Licensed Independent Guide | Mont-Saint-Michel Bay

Guided crossings of the Mont-Saint-Michel Bay

Discover the Bay of Mont-Saint-Michel from a completely new perspective…

Who am I?

Ludovic Coulon – Mont-Saint-Michel Bay Guide

Raised from a child in the surroundings of the Mont-Saint-Michel Bay, I now live in Saint-Léonard, an old fishing village located in the town of Vains.

I grew up in this exceptional natural heritage and I have been watchful on this bay from a very young age.

Passionate about nature and particularly the exquisite marine environment offered by the Mont-Saint-Michel bay. An environment that has always fascinated me. Filled with unique and rare fauna, I’m sure you will quickly come to share my passion.

An adventurer at heart and a lover of wide-open spaces, the Bay always provides me with sense freedom.
In this sanctuary that boasts some of the highest tides in Europe, believe me, the diverse landscape will surprise you!

The Bay changes every day, its colors also change from day to day, and you always have something new and exciting to discover…

But don’t be fooled, she’s as beautiful as she is dangerous! To explored from all angles and all seasons.

Do you need a complete change of scenery ?
Are you looking for an exceptional outing with your friends?
Do you have a passion for ornithology and the marine environment ?
Are you curious to explore the cultural activities the bay has to offer ?
Do you want to try the world-famous quicksand ?

WELL THEN, YOU’VE COME TO THE RIGHT PLACE !

Discover our tours

Choose the excursion that suits you best and experience Mont-Saint-Michel Bay over the course of a tide, being in the right place at the right time.

Bay crossings at Mont-Saint-Michel can be experienced in many different ways: short walks, half-day excursions or full-day bay crossings.

Routes vary from 2 to 14 kilometres, with excursions lasting between 2 and 6 hours.
These experiences are available both by day and by night, following the rhythm of the tides.

Classic tours

Must-see crossings and excursions, accessible to everyone.

Group tours

School outings, seminars, associations, pilgrimages, special events and more.

Holder of the official certification for guides of the Bay of Mont-Saint-Michel, issued by the State, I guide you with a young and dynamic spirit for unique experiences and unforgettable memories.

For your safety, instructions are given to you at the starting point. These instructions will inform you of the various natural obstacles and potential difficulties to be overcome during our crossing (water level, current, mudflats, quicksand, etc…)

My Approach

All my outings are animated and include commentaries.
Always with a smile, you will be able to choose from a selection of packages and itineraries. The journey can also be personalized according to your requirements. All of this in one of the most beautiful bays in the world!
I work with small groups (25 to 30 people), to maintain a certain intimacy and conviviality during my outings. (The sub-prefecture authorizes up to 60 people per guide…)
During our excursion, we will take the time to admire this exceptional natural site and I will take the opportunity to show you some of its best-kept secrets.

Themes

My commentaries are inspired by the bay’s natural and cultural heritage.

Fauna & Flora
Faune & Flore
Ornithology
Highest tides in Europe
Site history
Legends
The Bay’s human activities
Pilgrimages
Rock of Tombelain
Identifying dangers
The de-sanding project (RCM)
Quicksand

Preparing for your crossing

What level of fitness is required?

Guided crossings and excursions in Mont-Saint-Michel Bay are suitable for anyone in good health. However, walking on sand, mudflats and through water is very different from a traditional hike. Please be mindful of your physical condition.

What should I bring?

Ideal outfit: barefoot, wearing shorts or leggings, with upper-body clothing adapted to weather conditions (bring warm and/or waterproof clothing). In your backpack : water, snacks, sunscreen, a towel, etc.

What about weather conditions?

Bad weather (overcast skies, wind or rain) is not a reason for cancellation. An excursion may only be cancelled by the guide for safety reasons. You will be informed as soon as possible.