Local Attractions

On the Normandy-Brittany border, Les Coquelicots is situated on the edge of the small village of Tanis, nine kilometres from the famous medieval site of Mont Saint Michel, five kilometres from the pretty market town of Pontorson with its beautiful 11th century church, the Protestant Chapel (Prêche) and the river Couesnon separating Normandy from Brittany, alongside which one can stroll to Mont Saint Michel. The staff of the Tourist Information Office, which is located in the Hôtel de Ville are extremely helpful in providing information about attractions in and around the Bay including guided walks across the Bay, horse-riding, and leisurely trips in horse-drawn carriages.

Fourteen kilometres away is the town of Avranches with its donjon, and the museum, which houses the ancient manuscripts of Mont Saint Michel. Avranches additionally boasts fine restaurants, fabulous shops, a modern indoor swimming pool and flower gardens from which you have a panoramic view across the Bay of Mont Saint Michel. 

Safe sandy beaches and fresh sea air are close by at St Jean le Thomas, Carrolles and Genêts and not far away is Granville, with its old walled town, theatre and Casino.

Nearby Ducey, to the north-east, is host to the historical Montgommery Château which is often open to the public for exhibitions and tours. During the summer months the grounds are surrounded by magnificent floral displays. Just beyond Ducey is the Lac de Vezins which offers boating, fishing and wonderful walks.

Whilst a lot larger than Ducey, Saint Hilaire du Harcouët has certainly not lost its charm. With numerous bars and restarurants, the pavement culture is much in evidence. The local Wednesday market here is the biggest weekly agricultural market in Normandy.

Brittany

Further west from Pontorson brings you into Brittany and the beautiful coastal town of Cancale, celebrated for its oyster farms. The coast road continues past some glorious beaches (even one for naturists) and through small towns serving delicious seafood dishes, to the magnificent walled town of Saint Mâlo.

Other historic towns such as Dol, Fougeres and Rennes are close by, as is access to many D Day sites.

And even after all this, there is still so much more to do. Visit France's premier spa town of Bagnoles de l'Orne, watch coppersmiths and bellmakers at Villedieu-les-Poêles, take a boat trip down the River Rance to Dinan, see the Bayeux Tapestry and even go on a boat trip to nearby Jersey or Guernsey (from Saint Mâlo) or Chaussey (from Granville).