How much does it cost to enter Mont Saint Michel?

The biggest attraction of Mont Saint Michel is Benedictine Abbey. Visitors can discover the history behind the abbey and admire its medieval architecture either with a tour or on their own. Adult tickets cost 10 euros for an individual visit.

Is it free to go to Mont Saint Michel?

Getting into the Mont Saint-Michel is free and you could spend the day just taking in the village and its surrounding views. However, there are many things to see and do including museums, churches and of course, the spectacular Abbey perched on top.

Is it worth visiting Mont Saint Michel?

The totally worth visiting Mont Saint Michel is quaint and cute and… loaded with tourists wanting to see for themselves. The main street you’ll be pushed through is lined with countless souvenir shops and eateries and… 2.5 million visitors a year.

What is the best month to visit Mont Saint Michel?

The best time to visit Mont Saint-Michel is summer, from June to August or mid-September. It’s better to bring a sweatshirt, a light jacket and umbrella, especially in June and September.

Can you go inside Mont-Saint-Michel?

Mont St Michel is a fortified island – once through the admission gates (free, no admission charged here), a single steep road leads up past the tiny village to the abbey complex at the top of the rock. In this street – Grand Rue – are endless tourism-related shops selling souvenirs and overpriced food.

Is Mont St Michel a tourist trap?

It is also a massive tourist trap, €4.50 for 500ml water, €3.50 for the worst crepe I have ever eaten (crap would be more appropriate) and €0.50 for a p*** . Lots of shops selling overpriced tourist crap and extra charges to get into the monastery.

Can you visit Mont St Michel at high tide?

To see Mont-Saint-Michel as an island, surrounded by water, you’ll need to visit at very high tide. This happens 36-48 hours after a full moon. Annual tide schedules can be seen here. Visiting is free, but there are entrance fees for some buildings on the island – namely the abbey and some small museums.