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The dam on the Couesnon – Grande Rue loop from Pontorson

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The dam on the Couesnon – Grande Rue loop from Pontorson

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The dam on the Couesnon – Grande Rue loop from Pontorson

03:24

13.4km

40m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 1, 2026

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After 6.50 km for 83 m

Closed: • during high tide (otherwise open)

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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2.50 km

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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4.07 km

The dam on the Couesnon

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This is a tidal dam that prevents sea water from flowing into the river. There is also a bridge into the polder areas.

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4.28 km

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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6.54 km

The Paths of Mont Saint-Michel

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Mont Saint-Michel is not only impressive from the outside, but also inside, a labyrinth of paths, steps, and narrow alleys that spiral around the granite rock up to the famous …

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6.64 km

Grande Rue

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In a medieval “decor”, the Grande rue transports you to another era. It is generally busy if you go in high season. Try to take it at the very beginning …

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6.69 km

King's Gate (Porte du Roi), Mont Saint-Michel

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The King's Gate is a gate of the city fortifications of Saint-Mont-Michel

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6.87 km

The mountain

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An impressive island, it is recommended to come early in the morning before the crowds

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6.95 km

Footbridge to Mont Saint-Michel

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Since 2014, the footbridge has replaced the old dike-road which led to Mont-Saint-Michel. It is part of the operation to restore the maritime character of Mont-Saint-Michel. Carried out from 2005 …

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13.4 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.61 km

4.36 km

3.78 km

536 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

7.37 km

3.91 km

745 m

523 m

521 m

249 m

Elevation

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Friday 22 May

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The dam on the Couesnon – Grande Rue loop from Pontorson

Cycle path along the Couesnon River

The dam on the Couesnon

Beautiful view of Mont-Saint-Michel (Barrage)

The Paths of Mont Saint-Michel

Grande Rue

King's Gate (Porte du Roi), Mont Saint-Michel

The mountain

Footbridge to Mont Saint-Michel

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