Relax in the shade of Mont Saint-Michel

In the north-west of France, Normandy is rich in traces of history and historic towns. It is in this region, almost 2 km from the mainland, lies the rocky hill of Mont Saint-Michel, where you can admire an unusual building - the medieval monastery of Saint-Michel. From time to time this place is washed by the waters of the ocean, and then it becomes an island. It is worth coming there and relaxing in the area.

If you are looking for a picturesque and peaceful corner of Normandy, head to the Mont Saint-Michel bay. There you can not only admire the beautiful landscapes and listen to the sound of the sea, but also find a place for a comfortable rest . It is there, in the town of Servon, that Camping Saint Grégoire , appreciated by guests from all over Europe, is located. The place is an ideal base for exploring Normandy, the Benedictine abbey on Mont Saint-Michele, and the resort offers its guests many attractions.

The charms of camping Saint Grégoire

Camping Saint Grégoire is set in a beautiful area that is worth exploring by bike. There are many paths and bicycle routes in the vicinity of the resort. In addition, we will use a heated swimming pool on site, as well as a ping-pong table and a boules track.

There is a group of animators on the campsite that organizes sports activities, games and entertainment for adults and children. Children have at their disposal a modern, safe and functional playground . In addition, guests relaxing at the campsite can use the communal barbecue area.

Those who seek peace and comfort above all else will not be disappointed at Camping Saint Grégoire. In the resort, we can rent very comfortable and well-equipped holiday homes . We find there a functional kitchenette connected to the living room, bathroom, one or more bedrooms (depending on the size of the house) and a covered patio equipped with chairs and a table. An ideal place not only for morning coffee, but even for an after-dinner nap on a deckchair. If someone decides to come to Camping Saint Grégoire with a camper, they will be able to park it on one of the local plots with sanitary and electricity connections.

The flavors of Normandy

Normandy is famous for mussels and seafood , which are served in many ways. It is worth trying mussels in wine, cream, Provencal sauce with tomatoes or served with roquefort cheese, camembert or Calvados. Mussels are served in large pots with a bowl of fries or with typical Normandy bread (pain brié). A characteristic dish of this region are also buckwheat pancakes with fresh cottage cheese, buttermilk or other toppings, and kouign-amann, a butter cake with chocolate, pistachios or fruit. In addition, Normandy is the homeland of the camembert cheese , which is very popular all over the world.

It should not be forgotten that Normandy is also a region rich in apples. For this reason, cider is the most popular drink there. Several types are produced: Cidre doux (sweet with low alcohol content), Cidre rosé (apple equivalent of rosé wine) and Cidre bouchê (strong and refined in taste). In Normandy, you can also taste apple and pear, a very strong drink called Calvados.

In the vicinity of Camping Saint Grégoire you will find a restaurant where we can order the above-mentioned delicacies of Normandy cuisine, and wash it all down with drinks typical of this region. However, if someone misses more familiar dishes, he can also choose a nearby pizzeria .

We visit the Mont Saint-Michel hill

In 1874, the Benedictine Abbey of Archangel Michael, located on the Mont Saint-Michel hill, was declared a monument, and over 100 years later it was included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. A town developed at the foot of this monumental building. 53 times a year, during very high tides, the hill becomes completely an island . While relaxing in Normandy and at Camping Saint Grégoire, this extraordinary place is worth seeing.

Mont Saint-Michel fortress includes not only a Benedictine abbey, but also a masterpiece of Gothic architecture - the famous La Merveille monastery, built in the 13th century, and its ramparts. It is worth going to the very top of the observation deck to see the entire bay of Mont Saint-Michel, the island of Tombelaine 3 kilometers away, the cliffs in Brittany and the Chausey archipelago.