rush in from the island, mainland, or the bridge. Visitors can spend around 4-5 hours when exploring Mont St Michel and its bay.
How much does it cost to park at Mont St Michel?
The car park fee at Mont-Saint-Michel is described below. Depending on the size of your group and car rental rates, this may still be the best option for you. If you drive, the car park fee is 15 euros per car per day in high season. Larger vehicles are charged more (campers are charged 18.70 euros).
Can you access Mont St Michel at high tide?
No, it is not possible to cross Saint Mont Michel Bay at high tide by foot or a shuttle bus. You can, however, watch the tide rush in from the island, mainland, or the bridge. Visitors can spend around 4-5 hours when exploring Mont St Michel and its bay.
Is a day trip to Mont Saint-Michel worth it?
If you get the chance to explore the abbey, then do it. You won't be disappointed. The whole 'mont' is just too gorgeous not to explore. I personally think 4 hours or so is great (or even a day, if you want to take it slow).
How long does it take to walk to Mont Saint-Michel?
Specially designed paths for pedestrians
It takes about 50 minutes to walk from the shuttle bus stop to Mont-Saint-Michel. All three paths first lead to the Dam (place du Barrage), before heading on to the new walkway that takes you to the Rock.
How many steps up to Mont St Michel?
350 steps
You can access the Abbey by the “Grand Degré,” a large staircase of around 350 steps, which is closed off by a revolving door halfway up, which was guarded by a watchman in the past. In 1874, Mont Saint-Michel Abbey was designated a “Monument Historique.”
Is a day trip to Mont Saint Michel worth it?
If you get the chance to explore the abbey, then do it. You won't be disappointed. The whole 'mont' is just too gorgeous not to explore. I personally think 4 hours or so is great (or even a day, if you want to take it slow).
What time is high tide at Mont Saint Michel?
In the high tide and low tide chart, we can see that the first low tide will be at 4:23 h and the next low tide at 16:48 h. The first high tide will be at 9:43 h and the next high tide at 22:10 h.
Is a day trip to Mont-Saint-Michel worth it?
If you get the chance to explore the abbey, then do it. You won't be disappointed. The whole 'mont' is just too gorgeous not to explore. I personally think 4 hours or so is great (or even a day, if you want to take it slow).
Can you leave Mont St Michel at high tide?
No, it is not possible to cross Saint Mont Michel Bay at high tide by foot or a shuttle bus. You can, however, watch the tide rush in from the island, mainland, or the bridge. Visitors can spend around 4-5 hours when exploring Mont St Michel and its bay.
Can you walk to Mont Saint Michel at high tide?
No, it is not possible to cross Saint Mont Michel Bay at high tide by foot or a shuttle bus. You can, however, watch the tide rush in from the island, mainland, or the bridge. Visitors can spend around 4-5 hours when exploring Mont St Michel and its bay.