Alligator Bay, La Caserne
Plan your visit
Family day near Mont-Saint-Michel
2 attractions · 2h 29min · transit route
Tickets ~€15
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About Alligator Bay
Alligator Bay is a specialized reptile park near Mont Saint-Michel, housing over 700 animals from 85 species across five continents. Founded in 1994 by terrarium enthusiast Jean-Pierre Macé, it has grown into Europe's largest alligator collection. The 10,000 m² facility features three main zones: a tropical greenhouse with 200+ crocodilians kept at 25-30°C, the Dragon Labyrinth with snakes, iguanas, and lizards, and a turtle farm with 400+ tortoises including 250 kg Seychelles giants.
Alligator Bay — Planning Your Visit
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General Admission
RecommendedIn day plans, the recommended ticket is pre-selected and included in the total price.
Combine with 1 nearby attractions for a full day
From €15 / person — all tickets and transport included — transit route with total cost breakdown
The park's albino alligators became even more significant after Hurricane Katrina destroyed the main breeding nest in Louisiana in 2005. With natural populations devastated, captive breeding programs like Alligator Bay's became crucial for preserving this rare genetic variation.
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Day Routes
Family day near Mont-Saint-Michel
La Caserne
Nearby Attractions
Abbey of Mont-Saint-Michel
The Ramparts and Fortifications
Abbey of Mont-Saint-Michel