Moreover, at low tide the gray, claylike sand can suddenly ... With the French Revolution, the Abbey of Mont-Saint-Michel was closed—like many church buildings—and it was turned into a prison.

The island has some of the most extreme tides in the world. Mont Saint Michel is a medieval island commune, complete with an abbey at the top. It's right off the coast of Normandy. The tides can ...

At low tide, the sand flats surrounding ... Located 30 minutes from Mont Saint Michel, this interactive museum houses the abbey's medieval manuscripts. History enthusiasts will appreciate this ...