Avranches

Avranches

Travel guide and tourist information

Travel guide and tourist information

Travel Guide > Towns > Lower Normandy > Manche > Avranches

GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownAvranchesSaint-Senier-sous-Avranches at 1.9 km (3 min)
Insee code50025Saint-Martin-des-Champs at 2.8 km (5 min)
Postcode50300Ponts at 2.9 km (6 min)
Latitude48.6868430Marcey-les-Grèves at 3 km (5 min)
Longitude-1.3616600Saint-Jean-de-la-Haize at 3.4 km (6 min)
AltitudeFrom 7 to 108 metersLe Val-Saint-Père at 5.1 km (10 min)
Surface4.50 km²Saint-Loup at 5.2 km (10 min)
Population8226 inhabitantsLa Godefroy at 5.7 km (13 min)
Density1830 inhabitants/km²Chavoy at 5.7 km (12 min)
National labelSaint-Quentin-sur-le-Homme at 5.8 km (12 min)
Chief townSaint-Lô (at 68 km, 47 min)Vains at 6.4 km (13 min)
DepartmentMancheLolif at 7.7 km (14 min)
RegionLower NormandySearch another town
LOCATION

Create an itinerary around Avranches   -   Add to favorites   -   Link to this page


TOWN PRESENTATION

Nestled on a hill, nestled in a green, Avranches familiar terms Mont-Saint-Michel and houses cultural treasures.

Discover the famous manuscripts of Mont Saint-Michel and the relic of the Bishop St. Aubert.

Stroll along the ramparts and the tower, stroll the garden plants: Be surprised by the rich heritage of the City of manuscripts.


SIGHTSEEING

Discover the museum of manuscripts of Mont Saint-Michel - Scriptorial Avranches: This contemporary space is home to the famous medieval manuscripts in the library of the abbey of Mont-Saint-Michel, and offers many activities (workshops, calligraphy, drawing, engraving, illuminated manuscripts, lectures, breakfast at the museum ...). The Scriptorial annually hosts three exhibitions. He has hosted Dali, Chagall, Matisse, but Napoleon, Victor Hugo and George Sand ...

Tours of the museum are organized throughout the year.

Rates and schedules are available at the museum or +33 2 33 79 57 00 (reservations: +33 2 33 79 57 01).

Detailed information
TransportTrain station of Avranches
Information pointsTourist Office of Avranches
Leisure centresLeisure Centre André Parisy,   Museum of Art and History of Avranches,   Museum of the Manuscrits du Mont Saint-Michel - Le Scriptorial
MonumentsAbbey of Moutons,   Basilica Saint-Gervais-Saint-Protais,   Cathedral Saint-André,   Church Notre-Dame-des-Champs
Performance hallsMunicipal Theatre of Avranches

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS

Three temporary exhibitions per year Scriptorial.

LINKS
RELATED ARTICLES
The Manuscripts town of Mont-Saint-Michel
Best places of the Manche
Best places of Lower Normandy
Photos of the category "Avranches" to view and download
Photos of the category "Mont-Saint-Michel" to view and download
Photos of the Manche to view and download
Photos of Lower Normandy to view and download
WEATHER
Tuesday 14 February
Day
Night
Min. 3°C - Max. 7°C
Wednesday 15 February
Day
Night
Min. 3°C - Max. 8°C
Thursday 16 February
Day
Night
Min. 3°C - Max. 9°C
RESTAURANTS 
Au Jardin des Plantes
Avranches
At Avranches, in the heart of the Bay of Mont St Michel, the hotel-restaurant is located a few meters from one of the most beautiful panoramas of the Bay.
Located in AvranchesFrom 15 € to 45 € per person 
Les closeaux phil Hôtel Restaurant  
10
Romagny
The Phil Closeaux. Hotel Bar Restaurant. Lydie and Philippe welcome you warmly to their hotel restaurant.    - We are located between Mortain and St Hilaire du Harcouet. Our choice...
Located 30 km from AvranchesFrom 10 € to 15 € per person 

