Normandy
At a glance
Language: French
Normandy
Currency: Euro
Time difference: GMT +1 (+2 in Summer)
Good buys: Cheeses, cider, and Calvados
Normandy, the most accessible of the French
In 1944, Normandy made its mark on history and the
regions from the UK, nestles on the central
sites of the D-day landings are certainly worth a visit.
north coast of France between Brittany
Also not to be missed are the spectacular views from the
and Picardy. For many landing at Dieppe or
Benedictine abbey perched on top of the 160ft granite
Cherbourg, it’s their first taste of France – and
rock at Mont St Michel. The beautiful town of Bayeux is
what a fantastic first taste it offers. Often
nearby, where you can appreciate the famous tapestry
compared to the countryside of southern
depicting the 1066 conquest of England by William the
England, Normandy boasts some bountiful
Conqueror. The ‘Suisse Normande’ region lies to the
orchards used in the production of Calvados,
south of Caen and its sleepy villages, valleys and rocky
an apple brandy favoured by the Normans and
peaks are perfect for outdoor activities. And don’t forget
definitely worth a taste. This ancient province’s
Rouen, the capital of the province, where Joan of Arc
outstanding coastline, beautiful countryside,
was burned at the stake and where the magnificent
medieval cities, picturesque villages and superb
Gothic cathedral is steeped in history.
restaurants keep tourists returning for more.
N01 Le Brévedent 23
N02 Château Lez Eaux 23
N03 Domaine du Lac 24
N04 Le Colombier 24
N05 Les Hautes Coutures 25
N06 Château de Martragny 25
N07 Le Grand Large 26
N12 Le Cormoran 26
N13 Risle Seine 27
N14 L’Anse du Brick 27
N15 La Forêt 26
N16 Domaine de la Catiniere 26
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Call the travel service on 01342 316101
(calls may be recorded)
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