Explore the true beauty of Normandy by camping in Mont-Saint-Michel. Though the island has gone through various modifications over the past few centuries, it has managed to preserve its key features to date. Stay overnight to witness the legendary historic sites and natural wonders in different lights and with fewer people on board for an exclusive experience. Here are the top 10 destinations to camp in and around Mont Saint Michel during your visit to the island.
Located between Mont Saint Michel bay and Saint-Malo, Camping le Balcon de la Baie is a 10-minute drive from the sea. The facility brings you a mobile home setting surrounded by lush trees, a heated swimming pool and a children’s playground. It is the perfect getaway from the hustle and bustle of the city.
Price Range: €50- €90
Amenities: Italian shower, handwashing. hairdryer, kitchen area with storage, fridge, sink, toilets and LED lighting. Outdoor activities include swimming area with heated paddling, outside playground, volleyball court, table tennis, trampoline and indoor games such as table football, pool and pinball machines.
Distance from Mont Saint Michel: 30-minute drive
Location: Le Verger, 35120 Saint-Marcan, France
Popular with British and Dutch campers, Le Bois Coudrais is a 20-minute drive south and inland from Mont Saint Michel. Choose to sunbathe as you lay down on the grassy pitches or opt for the shades to relax in peaceful surroundings. Kids can encounter friendly goats, ducks and chicken living on-site, whilst the adults enjoy a pleasant time at the cafe bar or swim in heated pools.
Price Range: €80 - €150
Amenities: Heated pool, a cafe, play area and can engage in animal feeding activities.
Distance from Mont Saint Michel: 30 to 40-minute drive
Location: Le Bois Coudrais, 35270 Cuguen, France
Camping de l'Ile Verte is situated in the heart of Mont Saint Michel bay. The campsite is only 400 meters away from the sea and provides mobile homes, as well as pitches for tents and caravans. Be it swimming, playing table tennis or even relaxing at the in-house bar - this facility has a lot to offer.
Price Range: €80 - €150
Amenities: Bike rentals, barbeque facility, swimming pool, grocery, gaming area, bar and lots more.
Distance from Mont Saint Michel: 30 to 40-minute drive
Location: Le Bois Coudrais, 35270 Cuguen, France
Camping Lez-Eaux brings you a great French holiday and is only 8 kilometres from the 15th-century walled town of Granville. From indoor and outdoor pools and bouncy castles to volleyball and basketball courts, football pitches and bike services, Lez-Eaux offers a wide range of activities for all.
Price Range: €40- €60
Amenities: Swimming pool, massage and salon services, bar, takeaway food, grocery, fresh bread and pastries, bike rental, playground, sports field, fishing pond, mini farm, children's club, TV room and game room
Distance from Mont Saint Michel: 40 to 50-minute drive
Location: 240 Route de Lezeaux, 50380 Saint-Aubin-des-Préaux, France
Head down to the Lower Normandy region to stay overnight at O2 Camping. With free WiFi, private parking facilities and a children’s playground, this arena brings a seamless experience for everyone. Pleurtuit Airport is the nearest airport to the accommodation.
Price Range: €20- €80
Amenities: Heated indoor swimming pool, parking areas, bar, pub, recreation area, play area
Distance from Mont Saint Michel: 1-hour drive
Location: La Bretonnière, 50290 Longueville, France
Enjoy a luxurious camping adventure on the banks of River Couesnon, located near the bike trails leading to Mont St Michel. Haliotis Mont Saint Michel offers a children’s playground, swimming pool, game room and a billiard table. Visitors also gain free access to all sports facilities including, badminton and volleyball courts, tennis table, pétanque facilities and a golf practice for a one of a kind experience.
Price Range: €60- €80
Amenities: Library, swimming pool, sauna, bar with a terrace, cycling options, billiards table, football court, basketball court, badminton court, ping-pong tables and bowling alley
Distance from Mont Saint Michel: 15 to 20-minute drive
Location: Rue Général Patton, 50170 Pontorson, France
Open to both families and solo travellers, Camping Saint Michel brings the perfect experience for all age groups. Explore the arcade game rooms, sports facilities and nearby beaches to experience the best of Normandy. Avranches train station is a 13-minute drive from this campsite.
