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Mont Saint-Michel Audio Guide Tour

Normandy

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Overview

Explore the stories of knights and pilgrims within the castle of Mont-Saint-Michel Abbey with an audio-guided tour on your phone.

Highlights

  • Visit the UNESCO World Heritage-listed island of Mont Saint-Michel and its bay with an audio guide available in English, French, Italian, Spanish, or German.
  • You'll stay on track with the help of an offline map within the app, guiding you to the abbey while sharing insights about the island's history en route.
  • Walk around Mont Saint-Michel's base on foot, a medieval fortified rocky outcrop surrounded by a vast bay with one of Europe's largest tides.
  • Climb narrow streets and staircases to reach the abbey and enjoy panoramic views from the top of Mont Saint-Michel.
  • Fun fact: Mont Saint-Michel inspired Victor Hugo's "Les Travailleurs de la Mer" and numerous other literary and artistic works throughout history.

Inclusions

  • Mont Saint-Michel audio tour
  • Audio guide mobile app for iPhone and Android (English, French, German, Italian, Russian, Polish, or Spanish)
  • Offline map with route for easy GPS navigation
  • 17 audio recordings about the sights of Mont Saint-Michel
  • Illustrations to recognize the landmark
  • 1-year of access to the tour in the language of your choice

Exclusions

  • Entry to Mont Saint-Michel Abbey
  • Live tour guide
  • Headphones

Cancellation Policy

Tickets for this activity are non-refundable. If you are not satisfied with your experience, please contact us to cancel your booking.

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Your Experience

Your experience

Historical audio adventure

Experience a journey through history by exploring the enigmatic Abbey of Mont Saint-Michel with a self-guided audio tour, offering a glimpse into life 500 years ago. Delve into the narrative crafted by a seasoned historian, available in English, French, Italian, Spanish, or German to suit your preference. A total of 17 meticulously curated audio recordings will detail the highlights of Mont Saint-Michel.

Navigate the labyrinthine streets with ease, aided by an offline map integrated into the app, ensuring you stay on track throughout your exploration. Enjoy the freedom to stroll at your leisure, liberated from the constraints of a tour group.

From museums to high tides

Take a leisurely stroll along the ancient fortifications, offering breathtaking vistas of the surrounding landscape and the vast expanse of the sea. Get up close to see tidal changes that envelop Mont Saint-Michel. Did you know that the tidal range around Mont Saint-Michel is one of the highest in the world, with the water level varying by as much as 14 meters (46 feet) between high and low tide? Swing by it’s museums, where you can learn about its varied history, including its use as a prison during the French Revolution. And don't forget to indulge in the delectable local cuisine, savoring seafood delights such as saltmarsh lamb, flavorful omelettes, and freshly harvested shellfish straight from the nearby bay.

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