On this romantic tidal island reachable only at low tide the tomb of a famous French writer overlooks the sea.

This 1,300 year old monastery built atop a single rock was once only accessible depending on the whims of the tide.

In France, a medieval-style home pays homage to an intrepid explorer who discovered Québec.

One of the oldest and largest wooden churches in France was very evidently constructed by shipbuilders.

In 1927, a biplane disappeared while attempting to complete the first non-stop transatlantic flight between Paris and New York City. This memorial stands at the last place it was seen.

At the base of this tower, a plaque marks the original center point of the Netherlands.

This triumphal arch celebrating the Sun King's conquest of Lille is a masterpiece of military architecture.

The world's first purpose-built motor racetrack was destroyed by the outbreak of two world wars.

This multicolored meandering masterpiece is Britain's longest bench.

Though this large circular site is now named for the legendary king, its history dates back to the Neolithic era.

This beautifully situated lakeside Roman settlement was likely built during the reign of the Emperor Hadrian.

A 16th-century artillery fort built to protect England against European invasion.

The longest cutting on the M62 contains some surprises—though it's best to leave the motorway to appreciate them.

This coin collecting cod is over 130 years old, and the United Kingdom's smallest listed structure.

This striking observation tower shaped like a spinnaker sail is the newest icon in historic Portsmouth.

One of the earliest large-scale "hyper" roofs in the U.K. is now a derelict roadside attraction.

This iconic Peak District ridge was once one of the busiest roads in medieval Britain.

A seaside town with no sea in sight.

The wreck of a B-29 Superfortress now stands as a memorial left in the moors.

At 1,732 feet above sea level, this spectacularly isolated yet surprisingly bustling bar is the highest pub in Britain.

These unique stepping stones hug a river's edge to take hikers on a journey through a limestone gorge.

The last of the 19th-century booze-free bars has been slinging teetotal tonics for over a century.

This centuries-old hotel hides a network of secret cellars and passages once used by smugglers.

The first archaeological site discovered by aerial photography.