Stroll along the Grande Rue among the Medieval Houses of Mont Saint-Michel Village

The photograph portrays the lively atmosphere of the Grande Rue, the only street that crosses the medieval village of Mont Saint-Michel leading to the abbey. Stone buildings from the 15th and 16th centuries overlook the ancient cobblestones, today hosting shops, restaurants and small hotels. Tourists stroll among facades characterized by wrought iron signs and latticed windows. The architecture preserves intact the charm of the medieval Norman village, with typical slate roofs and local granite facades. The perspective of the uphill street anticipates the final destination: the abbey that dominates the island.

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