Planning to join us on our Normandy, Paris and London tour in April 2019? One of our first stops will be a guided tour of the famous and breathtaking Mont Saint-Michel. Perched on a rocky isle in the Gulf of Saint-Malo in France, this magical island contains a Romanesque-Gothic abbey surrounded by a small, medieval village.

5 Minute History reveals ten fascinating facts about one of Europe’s most unforgettable sights as well as features gorgeous photos of the island. Read the article and enjoy the gorgeous photos here.

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