The Mont Saint Michel (Saint Michael’s Mount) is a marvel of medieval architecture set in one of the most beautiful bays of the world in Normandy, and part of the top 3 most visited sites in France, attracting about 3 million visitors per year.The mount itself is a UNESCO World Heritage site and its 1300-year history is unravelled in our article about the adventurous crossing of its bay, also UNESCO World Heritage site. In its surroundings, its meadows are regularly submerged by the sea water, and only very specific plants can grown there. These give the salt meadow lambs (agneaux de pré salés) grazing on them their a very characteristic, delicate, and delicious taste.

Here is a compilation of photographs of the Mont Saint Michel to inspire you.  All of these are available in a high definition upon request (all rights reserved).

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The Mont Saint Michel and its pré salés, France

Perspective on the Mont Saint Michel, France

The Mont Saint Michel, reflected in the waters of its bay, France

The Mont Saint Michel by night, France

The room of the knights in the abbey of the Mont Saint Michel, France

Play of light on the pillars surrounding the cloister, Mont Saint Michel, France

Shadow of the Mont Saint Michel casted on its magnificent bay, France

Saint Michael sending the beast down to Earth, Mont Saint Michel, France

Sunset on the bay of the Mont Saint Michel, France

Marcella van Alphen & Claire Lessiau (text & photographs)

Travel tips:

• Check out this interactive map (quick tutorial) for the specific details to help you plan your trip and more articles and photos (zoom out) about the area!

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