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The dam on the Couesnon – Bridge to Mont Saint-Michel loop from Beauvoir

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The dam on the Couesnon – Bridge to Mont Saint-Michel loop from Beauvoir

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The dam on the Couesnon – Bridge to Mont Saint-Michel loop from Beauvoir

01:48

7.16km

10m

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 24, 2026

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Baie du Mont Saint Michel

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486 m

Cycle path along the Couesnon River

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The Couesnon is a small coastal river that flows into the bay of Mont-Saint-Michel. As you walk along its banks, approaching the coast, views of the incredible monument unfold one after another.

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2.05 km

The dam on the Couesnon

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The footpath along the Couesnon to the dam already offers an impressive view of Mont-Saint-Michel. From here, the path with an unobstructed view leads across the salt marshes and the bay, with the landmark of Normandy impressively rising against the wide landscape. Especially in calm weather and with changing light, atmospheric views emerge of Mont-Saint-Michel, the course of the Couesnon river, and the tide-shaped surroundings.

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2.28 km

Mont Saint-Michel Causeway and Dam

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The tidal dam over the Couesnon not only offers an interesting technical aspect, but also a wonderful setting for hiking and cycling in the region around Mont Saint-Michel. The dam controls the inflow of sea water and thus creates a unique landscape that changes between the tides. The comfortable bridge takes you to the vast polder areas, where nature shows its gentle and calm side. The path along the river leads directly to the impressive Mont Saint-Michel, always with a view of the historical landmark.

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2.31 km

Trailhead to Mont St Michel

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Start of a raised roadway bridge for pedestrians and bikers who can now visit the famous monastery island more swiftly also at high tide. It also makes authorized deliveries or emergency vehicle access possible at all times.

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Beautiful view of Mont-Saint-Michel (Barrage)

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From the Couesnon dam bridge, you have a wide-angle view of Mont-Saint-Michel and its bay. Make a short stop before setting off on the long road to Rennes.

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Defensive structure at Mont-Saint-Michel

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The weir on the river **Couesnon** in front of Mont-Saint-Michel is part of a major project to restore its original island character. It regulates the flow of the Couesnon and helps transport sediment deposited in the bay back out to sea. At the same time, the structure is a popular promenade and viewpoint with an impressive view of Mont-Saint-Michel and the tide-shaped landscape.

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3.78 km

Bridge to Mont Saint-Michel

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The access bridge to Mont-Saint-Michel was opened in 2014, replacing the former road causeway that had impaired the natural movement of water and sediment in the bay. Built on stilts, the bridge allows for better exchange of tidal currents and helps to preserve the character of Mont-Saint-Michel as a tidal island. On the way to the island, there are wide views over the bay and an impressive sight of the abbey.

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7.16 km

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Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

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4.63 km

1.68 km

818 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.24 km

778 m

725 m

335 m

< 100 m

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Saturday 5 September

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The dam on the Couesnon – Bridge to Mont Saint-Michel loop from Beauvoir

Cycle path along the Couesnon River

The dam on the Couesnon

Mont Saint-Michel Causeway and Dam

Trailhead to Mont St Michel

Beautiful view of Mont-Saint-Michel (Barrage)

Defensive structure at Mont-Saint-Michel

Bridge to Mont Saint-Michel

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