All restaurants around Avranches

BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Jardin Secret    
9.5
Marcey-les-Grèves
Located in the bay of Mont Saint Michel, our guest house is 2 minutes from the A84. You first discover the landscaped garden of 1 ha, enclosed by walls, with many intimate corners in...
Located 1.3 km from AvranchesFrom 70 € to 75 € the double room 
Le quesnoy  
Saint-Martin-des-Champs
Just 15 minutes from Mont St Michel, a beautiful 19th century house, located on the heights of Avranches overlooking the bay and marvel away. Historic Centre of Avranches to 1 km. Separate...
Located 1.9 km from Avranches50 € the double room 
Chambres d'hôtes baie du Mont St Michel    
9.4
  SPECIAL OFFER
Saint-Quentin-sur-le-Homme
At 15 minutes from Mont St Michel, in the countryside on the border of Normandy and Brittany, in a house of thirty years, surrounded by a flower garden, we offer two rooms. One of 1...
Located 5.4 km from Avranches50 € the double room 

All beds & breakfasts around Avranches

VACATION RENTALS 
Gîte de la guérinière à 16 km du Mont
Juilley
Discover the Bay and enjoy a restored house on a quiet acre of land with trees.
Located 8.6 km from AvranchesFrom 700 € to 900 € per week 
Gîte de la Cuve
Huisnes-sur-Mer
The lodging of the tank is located in a small hamlet of 4 houses at the end of a cul de sac in a quiet place in the country. It has been renovated in an old farmhouse.
Located 9.3 km from AvranchesFrom 400 € to 600 € per week 
Le Petit Manoir
Servon
Buildings of the 18th century. Haylofts, barn converted into lodging. Overlooking the bay of Mont Saint Michel.
Located 10.1 km from AvranchesFrom 500 € to 750 € per week 

All vacation rentals around Avranches

CAMPSITES 
Camping Saint Michel-Le Mont Saint Michel  
Courtils
We invite those seeking respite. To our lush floral garden, only eight kilometers from. The Mont Saint Michel, for relaxing stays with your family.
Located 7.7 km from AvranchesFrom 15.50 € to 21 € per day 
Aux Pommiers  
Beauvoir
Family camping conveniently located 4 km from Mont Saint Michel, accessible by bike path. Mobil-home, Cottages, Bungalows and Rooms per night. Many pitches. Heated swimming pool with...
Located 15 km from Avranches 
Le domaine du HAMEL    
8.4
Jullouville
Family camping, quiet, of the total. Saint michel and granville, 1.5 km. The sea and jullouville. Toutes activities seaside possible. Proximité. Dépot bread, ear dépanage. Cerie, rotisserie,...
Located 16.4 km from Avranches15 € per day 

All campsites around Avranches

HOTELS
Ibis Avranches Baie du Mont St Michel     
8
Avranches
Located between Saint Malo and Granville, just 17 km (10.5 miles) from the Mont Saint-Michel, the Ibis Avranches Mont St Michel offers top quality, great-value accommodation. The modern...
Located in AvranchesRoom from 49 €
Hôtel Patton     
8.5
Avranches
This hotel is located in the heart of Avranches, 750 metres from the Jardin des Plantes and less than a 5-minute drive from motorway A84. It offers free Wi-Fi access. Each guestroom...
Located in AvranchesRoom from 50 €
La Ramade     
9
Avranches
Situated in the Mont Saint Michel Bay, La Ramade is a superb mansion that offers charming accommodation and a cosy home-from-home feeling. The cosy rooms at La Ramade are decorated...
Located in AvranchesRoom from 70 €

All hotels around Avranches

Manche
Vue sur Mt St Michel du lit
Chambres au chateau face mer entourant le Mt St Michel, piscine-jacuzi, jardinsj
www.chateauleshauts.com phone : 0233601002
Flights to France
Find the cheapest ticket!
Car in Manche
Your car waits for you at your arrival
Car in Manche
Your car waits for you at your arrival
Rental Car
Prepare your stay and book at the best price