Marazion, Cornwall
Causeway to St Michael’s Mount
route · Coastal walk
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Why it's Wildland
5.3At low tide, a cobbled causeway links Marazion to St Michael’s Mount. It is a crossing shaped by the tide: the path is walkable only at suitable times and disappears beneath the sea.
This short crossing makes the changing Cornish tide part of the journey. The ancient, uneven cobbles lead towards an island whose connection to the mainland is temporary, so timing and conditions matter as much as the walk itself.
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The experience
A tide-dependent walk across the historic cobbled causeway from Marazion to St Michael’s Mount. The official site warns that crossing outside suggested times can be hazardous.
Things to do
Walk the ancient causeway
At low tide, when boats are not running, follow the cobbled route between Marazion and the island. Check the official crossing information first; the path is uneven and can be hazardous when submerged.
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Cross the causeway at low tide
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Check the official crossing information and conditions before you go.
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Walk the cobbled causeway only at a suitable time.
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Take care on the uneven surface and do not attempt to cross outside the suggested times.
Verified history
The official site describes the causeway as an ancient route used by pilgrims, traders, nobles and villagers over many hundreds of years.
When to go
· At the suitable low-tide crossing time stated in the official access information.
The crossing depends on tide and conditions rather than a particular season. Check current official information before visiting.
The official site warns that high winds and poor sea conditions can lead to closure. The sea rises quickly, currents can be strong, and the causeway may be submerged.
The route
- surface
- Uneven cobbles
- difficulty
- The official site describes the cobbled surface as uneven and tricky to navigate.
- route shape
- Out and back across the causeway
- start point
- Marazion end of the causeway; confirm the appropriate start and crossing information before visiting.
- parking start
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- The ancient cobbled causeway
- A crossing that is accessible only at suitable tidal times
What to look for
Notice the uneven cobbled surface and how the causeway meets the island. The official site describes it as an ancient route followed by pilgrims, traders, nobles and villagers over many hundreds of years.
The story
Folklore & legend
Best time to go
Check tide and weather conditions before visiting in any season.
Walk only at the suitable low-tide crossing time shown in the official access information. Check conditions before setting out.
How long to spend
Under 1 hour
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Walkers · Photographers · History lovers
Route at a glance
Duration
Under 1 hour
Terrain
Coastal
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Listed hours
- Monday: 9:45am-5pm
- Tuesday: 9:45am-5pm
- Wednesday: 9:45am-5pm
- Thursday: 9:45am-5pm
- Friday: 9:45am-5pm
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: 9:45am-5pm
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Practical information
Opening & access
The causeway can be walked at low tide when boats are not running. Check the official access information and crossing times before setting out; the causeway can be hazardous when submerged, and the cobbles are uneven.
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Accessibility
The causeway is cobbled, uneven and described by the official site as tricky to navigate. Check the official accessibility information before visiting.
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Around Causeway to St Michael’s Mount
Within 50 km · approximate straight-line distances
