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Mont-Saint-Michel Abbey: Entry Ticket
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The abbey is open every day except three. From 1 May to 31 August it opens at 9:00 and closes at 19:00. From 1 September to 30 April it opens at 9:30 and closes at 18:00. Last entry is one hour before closing. These are the hours today, and they can change.
Today
Opening hours for every month are on the Opening hours page.
Checked against the official website on 31 October 2026 · Official source
| Period | Last entry | Closing |
|---|---|---|
| 1 May to 31 August: opens at 9:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 |
| 1 September to 30 April: opens at 9:30 | 17:00 | 18:00 |
| 1 January, 1 May and 25 December | Closed | – |
The abbey is closed on 1 January, 1 May and 25 December. Some outdoor areas can close in bad weather. The village has no hours: you can walk in at any time. Check the hours again before you go, because they can change.
Checked against the official website on 31 October 2026 · Official source: Abbaye du Mont-Saint-Michel
What time is best to arrive?
Arrive before 10:00 or after 15:00 if you can, to avoid the crowds. Try to avoid school holidays and long weekends.
From 1 May to 31 August the abbey stays open until 19:00, so you can still visit in the late afternoon.
How long does the visit take?
There is no standard visit time. A guided visit of the abbey lasts about 45 minutes, and a visit with a tablet runs from 45 minutes to 1 hour 30. On your own, count more time for the stairs and for the village.
Allow extra time to walk from the car park: it can take 45 minutes to 1 hour on foot, depending on the crowds.
Is anything free?
Entry to the abbey is free on the first Sunday of January, February, March, November and December. It is also free for visitors under 18 who come with their family. The village is always free.
What are the rules at the entrance?
Suitcases and large bags are not allowed, and the abbey has no cloakroom. Smaller bags are accepted, and all bags are checked at security.
Knives and scooters are not allowed. You cannot smoke or eat inside, and dogs are not allowed, not even in a bag, except guide dogs and assistance dogs.
Mont-Saint-Michel Abbey: frequently asked questions
What are the opening hours of Mont-Saint-Michel Abbey?
From 1 May to 31 August the abbey is open from 9:00 to 19:00. From 1 September to 30 April it is open from 9:30 to 18:00. Last entry is one hour before closing, and hours can change.
Is the abbey open every day?
Yes, except 1 January, 1 May and 25 December. Some outdoor areas can close in bad weather.
Can I bring a suitcase or a dog?
No. Suitcases and large bags are not allowed, there is no cloakroom in the abbey, and dogs are not allowed, not even in a bag. Guide dogs and assistance dogs are the exception.
When is entry free?
On the first Sunday of January, February, March, November and December. Visitors under 18 with their family also enter for free.