Bay of Mont Saint-Michel: La Grande Traversée - Round trip 14 km/6 hours Bay of Mont Saint-Michel: La Grande Traversée - Drop-off 14 km/6 hours

This is the famous "Traversée des Grèves", a beautiful hiking tour in a natural setting, towards the Wonder: Mont Saint-Michel! 14 km/6 hours
This is the famous "Traversée des Grèves", a beautiful hiking tour in a natural setting, towards the Wonder: Mont Saint-Michel.
A longer route for a truly immersive experience: a great classic!

A crossing led and narrated by a passionate live guide, with various insights into the marine environment: the fauna, the flora, the tides, the origins of the Mont, the "desanding" project, etc.
As a passionate nature guide, I will introduce you to this magnificent area in a fun and friendly way, combining natural and historical heritage.

On the program: Wide open spaces, an introduction to quicksand, crossing waterways, information on the tides, fauna & flora, history & legends... A mid-route break at the foot of the Mont.
Long round-trip crossing of 14 km/6 hours. One-way trip possible (7 km/3 hours)

Ultra-comprehensive tour in a limited group + varied route off the beaten track. The goal: to let you experience and feel special moments in the Bay!
Classic route for the motivated!

Tour with commentary in French: Foreign friends, please use the Time Keetle app for instant translation with a smartphone and headphones

From 7/8 years old in the high season and from 9/10 years old in the low season.

Departure from a small Norman fishing village, arrival at Le Mont. Break, then drop-off at the starting point. The break does not allow for a visit to Le Mont: it deserves half a day ;-)
Departure from Pointe du Grouin du Sud in Saint-Léonard 50300 VAINS
Protected natural area: parking in the crossing parking lot (1.5 km)

Gear:
The crossing is done barefoot and in shorts or a bathing suit in the "summer season". Bring:
- a hiking-style backpack for water + sun protection (hat, cream, glasses)
- windbreaker + warm sweater
- snacks and/or picnic
- Light footwear (Crocs, sandals, old sneakers)
- a camera (in a plastic bag), binoculars
- collar + leash for dogs
- a water bottle and a towel for washing your feet

My approach
As a passionate nature guide, I create unique routes for you with each tide. The goal: to let you experience unique moments in the Bay while avoiding the crowds!
Guided and lively excursions in small groups for a fun and friendly discovery "off the beaten track" (25 to 35 people max instead of 50 to 60 people per guide / 40 for family discovery)
Wide open spaces, crossing waterways, an introduction to quicksand, fauna and flora, history and legends, a spectacular arrival at Mont Saint-Michel...
Marine Mammal Specialist in Baie du Mont with the Pelagis observatory.
Certified professional guide (No. 36-20).

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Questa escursione può essere annullata senza costi fino a 24 ore prima dell'inizio del viaggio. Se la annulli dopo 24 ore o non ti presenti all'escursione, ti verrà comunque addebitato il prezzo intero dell'attività. Essere in ritardo al ritiro o alla partenza sarà considerato come non presentarsi.