- After the French Revolution, Mont-Saint-Michel Abbey was used as a prison until the 1860s. ... From September 1st to April 30.
- Dominating the island, the Mont Saint-Michel Abbey is an example of medieval architecture that visitors must not miss.
- The construction of Mont-Saint-Michel Abbey began in the 8th century when the Bishop of Avranches was visited by Archangel Michael in a dream.
- But it would be a mistake to think of Mont Saint-Michel as a prison, first and foremost it's a Benedictine abbey.
- There are several different ways to explore Mont Saint Michel abbey. ... Abbeys Mont St Michel This is on most of my guests’ to-do lists while they are here.
- The Abbey of Mont-Saint-Michel is a symbol of Normandy, one of its main attractions, included in the UNESCO World Heritage List along with the bay.
- The site of the Mont-Saint-Michel was classified as a historical monument in 1874, but it was not until 1922 that mass was again celebrated in the abbey church.
- During periods of high tides, access to Mont-Saint-Michel and the abbey will be closed for 1 hour in the morning and the evening on certain dates.
- Mont Saint-Michel Abbey. One of the most visited sites in the world, this abbey built from the 10th century onwards is located on a rocky island which has been...
- Visit the Abbey of Mont Saint Michel, also known as 'The Wonder of the Western World', and get to know about the rich history of France.