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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Mont-Saint-MichelMont-Saint-Michel - Wikipedia

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   Mont-Saint-Michel (French pronunciation: [lə mɔ̃ sɛ̃ miʃɛl]; Norman: Mont Saint Miché; English: Saint Michael's Mount) is a tidal island and mainland commune in Normandy, France. The island [4] lies approximately one kilometre (one-half nautical mile) off France's north-western coast, at the mouth of the Couesnon River near Avranches ...

2. en.normandie-tourisme.fr › unmissable-sites › theThe Mont-Saint-Michel and its Bay - Normandy Tourism, France

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   Jul 17, 2023 · A magical island topped by a gravity-defying abbey, the Mont-Saint-Michel and its Bay count among France’s most stunning sights. For centuries one of Europe’s major pilgrimage destinations, this holy island is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, as is its breathtaking bay.

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4. www.ot-montsaintmichel.com › en › discoverVisit the Mont Saint-Michel

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   How can you best prepare your visit to Mont Saint-Michel? From access to practical informations, unmissable sights to the most original activities , we offer you plenty of great advice to make your experience unique!

   • Location: Grande Rue, Le Mont-Saint-Michel, 50170

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5. www.abbaye-mont-saint-michel.fr › enWelcome to the abbaye du Mont-Saint-Michel

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   Discover the abbey of Mont-Saint-Michel, one of the first sites inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Read the history of the abbey. Exhibition. See all events. Elger Esser, Celestial Memory. From 1st April to 15th June 2024. Current exhibition. Headline Event (s) See all events. Rendez-vous aux jardins 2024 ! Grand événement multi-sites.

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6. whc.unesco.org › en › listMont-Saint-Michel and its Bay - UNESCO World Heritage Centre

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   Brief description. Perched on a rocky islet in the midst of vast sandbanks exposed to powerful tides, at the limit between Normandy and Brittany, stands “Wonder of the West”, a Gothic-style Benedictine abbey dedicated to the Archangel St Michel, and the village that grew up in the shadow of its walls.

7. www.britannica.com › place › Mont-Saint-MichelMont-Saint-Michel | History, Geography, & Points of Interest

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   Mont-Saint-Michel, rocky islet and famous sanctuary in Manche département, Normandy région, France, off the coast of Normandy. It lies 41 miles (66 km) north of Rennes and 32 miles (52 km) east of Saint-Malo.

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   Is Mont-Saint-Michel a UNESCO World Heritage Site?

   • A magical island topped by a gravity-defying abbey, the Mont-Saint-Michel and its Bay count among France’s most stunning sights. For centuries one of Europe’s major pilgrimage destinations, this holy island is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, as is its breathtaking bay.

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   Where is Mont St-Michel?

   • A tidal island just off the coast of Normandy with a breathtaking stone abbey rising above its picturesque fortified medieval village, like a fairytale castle rising up from the sea, Mont St-Michel celebrates its millennial birthday this year.

   How To Visit Mont Saint Michel: The Complete Travel Guide - Frenchly

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   Why was Mont Saint Michel built?

   • Beginning in the year 1023, generations of dukes of Normandy and French kings supported the construction of the Mont Saint Michel abbey rising steadily up out of the sea. As it continued to grow, with ever more magnificent gothic turrets and towers being added, Mont Saint-Michel took on many different purposes.

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   How do I get to Mont-Saint-Michel?

   • Alternatively, you can walk all the way from the car parks to the mount, taking in the magnificence of the Mont-Saint-Michel as you approach. A unique island topped by a gravity-defying Abbey, the Mont-Saint-Michel is one of France’s most stunning sights. Plan your trip here!

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   Feb 23, 2024 · How to get to Mont Saint-Michel Named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979, Mont Saint-Michel is one of the most visited tourist sites in France, following only the Eiffel Tower, the Palace of Versailles, and the Louvre – an impressive feat considering all three of the other sites are located in Paris and are very easily accessible.