A little taste of Mont Saint-Michel

By France.fr

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Imagine you’re on Mont Saint-Michel as the spring tide comes in. High on the medieval ramparts, you’ll see the swell racing towards you at full speed, as the light reveals a different landscape every second. While you're waiting to get there, please enjoy this little taster, a little slice of France to take away.

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