Mont Saint Michel is one of the most unusual places I’ve visited in France. The small island looks as though it has remained unchanged for centuries with tiny cobblestone streets, pretty original houses, and the great Abbey which dominates the island and which can be seen from miles away.

The two most fascinating aspects of Mont Saint Michel for me are the tides and the pre-salted lamb. The 14 metre tides move incredibly fast and it’s amazing to see water around the island one minute and then before you know it, the water is gone and there is just mud.

The marshes around the island are very salty and thus the sheep grazing there have a very salty diet. The meat is therefore ‘pre-salted’ and has quite a distinct taste to it. I always thought this was a hilarious way to describe meat but I’m sure it gets the tourists in.

Speaking of tourists, the island is full of them. In fact, it’s one of the most touristy places I’ve ever visited which is a big negative but it’s still worth visiting at least once in your life.

Before I went I was told I must have one of the famous omelet's at La Mere Poulard as they make the best omelet in the world. Well these overpriced omelets are far from being the best and I’d probably rank as one of the worst omelets I’ve ever eaten. They are definitely relying too much on their reputation and take advantage of hapless tourists. To be avoided at all costs if you ask me!

I’d like to go back to Mont Saint Michel one day as it’s a great place for taking pictures and I’ll have to go back to the restaurant at the Mercure (yes the Mercure Hotel had the best food and service) for some more of that yummy pre-salted lamb.