Vessey: Holiday Apartments and Holiday Homes

Saint-Vincent-de-Vessey displays several specific historical features: The Romanesque north portal is considered to date from before the 11th century. The choir was built in 1556, and the tower dates from 1611. A 16th-century porch, locally called chapitreau, protects Saint-Vincent-de-Vessey.

Culture and History

A side window of Saint-Vincent-de-Vessey contains a stained-glass window depicting a crucifixion scene. The statue of Notre-Dame de Bon Secours is located in the Notre-Dame de Ballant chapel in Vessey. The statue is a polychrome limestone sculpture from the first quarter of the 13th century. In addition, a relic of Saint Vincent was sent from Rome to the parish of Vessey.

One of the most significant priories of Mont-Saint-Michel is located in Balent. Balent is mentioned in the cartulary of Mont-Saint-Michel in connection with a donation from the 11th century. In 1188, a solemn donation to Mont-Saint-Michel took place in Balent.

Surroundings

The historic site of Abbaye de Montmorel, Mont-Saint-Michel beach, the Abbaye du Mont-Saint-Michel monastery, and the island of Mont Saint-Michel are located in the surroundings of Vessey. Further afield in the region of Vessey are the historic sites of Abbaye Notre-Dame de la Vieuville and Fougères Castle.

Those who include Vessey, Saint-Vincent-de-Vessey, and Balent in their travel plans may wish to rent a holiday apartment in Vessey.

Paths and Routes

The Sacey > Vessey > Aucey-la-Plaine heritage route is designated as a very easy 12-km tour; on foot, it takes 3 hours, and by VTC, 45 minutes. Circuit 07 in Vessey leads to the church and the chapel of Balent.

Other places: Ravenoville-Plage, Saint-Pair-Sur-Mer, Théville, Tanis, Percy, Roncey, La Lande-D'airou, Saint-Vigor-des-Monts

For the higher-level travel overview: Manche.