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Inexpensive motorhome area opens near Mont-Saint-Michel in southern Manche — Original source: lamanchelibre.fr

In May, Philippe and Marie-France Lécrivain opened a six-space motorhome area next to their shop in Tanis, near Mont-Saint-Michel. The area, named 'aire de la Chapelle', is located a few metres from the Saint-Malo road. Visitors can sample cider from the local 'Pressoir du Mont' without having to drive.

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Inexpensive motorhome area opens near Mont-Saint-Michel in southern Manche

In May, Philippe and Marie-France Lécrivain opened a six-space motorhome area next to their shop in Tanis, near Mont-Saint-Michel. The area, named 'ai...

05.08.2026 lamanchelibre.fr FRA Original source

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