The Special Island In France, The Only Attraction Behind The Eiffel Tower

Located in the top 3 most attractive tourist destinations in France, the island of Mont Saint Michel is a tourist attraction with a wild and ancient beauty.
Mont Saint Michel island is special in France, attracting visitors only after the Eiffel Tower

Mont Saint Michel Island is an island commune in Normandy (France). Located nearly 1 km from the mainland, historically, it is easily accessible by pilgrims to the monastery during low tide. At the same time, it was also an effective defense if the attackers passed by without retreating. Photo: Eudiny_insta, Secretagent_wesanderson

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The island commune has an area of about 100 hectares (247 acres). The highest point is 92 km from sea level. In the highest area is the Catholic monastery, the lower one is the Great Hall, and finally to the houses, shops and defensive walls

The outer edge is housing for farmers and fishermen.


The Special Island In France, The Only Attraction Behind The Eiffel Tower

Photo: Travelzadventurer, Visitlemont.

Mont Saint Michel Island and the bay are recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. In which, more than 60 buildings on the island are recognized as French Historical Monuments. The island is made up of bright colored granite and is firmly strengthened by molten lava intrusion that entered 525 million years ago. Photo: Kelinuess, Natalishkakem.

Every year, this site is visited by about 3.5 million visitors

Mont Saint Michel Island is one of the most popular tourist attractions in France, second only to the Eiffel Tower and the castle of Versailles.


The Special Island In France, The Only Attraction Behind The Eiffel Tower

The uniqueness of the island impresses visitors not only in the ancient architecture from the 15th and 16th centuries, the location, but also the ebb and flow of the tide. Photo: Nyphamono, Renatacortella.

Today, you can travel on this island by 3 means of transport: plane, train and car. This place is 400 km from Paris, suitable for those who love photography, taking pictures with mysterious and pristine scenery. However, you should pay attention to respect your residents' homes and do not take photos of citizens living on the island, especially during religious ceremonies. Photo: Steshaho, Konovalenkohook.

If you want to enjoy the tide fully and safely, you should go with a professional guide. The tide changes continuously, increasing and decreasing around the island, if you are not careful you can be swept away.


The Special Island In France, The Only Attraction Behind The Eiffel Tower

At high tide, Mont Saint Michel appears as if it is floating above the water and under the right light, creating a reflective mirror. Low tide shows surrounding sand, allowing visitors to walk around the area. Photo: Monika_dic, Explonations, Luciomasala, Toni.bzh.

Traveling here, you will have to walk and climb stairs quite a lot, especially the way to the monastery. Please prepare yourself the right shoes for the perfect trip. The famous dishes of Mont Saint Michel are omelets and crepes, you should book the table in advance to avoid long wait. Photo: Kelinuess.


The Special Island In France, The Only Attraction Behind The Eiffel Tower


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