You're not in a fairytale -- Mont Saint-Michel is a medieval abbey and surrounding walled town that is periodically completely cut off from land by water. Fancy a tour before the tides roll in? | Great Big Story

Mont Saint-Michel is one of France’s most breathtaking and iconic landmarks, rising dramatically from a tidal island off the coast of Normandy. Surrounded by shifting sands and powerful tides, this medieval marvel has captivated pilgrims, artists, and travelers for centuries. Originally founded as a small oratory in the 8th century, it later evolved into a grand Benedictine abbey dedicated to the Archangel Michael. The island’s strategic position made it a natural fortress, and its fortified wal

2.6K reactions · 200 shares | Inside the Abbey of Mont Saint-Michel where 1,000 years of prayers still echo in the stone  The light filtering through these ancient walls feels like stepping into sacred history. Some spaces just hold your soul ✨ | Saving Castles | Facebook