Abbey of Mont-Saint-Michel

What to expect

Classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Mont-Saint-Michel and its abbey is a natural and architectural marvel, attracting more than three million visitors every year. Exposed to the elements in a wide sandy bay, the abbey has a truly unique atmosphere. When you approach the island, Mont-Saint-Michel appears like a jewel rising into to the sky, neither on solid ground nor completely on the sea. A major pilgrimage destination since its construction in the 8th century, the abbey is open all year round.

	ANNUAL OPENING TIMES OF THE ABBEY OF MONT-SAINT-MICHEL
2 JANUARY - 30 APRIL	Open every day from 9.30 am to 6 pm
2 MAY - 31 AUGUST	Open every day from 9 am to 7 pm
1 SEPTEMBER - 31 DECEMBER	Open every day from 9.30 am to 6 pm

Attention: Last access to the abbey is 1 hour before closing.

Closed: 1 January, 1 May and 25 December.

During High Tides

In periods of high tides, access to Mont-Saint-Michel and thus to the abbey can be impacted for several days at a time.

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Admission is free for:

• Those under 18 years old (family and school groups)
• 18-25 year olds (nationals of European Union countries and non-European regular residents on French territory)
• Handicapped visitors and one accompanying person
• Job seekers, on presentation of a certificate that is less than 6 months old
• Culture Card - ICOM Card holders

The Abbey of Mont-Saint-Michel also opens its doors free on the 1st Sunday of the month between November and March inclusive

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Please note before your visit:

• The route includes 350 steps and there is no elevator to access the abbey.
• Suitcases and bags are forbidden
• Animals are not allowed, even in a carrying bag
• Knives and scooters are prohibited
• It is forbidden to smoke and eat in the monument
• Site access can be very difficult access site for people with reduced mobility
• No dogs are permitted except guide and assistance dogs

	HOW TO GET TO MONT-SAINT-MICHEL
BY CAR	- From Saint-Malo: Take exit number 2, the D 155 and then the D 797 or N 176 towards Pontorson, before taking the D 976. - From Caen: Take exit number 8, then the N 175 towards Rennes until Pontaubault, before changing to the D 43, D 75 or D 275 towards Mont-Saint-Michel.br>
USEFUL INFORMATION	Access to Mont-Saint-Michel is possible 24 hours a day, and parking fees are levied during the day. The car park is located 2.5 kilometres from Mont Saint-Michel itself. From there, you can access the island on foot or by free shuttles. The departure point of the shuttles is located in the car park, and the drop-off point is 400 metres from the entrance of Mont Saint-Michel.
BY TRAIN	It is possible to travel to Mont-Saint-Michel via the Mont-Saint-Michel train: Région Normandie, SNCF Intercités and TER Normandie both offer rail connections from Paris to Mont-Saint-Michel.

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