Chausey Islands
Îles Chausey
A granite archipelago about 17 km offshore from Granville; at low tide hundreds of islets and reefs emerge, but only one island is inhabited.
The Chausey Islands are made up of countless granite islets and reefs, with a huge tidal range. At high tide only a few dozen islands show above the water, while at low tide several hundred appear. The one inhabited main island has a lighthouse, a small chapel, fishermen's cottages and white-sand beaches, making it ideal for walking, picnicking and tidal foraging. The boat from Granville takes about 50 minutes; sailings vary with the season and tides, so book in advance. The islands have very few facilities, so bring your own water and food, and picking plants is prohibited.
Opening hours
Depends on ferry schedule
Nearby sights
- Granville Upper Town
- Christian Dior Museum
- Mont-Dol
- Abbaye de la Lucerne
- Mont-Saint-Michel Bay Crossing
- Mont-Saint-Michel & Abbey
- Couesnon Dam & Footbridge
- Château de Combourg