Genêts is a village situated on the northern edge of the salt marshes in the Bay of Mont Saint-Michel, offering a unique landscape for outdoor pursuits. The area is characterized by its coastal position, expansive salt marshes, and delicate dune belts, providing diverse terrain for exploration. These natural features make Genêts an appealing destination for several sports like hiking, road cycling, mountain biking, touring cycling, and more.
Genêts provides a variety of outdoor activities and…
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4.8
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240
hikers
11.5km
02:57
50m
50m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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63
hikers
14.7km
03:47
70m
70m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9.93km
02:32
30m
30m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.30km
01:06
10m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.5
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53
riders
18.7km
01:08
90m
90m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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70.6km
04:20
410m
410m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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15.8km
00:56
80m
80m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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19.4km
01:17
80m
80m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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371
riders
46.9km
02:05
480m
480m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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322
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42.4km
01:57
170m
170m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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145
riders
43.0km
01:50
230m
230m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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53
riders
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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5.0
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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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102
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46.1km
02:36
60m
60m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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41.8km
02:32
400m
400m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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22
riders
51.6km
03:33
460m
460m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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4.8
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91
riders
17.2km
00:58
20m
20m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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37.3km
01:46
100m
100m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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56
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9.85km
00:37
10m
10m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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20
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Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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22
runners
17.8km
01:59
100m
100m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10.0km
01:04
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7.77km
00:48
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Genêts offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Road cycling, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, Gravel biking, and Jogging. The region features more than 50 routes across these sports. These routes have an average rating of 4.48 out of 5 stars from more than 30,000 visitors.
Popular hiking routes include 'Le Grouin du Sud and the prieuré Saint-Léonard,' a 7.1-mile (11.5 km) loop with views of Mont Saint-Michel. The 'Chemin du Douanier – Grouin du Sud loop' is a moderate 9.1-mile (14.7 km) route following a historic customs officer's path. Shorter coastal strolls are also available, such as the 'View of Mont Saint-Michel – Genêts loop' at 2.7 miles (4.3 km).
Genêts offers hiking trails suitable for various ability levels, including easy walks. Shorter options like the 'View of Mont Saint-Michel – Genêts loop' at 2.7 miles (4.3 km) provide coastal strolls with direct views of Mont Saint-Michel. These routes traverse coastal paths, salt marshes, and dune belts.
Genêts and its surrounding areas offer numerous cycle routes for Road cycling, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The region features varied terrain and preserved nature for cyclists. Information on specific routes can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Genêts and Cycling around Genêts guides.
Genêts is characterized by its location on the northern bank of the Bay of Mont Saint-Michel, offering views of Mont Saint-Michel and the island of Tombelaine. The area features extensive salt marshes, delicate dune belts, and coastal paths. Le Bec d'Andaine, north of the village, is a significant natural site with a beach and paths through dune wetlands.
Komoot offers several guides for Genêts, including Hiking around Genêts, Road Cycling Routes around Genêts, and MTB Trails around Genêts. Additional guides cover Touring cycling, Gravel biking, and Running Trails. These resources provide detailed information on routes and activities in the region.
Genêts offers captivating panoramic views of Mont Saint-Michel from its coastal paths. It is also a traditional starting point for guided walks across the bay towards Mont Saint-Michel. These guided crossings provide a unique way to experience the iconic UNESCO World Heritage site.
Genêts features more than 50 routes on komoot. These routes cover various sports such as hiking, road cycling, mountain biking, touring cycling, gravel biking, and jogging. The routes have been explored by over 30,000 visitors.
Routes in Genêts have an average rating of 4.48 out of 5 stars on komoot. This rating is based on feedback from more than 30,000 visitors who have explored the region's diverse trails and paths. The high rating reflects the quality of outdoor experiences available.
Genêts holds historical importance as a former trading port and a traditional starting point for pilgrims journeying to Mont Saint-Michel. The Sainte-Anne Chapel, the last remnant of seven chapels in Genêts, now houses the Genêts Tourist Office and Maison de la Baie, highlighting its rich past.
The official website for Genêts is lesgenets.fr. For direct inquiries, the phone number for the Mairie de Genêts is 04.75.22.21.60. Tourist information for the broader Mont Saint-Michel – Normandie region, which includes Genêts, can be reached at +33 (0)2 33 60 14 30.

