Ducey

Ducey

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownDuceyPoilley at 1.2 km
Insee code50168Les Chéris at 3.1 km
Postcode50220Saint-Quentin-sur-le-Homme at 3.4 km
Latitude48.6194810Juilley at 4.3 km
Longitude-1.2938170Pontaubault at 4.4 km
AltitudeFrom 6 to 113 metersMarcilly at 4.5 km
Surface11.21 km²Saint-Aubin-de-Terregatte at 4.9 km
Population2353 inhabitantsSaint-Senier-de-Beuvron at 5.1 km
Density208 inhabitants/km²Saint-Loup at 5.5 km
National labelSaint-Laurent-de-Terregatte at 6.1 km
Chief townSaint-Lô (at 80 km, 52 min)Saint-Martin-des-Champs at 6.2 km
DepartmentManchePrécey at 6.3 km
RegionLower NormandySearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

Ducey, village-step, two steps from highway A84, opens its doors to the hinterland.

Upon arrival, the castle of Montgomery, Monument History 17th Century, has become among the flowers. It is the work of Gabriel 2nd in Montgomery, son of the famous Gabriel 1st (1526-1574), who was mortally wounded Henry II of France.

For nature lovers, Ducey offers a wonderful break of relaxation and discovery mingling forests and groves. Come fish in the 1st category river and its lakes rich in salmon and trout.


SIGHTSEEING
  • The Montgomery Castle (Historical Monument):
  • The lordship of Ducey entered the family of Montgomery in 1521 with the marriage of Jacques 1 of Montgomery, from an old Norman family, with Claude de la Boissiere heir lands Ducey. After the death of 1 of Gabriel Montgomery, Gabriel II's son, decides to rebuild the castle Ducey. Early work begins in the early years of the year 1600.
  • The castle, leaving only the corner flag and a wing of a few meters away from it, houses a staircase innovative for its time, two huge fireplaces and a richly decorated ceiling in the French and coffered ceiling in the characteristic of the Italian Renaissance art.
  • Currently undergoing restoration, the castle of Montgomery testimony today an ambitious and modern era of religious wars.
  • The old bridge spanning the Sélune is one of the oldest stone bridges in the region. Located on the path of pilgrims to the Mont-Saint-Michel, it was built in 1613 (listed historical monument).
Detailed information
Information pointsTourist Office of Ducey

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS
  • Great annual festival the first weekend of August: flea market, flower parade, fireworks. Free.
  • Police Survey every year, organized by the tourist office Ducey. Free.
  • Summer Exhibition of Miniature Railroad Bay Network (miniature). Free admission. Contact the tourist office for dates Ducey.

ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
  • Many hiking tours are available at the tourist office Ducey: historic circuit, circuit Sélune, circuit houses flowering, the greenway.
PHOTOS
Castle (Credit: L. Dabosville)
 
The old bridge
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WEATHER
Saturday 11 February
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Min. -6°C - Max. 2°C
Sunday 12 February
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Min. -5°C - Max. 2°C
Monday 13 February
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Min. 1°C - Max. 7°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 8.9 km from DuceyFrom 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 24 km from DuceyFrom 10 € to 15 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
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 3.7 km from Ducey50 € the double room 
La Ferme du Rouet    
9.3
Juilley
With 15mn of the MT St Michel: Isabelle & Christian will accomodate you in their large family residence of 1850, in calms absolute Norman scrap-metal and propose to you 4 rooms (3 ears)...
Located 5.5 km from Ducey50 € the double room 
Au jardin fleuri    
8
Céaux
Our guest house is located in the heart of the Bay of Mont Saint Michel just 10 km from this site. Prestigious, we have 5 rooms equipped with bathroom and toilet, 1 with bathroom. The...
Located 7 km from Ducey50 € the double room 

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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 3.7 km from DuceyFrom 700 € to 900 € per week 
Gîte avec vue sur le Mont St Michel
Isigny-le-Buat
Cottage overlooking the bay of Mont Saint Michel: Magnificent views of the bay of Mont Saint Michel. You will be in a green setting of 1000 m² with the birds singing in a quiet and...
Located 7.9 km from DuceyFrom 235 € to 425 € per week 
Le Petit Manoir
Servon
Buildings of the 18th century. Haylofts, barn converted into lodging. Overlooking the bay of Mont Saint Michel.
Located 9.1 km from DuceyFrom 500 € to 750 € per week 

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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 9.1 km from DuceyFrom 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 16.3 km from Ducey 
Balcon de la baie / Mont St Michel    
9.5
Saint-Marcan
Small quiet and wooded campsite located 14 km from Mont Saint Michel, 25 km from Cancale and Saint Malo. Near the sea. Rental mobile home, caravan sites, tent... Location mobile home...
Located 25 km from DuceyFrom 14 € to 16 € per day 

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HOTELS
Best Western Le Moulin de Ducey     
8.7
Ducey
This former mill is situated in a peaceful area on the banks of the River Sélune, 15 minutes from the Mont-Saint-Michel. The comfortable rooms include free Wi-Fi and satellite TV. ...
Located in DuceyRoom from 59 €
Auberge De La Sélune     
7.6
Ducey
Situated at only 20 km from the Mont-Saint-Michel and beside the Selune river, one of the last salmon rivers in France, this charming hotel offers you quiet and tranquillity. All the...
Located in DuceyRoom from 57 €
Le Gue Du Holme     
8.8
Saint-Quentin-sur-le-Homme
Le Gue Du Holme is located between Normandy and Britanny, in Saint-Quentin-sur-le-Homme. It features a gastronomic restaurant and soundproofed rooms with free Wi-Fi internet access....
Located 3.5 km from DuceyRoom from 65 €

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Manche
Vue sur Mt St Michel du lit
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