
One day in Îles Chausey
Îles Chausey • One-Day City Plan
Explore the Chausey archipelago, Europe's largest island group by low-tide area. This walking tour covers Grande Grève Beach with its famous Elephant rock, the 16th-century Matignon Fortress, the historic lighthouse, and Port-Marie Beach. The islands are accessible by ferry from Granville (45 minutes, approximately €22 round trip). Ferry schedules depend on tides, so check before booking. Bring provisions as facilities are minimal, especially outside summer.
Overview
Planning a day in Îles Chausey? This step-by-step itinerary covers the best of Îles Chausey in one day — 4 attractions with exact walking times between each stop, entrance fees per person, and transport alternatives.
Plan around 3h 34min to visit 4 attractions along the way. Budget roughly €51: all attractions are free to enter, and roughly €51 for 3 meals.
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Grande Grève Beach
Grande Grève is the largest beach on the Chausey archipelago, featuring white sand and the famous Elephant rock formation—a granite sculpture shaped by wind and sea. Located on the northern coast of G…
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Matignon Fortress
A 16th-century fortress built in 1558-1559 by order of King Henri II to defend against English attacks on the Chausey archipelago. The fort was placed under command of Jacques II de Matignon, Marshal…
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Chausey Lighthouse
The Chausey Lighthouse is a 19th-century granite tower located on the southeast point of Grande Île, the main island of the Chausey archipelago. Built between 1846-1847 and first lit on May 27, 1848,…
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Port-Marie Beach
Port-Marie Beach is a small cove of fine white sand on Grande Île in the Chausey archipelago, located 17 km off the coast of Granville. The beach sits at the foot of the lighthouse and traditional fis…
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