The Bay of Mont Saint Michel. Sedimentary facies, morphodynamics and Holocene evolution of a hypertidal coastal system

A hypertidal coastal system, the Bay of Mont-Saint-Michel, exhibits dynamic sedimentary environments shaped by tidal and wave influences. This study reveals its complex morphodynamics through a combination of field observations, sediment cores, very high-resolution seismic data, and ground-penetrating radar, offering insights into its Holocene infill and evolutionary patterns. The research highlights three distinct sedimentary environments: a tide-dominated embayment, a tide-dominated estuary, and a wave-dominated sandy shoreline, each contributing to the bay's unique geological and hydrodynamic characteristics. Additionally, the study provides a detailed overview of Mont-Saint-Michel's cultural significance, including its sightseeing attractions and Norman gastronomy.

Tessier, B., Weill, P., Billeaud, I., Furgerot, L., Campos-Soto, S., Mouazé, D., Caline, B., Festa, V., & Bonnot-Curtois, C. (2022). The Bay of Mont Saint Michel. Sedimentary facies, morphodynamics and Holocene evolution of a hypertidal coastal system. Geological Field Trips and Maps, 14(1.2), 1–39. https://doi.org/10.3301/gft.2022.02