Mont Saint Michel is France’s second-largest tourist attraction outside of Paris. Is it a tourist trap? Yes, absolutely, but it is still absolutely worth the visit. When we visited logistics were well-managed, the commercial eyesores on the shore were kept away from view and admittance to the monastery, the main attraction, was not as overpriced as you would have expected.

It is a very special place. If you have ever been into fantasy media, medievalism or even Disney movies you’re going to have a good time here.