Price Range: €45- €65
Amenities: Swimming pool, little farm, playground for children
Distance from Mont Saint Michel: 20-minute drive
Location: 35 Rue du Mont Saint-Michel, 50220 Courtils, France
Head down to Céaux, situated in the Lower Normandy region to explore the gorgeous landscapes of northern France. From hiking to cycling and more, Camping La Baie du Mont Saint Michel offers the perfect experience to all adventure junkies. The facility offers accommodation with free private parking services.
Price Range: €20- €50
Amenities: Kitchen and living room, table, chair and storage facilities, fridge, toaster, microwave, TV, parking access, free WiFi, electric heater, barbecue facility, small grocery store, playground, ping pong table. The venue is pet-friendly as well.
Distance from Mont Saint Michel: 20 to 25 minute-drive
Location: 1 La Mottaiserie, 50220 Céaux, France
Huttopia site is not far off the middle point of Baie du Mont Saint Michel coastline, making it the ideal place to reach all famous sites in Normandy. Mont Saint Michel is 30 minutes away from here, Cancale is the same distance in the opposite direction and St Malo is located right next to it. With two lakes and two pools on-site, the camping site offers fishing services, water slides and hot tubs, ideal for all age groups!
Price Range: €70- €90
Amenities: Fully equipped luxurious camping rooms with swimming pool, paddling pool, playground for children. Access to people with reduced mobility.
Distance from Mont Saint Michel: 20 to 25 minute-drive
Location: Voie de la Liberté, 35120 Baguer-Pican, France
Brimming with exotic flowers and located close to the sea, La Route Blanche brings the ultimate family camping experience. Is it located in the Bay of Mont Saint-Michel near Granville and the Chausey Islands. The camping facility offers a swimming pool, golf course, fishing services and lots more to make the most of your experience in Normandy.
Price Range: €70- €90
Amenities: Free Wifi, cafe, barbecue facilities, bar, grocery, washing machine, cycle rentals, swimming pool, paddling pool, ping-pong table, access for disabled guests.
Distance from Mont Saint Michel: 1-hour drive
Location: 6 La Route Blanche, 50290 Bréville-sur-Mer, France
Yes, visitors can opt for either Camping La Route Blanche or Huttopia Baie du Mont Saint Michel to access reduced mobility facilities.
O2 Camping, Camping Lez-Eaux and Camping Saint Michel are some of the budget-friendly campsites close to the island.
Yes. You can opt for Camping La Baie du Mont Saint Michel if you wish to bring your pet to Mont Saint Michel.
Apart from the stunning Mont Saint Michel Abbey, visitors can take the time out to visit Eglise Saint Pierre, La Chapelle-Saint-Aubert, La Grande Rue and Barrage sur le Couesnon to enjoy the true essence of the island.
For a one-day visit, you can cover the abbey along with the other popular landmarks in 5-6 hours. However, if you're extending your stay, all destinations can be covered at your own pace in 2 days. This way you can plan your visit to avoid overcrowding at the venue and spend more time exploring the island.
Yes, there are plenty of hotels available in and around Mont Saint Michel. Be it luxury, mid-range or budget-friendly hotels, the island offers something for everyone. Click for Mont-Saint-Michel Hotels >
Prices range from €20 to €150 per night, varying based on the campsite and its amenities.
Most campsites offer swimming pools, play areas for children, and various sports facilities like volleyball, table tennis, and more.
Mont-Saint-Michel offers a unique camping experience with its rich history, UNESCO World Heritage Site status, and stunning architecture, providing an exclusive way to explore its wonders. Camping on the island allows for exploring historic sites and natural beauty in different lights with fewer crowds.
The distances vary, with most campsites located within a 15 to 60-minute drive from Mont Saint Michel.