Road Trip Itinerary from Paris to Mont Saint-Michel

Day 1: Departure from Paris

Morning:

  • Depart from Paris early in the morning (around 8 AM).
  • Take the A13 highway towards Rouen.

Stop in Rouen:

  • Visit the Rouen Cathedral.
  • Stroll through the historic district and discover the half-timbered houses.
  • Have lunch at a local restaurant.

Afternoon:

  • Continue on the A13 towards Caen.
  • Quick stop in Honfleur for a walk around the port and an ice cream.

Arrival in Caen:

  • Visit the Caen Memorial (peace museum).
  • Dinner in the city center.
  • Overnight in Caen.

Day 2: From Caen to Bayeux and Mont Saint-Michel

Morning:

  • Breakfast in Caen.
  • Depart for Bayeux (about 30 minutes drive).

Stop in Bayeux:

  • Visit the Bayeux Tapestry.
  • Walk around the historic center.
  • Have lunch in Bayeux.

Afternoon:

  • Drive to Mont Saint-Michel (about 1.5 hours drive).
  • Arrive at Mont Saint-Michel in the early afternoon.
  • Check into a hotel nearby.

Visit Mont Saint-Michel:

  • Discover the abbey and picturesque streets.
  • Dinner at a restaurant with a view of Mont Saint-Michel.

Night:

  • Overnight in a hotel near Mont Saint-Michel.

Day 3: Exploration of Mont Saint-Michel and Return to Paris

Morning:

  • Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Second visit to Mont Saint-Michel to enjoy the rising tide.

Return to Paris:

  • Depart late in the morning.
  • Take the A84 highway towards Paris.

Stop in Fougères:

  • Visit the medieval castle of Fougères.
  • Have lunch at a local restaurant.

Afternoon:

  • Continue the drive towards Paris.
  • Stop in Chartres for a quick visit to the Chartres Cathedral.

Arrival in Paris:

  • Return to Paris in the evening.

Travel Tips

  • Check the tide schedules to optimize your visit to Mont Saint-Michel.
  • Book hotels in advance, especially during tourist seasons.
  • Plan regular breaks to rest and enjoy the scenery.

Have a great trip!

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