France Mont Saint Michel
Its a good spot if you don't want to worry about the tide, probably there are better spots around the island but you have to keep in mind the tide.
A true capture of French summertime, the attractive Le Mont Saint-Michel stands as a tourist hotspot where I admire its beauty from a distance, taking in the surrounding landscape. Being the end of July the scene transforms into a harvest masterpiece, which means this shot is only achievable a few days out of the whole year.
A true capture of French summertime, the attractive Le Mont Saint-Michel stands as a tourist hotspot where I admire its beauty from a distance, taking in the surrounding landscape. Being the end of July the scene transforms into a harvest masterpiece, which means this shot is only achievable a few days out of the whole year.
Photography Tips
As you are on a bridge be aware the bridge is not so stable and once the people are moving around the bridge is vibrating, try to stay on the back of the bridge as this side is more stable. You will need a telephoto or mid-range lens, this photo was shot at 70 mm.
Travel Information
The spot is just behind a hotel that is the nearest to the island. This shot can be taken from the dam (Barrage du Mont Saint Michel) that is across the street from the Hotel Relais Saint Michel. You can easily walk here from one of the hotels if you are staying in the village La Caserne. If you are not staying in the town, you have to park at the parking lots just outside of town and catch the shuttle bus. The tram will make a stop at the dam before traveling out to the bridge.
Spot Type
Outdoor
Crowd Factor
A decent amount of people
Best Timing
Sunrise
Sunrise & Sunset
06:06 - 22:02
| current local time: 00:12
Photo Themes
Abbey
Castle
Cityscape
daytime
Hay
Landscape
Medieval
Medieval Castle
Medieval Town
Ocean
Panorama
Sea
Water
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