Best things to do in Normandy

Falaises d'Etretat - Etretat is a landscape like no other in the world. Whether you admire it from a boat or directly from the top of the cliff, you will be amazed by the scenery. We advise you to go there early in the morning or late at night, during off-peak hours, for more peace and quiet and to admire the landscape sublimated by beautiful lights. And don't miss Etretat beach, one of the most beautiful beaches in Normandy, surrounded by cliffs and the artistic and historical heritage of this small seaside town.

The memorial and the D-Day beaches - Come and pay tribute to the soldiers who liberated France by paying your respects on the D-Day beaches, which have become a symbol of peace throughout the world. A total of 5 beaches were used during the landings on 6 June 1944: Utah Beach, Omaha Beach, Gold Beach, Juno Beach, and Sword Beach, which stretch over several kilometers. Do not miss out on the museums, cemeteries, and must-see D-Day sites (first day of D-Day), to remember the major stages of the Normandy landings.

Monet's gardens in Giverny - Monet's gardens, renowned for housing the house and gardens of the famous painter Claude Monet, are divided into two parts: a flower garden known as the Norman clos and a Japanese-inspired water garden on the other side of the road. You can also round off your walk by visiting the house with its colourful rooms. If you're passionate about painting, flowers and colour, this unique and enchanting place is sure to charm you!

The Ladies' and Men's Abbeys - The Men's Abbey was founded in 1063 by William the Conqueror. The 18th-century monastic buildings, housing the guards' room, the cloister and the rooms adorned with paintings, are now the headquarters of the town hall. The abbey church houses William's tomb. The abbey church houses the tomb of its founder, Matilda of Flanders, Duchess of Normandy, Queen of England and wife of William. You can visit both abbeys on a guided tour that will explain the history and richness of this heritage.

The Cherbourg City of the sea - the city of the Sea is a science and entertainment park dedicated to the adventure of man and the sea and the emotions of the deep. The Cité is located in the former transatlantic station, inaugurated in 1933. You can watch France's first nuclear submarine, Le Redoutable, with an audio guide, and explore the ocean depths in the Ocean of the Future area. You'll also find a number of magnificent aquariums, making it the perfect place to spend some quality time with the family.

The Chausey Islands - Take a stroll through the Chausey Islands archipelago, the largest archipelago in Europe, a magnificent nature reserve with 365 islets at low tide and 52 at high tide.    The large island, located 17km from Granville, is unique for its beauty, its beaches, its fauna and flora, where cars and bicycles are not allowed. You can stroll, swim, fish or simply contemplate this marvellous landscape. The Chausey lighthouse, located on the southern tip of the island, was listed as a historic monument in 2009.