Mont-Saint-Michel Castle

Castle Project by: Brook Baller & Claire Fanta

Why and when was Mont-Saint-Michel built?

Mont-Saint-Michel was built under Bishop Aubert of Avranges, who thought that an angel had told him to construct it on a 300-foot rock.

It was constructed in 1879, at the request of Archangel Michael.

Where was Mont-Saint-Michel built?

Mont-Saint-Michel was built on the north coast of France, near the border of Brittany and Normandy.

The castle sits upon the gulf of Saint Malo.

Special features of Mont-Saint-Michel

One of the most important special features is the spire on the very top of the castle. The statue is depicted as Saint Michael.

The castle also contains a dungeon, and a historical abbey that has been through numerous fires and restorations.

Mont-Saint-Michel is also surrounded by quicksand.

In addition, the castle has a sanctuary honoring Archangel Michel and a medieval alleyway.

Uses of Mont-Saint-Michel throughout the ages

The castle was used in the 6th & 7th centuries as a stronghold of Romono-British culture, until it was taken over by the Franks.

Mont-Saint-Michel is currently used as a museum and tour site.