The way of the Saints

The small town of Pontorson is located on the border between Normandy and Brittany, 9 km from the Bay of Mont Saint Michel.
Crossed by the Couesnon River, it has a rich historical heritage, with its 11th-century Romanesque church and old houses. It is the ideal starting point for exploring the Bay of Mont-Saint-Michel and its natural landscapes.

Distance to cover: 12 km (7.4 miles)

From Pontorson, you will travel up the Couesnon River, the natural border between Normandy and Brittany. You can see it in the distance… It is Mont St Michel with its monastery perched high above and the archangel Michael towering over it.
Once there, allow a good two hours to visit the site.

Your hotel is located opposite the Mont.

Distance to cover: 12 km (7.4 miles), 16 km (10 miles) or 20 km (12.4 miles)

Farewell Normandy, hello Brittany! You will cross the Couesnon River and head west through the polders, arable land reclaimed from the sea thanks to an ingenious drainage system. As you continue on your way, the landscape will give way to gently rolling green pastures before you reach the pretty villages of Roz-sur-Couesnon and Sainte-Broladre.

Finally, you will reach Dol-de-Bretagne, where you will spend the night. The town has a magnificent cathedral and you will be charmed by its half-timbered houses.

Distance to cover : 15.5 km (9.3 miles) ou 20.7 km (12.4 miles)

First stop of the day: Mont-Dol and its beautiful church. You will then follow the oyster beds along the coast before reaching the small fishing village of Cancale. Cancale oysters, renowned for centuries, are considered among the best in France. Farmed in the bay of Mont-Saint-Michel, they derive their unique flavor from the mixture of sea and river water. Cancale, nicknamed the “pearl of the Emerald Coast,” lives to the rhythm of its oyster beds and tastings by the sea.

Your hotel is ideally located on the harbor.

Distance to cover: 15.7 km (9.3 miles)

A magnificent day of hiking awaits you today with the discovery of Pointe du Grouin. This part of the GR34, sheltered from the west winds, takes you through sublime landscapes on a path overlooking the oyster beds of Cancale. If the weather permits, don’t forget your swimsuit, as there are two beautiful beaches along the route. The return trip is along the same path, but the landscapes and colors change with the tides, ensuring new views at every turn.

Distance to cover: 9.5 km (5.6 miles), 16.5 km (9.9 miles) , 19 km (11.8 miles)  ou 22.5 km (13.7 miles)

This morning, our taxi driver will pick you up at the hotel after breakfast and drop you off a little further along the GR trail.
You will walk westward along the Emerald Coast towards the pirate city. The scenery is remarkable, and the hike is punctuated by pleasant little stops such as Rothéneuf, known for its sculpted rocks. Once again, if you like swimming, bring your swimsuit, or not… the magnificent Chevrets beach is an ideal spot for naturists!

You will end your day’s hike on the Sillon, the magnificent beach that leads you to your hotel in Saint Malo.

Departure after breakfast or additional night to take the time to explore the city