Stay a night within the ancient walls of Mont Saint Michel
Stay a night within the ancient walls of Mont Saint Michel. Nestled on the rugged coastline it stands as a timeless beacon of history and beauty. Visiting this enchanting island is an experience like no other, and for those seeking to immerse themselves fully in its allure, stay a night at the iconic La Vieille Auberge Hotel is an absolute must. Here’s why:
A Glimpse of where our hotel room was located.
Charming LA VIEILLE AUBERGE Hôtel
The La Vieille Auberge Hotel offers guests a unique opportunity to step back in time while enjoying modern comforts. With its cozy rooms and quaint decor, this historic hotel provides a peaceful retreat from the bustling crowds of daytime visitors. Whether you’re savoring a delicious meal at the hotel’s restaurant or simply admiring the stunning views of the surrounding landscape, every moment spent at La Vieille Auberge Hotel is sure to be unforgettable. Our room over looked the town below and had a perfect view of the East.
A lamplight walkway below the Abbey.
Captivating Nighttime Scenery
During our stay in August the sun was just setting at 9:30 pm. The island takes on a magical ambiance that must be experienced to be believed. From romantic strolls along the cobblestone streets to lively evenings spent in charming cafes. The whole island shuts down around 9:00pm so get your food and drink early. One of the greatest joys of staying overnight on Mont Saint Michel is witnessing the island’s transformation after dark. As evening falls, the crowds dissipate, and the iconic abbey is bathed with a glow. Walking along the ramparts under the twinkling stars, you’ll feel as though you’ve been transported to another world entirely. From the gentle lapping of the waves against the shore to the distant sound of church bells ringing out across the island, every moment spent admiring the nighttime scenery of Mont Saint Michel is truly magical. And let’s not forget the birds. If you are a bird watcher this is a place you will want to visit.
A little tip from me.
We had our own car to park in the car lot. It made it easy to pack lite and use a backpack. The roads are rough and bus that takes you to the island will be crowed. We went up some 75 steps to get to our room. The room was very small so there is not much room to unload. Because our room was facing the East we were able to watch the sun come up, listen to all the melodious shore birds and watched the tide roll out. All with a front row seat on our private hotel balcony.
Shore birds watching from top of the chapel.
The morning sun around 7am watching the tide roll out.
We visited in August but, in spite of the heat as you can see the value of our stay was well worth the cost. A night spent at La Vieille Auberge Hotel on Mont Saint Michel is an experience that will stay with you long after you’ve returned home. So why wait? Start planning your unforgettable adventure to Mont Saint Michel today!
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