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Saint Michael's Mount

(Le Mont-Saint-Michel)

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Le Mont-Saint-Michel

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"I recommend staying in Normandy."(2 Tips)
"UNESCO World Heritage site"(2 Tips)
"Don't forget to try the traditional Omelette (facon Mere Poulard)"(2 Tips)
"Medieval castle, beautiful sites of the Ocean and wonderful views."(10 Tips)

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DavidJuly 6, 2016
One of the most impressively beautiful building of the middle age. In a perfect condition. Walk from the beach to the top of the monument. You get there from the parking place via a free bus shuttle.
UMDAlumniAssociationJuly 31, 2014
Day 7 - Leaving little wonder why this UNESCO World Heritage site is considered a Wonder of the Western World. The first church built in the 8th century, the island served as monastery & fortress
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SvetiFebruary 11, 2018
Excellent place to spend 24 hours. Medieval castle, beautiful sites of the Ocean and wonderful views. It took us a day, but I would spend a night there😍
MauroSeptember 30, 2016
It's a long drive from Paris, but this place is incredible. I recommend staying in Normandy. Apparently there are hotels in the island. Check the tide table. They say that watching the tide is nice.
Anna GrebenApril 25, 2017
Really incredible place ! Nice view of ocean 🌊 ! Interesting narrow streets ! But too commercial ! Shops and people are everywhere ! To be honest I liked La Cite de Carcassone much more !
Andrew TrotmanJuly 1, 2015
Amazingly scenic and history. Very geographically unique. Many culinary delights, such as the seafood, lamb, omelettes, and caramel.
KeF TAnApril 20, 2019
Do come during winter or spring with nice weather. Do, do the walk along the bridge towards the Saint Michel... Bring a pair of slippers to do the beach walk around for better photos...
eric bornemannJune 26, 2018
Yes it’s a tourist trap, but there’s not a reason to stay away. Spend the night so you have a more quite Mont, and be sure to walk around to the backside for an unbelievable sunset of your dreams.
raahede-pJuly 28, 2015
A must see! Try it in the evening. The parking is free and it is not that crowded. It's even more beautiful late in the evening!!
BenoitJuly 5, 2012
Visit the cathedral between 7pm and midnight during summer. It is much less crowded then and the light show they set up is spectacular!
Boris VasechkoAugust 22, 2021
Amazing place, nothing to add. Visit offer 17:30 to avoid tourist crowds. Only one toilet available to tourists on the island (see that queue right next to entrance?). More WC in the Abby.
Hans-Henrik T Ohlsen (SU9)May 23, 2012
Amazing place to look at, but not that interesting to go into. It's all fast food, restaurants and souvenir shops. Prepare to walk a lot, even if you take a navette out and back.
Marina ShishkinaJuly 4, 2013
Too many shops with ugly souvenirs. The entrance was free because of the strike. The island is under construction, but it's still breathtaking.
Shara Patricia Ciravolo FesserJuly 7, 2019
The abbey is best to visit the. Possibly walk around and eat something. Walking there is about 35 minutes from parking, the busses are quite ok
John VJuly 26, 2012
Very nice place... but its over touristique: walk or take an electric bus, over crowded place. So book a hotelon the siye, and enjoy the evening and mornings.
Lau BoAugust 5, 2015
Wowwwwwww tourist inferno!! Tourism is a religion in itself. Go here and be amazed about the sheer volume of tourists. Enjoy the tourist jams!😄
JuliaAugust 15, 2014
I'd recommend staying for one night in the Mont, if it fits your budget. The place is beautiful and calm at night, but hotels can be quite expensive.
Caroline A. GuindonSeptember 16, 2018
Arrive around 9 if you want to see it without crowds, do the walk from the parking
Chris GNovember 9, 2017
It's a lot of steps to the top, but the views of the surrounding areas are worth it.
Lau BoAugust 20, 2015
Don't believe those who say it's not so bad (in July and August). This is not a depiction of the Exodus, these are the people wanting to leave the island, in line for the bus.
Hayley CordwellMay 27, 2011
Restaurant just inside the walls has an amazing terrace. Sunshine, seafood platter (great value!), a pint of monaco and a beautiful view. Perfect
Cla ClaSeptember 18, 2019
Great view coming in the island. The Abby/castle tour is nice but not great.
ChristopherAugust 11, 2013
If you can, skip the audio guide and take a guided tour (included with admission).
Dejan DragusinJune 1, 2019
Go early in the morning, around 9ish. Otherwise it becomes wayyyy tooooo crowded.
InnaJuly 20, 2022
Drive around from major road through the fields for the view and pictures
Elie MilanMarch 19, 2015
Don't forget to try the traditional Omelette (facon Mere Poulard)
B NashJune 17, 2016
The Mont remained unconquered during the Hundred Years' War
Gabor KoltaiAugust 25, 2015
Fabulous at night as well
Till OhrmannOctober 7, 2012
Really love this place, but the souvenir shops and ugly & disgusting restaurants destroy a bit of the magic.
Clark GilliesApril 19, 2022
Stunning place to visit. Can spend hours walking around
Tim BrJuly 23, 2014
The abbey is not accessible with a wheelchair or stroller, too many stairs!
Barry WaldoMay 13, 2011
Recommend the audio tour as history is very interesting. It has 15 sessions so not too long.
Till OhrmannOctober 7, 2012
Be very kind at the reception and you'll get free entrance (usually <=25yrs), even when you're already 26.
MaxJuly 28, 2022
Well, it is nice but on a common day quite full. The busses from@the main parking areas are free. You can stay there for a night.
Rachida ChicNovember 3, 2010
Come and discover the Mont-Saint-Michel and its abbey on the border between Normandy and Brittany, one of the first sites to obtain UNESCO World Heritage Read more
Daniel MatosAugust 26, 2011
Go for a Crêpe on the 'Nouvelle Terrasse' - lovely view and wonderful service!
Yves YLA GMay 15, 2010
Green Hotel is a nice hotel for its price. It was the best match on the internet with 4 userrating stars.
Sofia UzAugust 13, 2015
No introduction needed, very crowded! But more than worth a day trip
Sarah QuelNovember 25, 2012
This is where my lover asked me to be his wife. A very special place for us <3
Cedric HackeAugust 27, 2015
Beautiful place to visit with fantastic views, just don't buy or eat anything else. Food is horribly expensive and poor taste
Rich PFebruary 9, 2013
Don't check in to this location assuming that it is the Brittany Ferries ferry of the same name. It's not.
DewyAugust 19, 2015
Must go and see.
Bieke 🌻 ValkaertSeptember 7, 2018
Nice little town
ArtFebruary 1, 2011
Amazed with this magical land....such a worthwhile visit once in a lifetime.....
Stephanie LawtonApril 28, 2011
Best thing is vepres at evening and laude with the sun rising-hauntingly beautiful
Khanh NgoNovember 11, 2011
What a fantastic experience ! Even better with the night lights
Jitka BajtlerováAugust 9, 2016
Abby is here, beautiful. See yourselves :)
Stephen LoveletteSeptember 8, 2012
During the summer, don't wear pants. Trust me.
Cesar FrancoFebruary 8, 2012
It was worth staying a day long in this unique place
robin vandoorneNovember 2, 2015
the abbey is morth visiting

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