Whether you’re looking for relaxation or adventure, time together or time to yourselves, Normandy is an enchanting destination to discover.
With local treasures to explore, a wealth of unmissable events and things to do, and fantastic cuisine to experience, the region is perfect destination for a getaway.
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Mont St Michel
Mont St Michel is a granite tidal island just off the coast, famous for its majestic abbey. One of France's main tourist attractions, Mont St Michel captivates 3 million visitors every year
Rouen
Founded during Roman times, Rouen has seen some of the most important events in European history, including William the Conqueror's death in 1087 and Joan of Arc's execution in 1431
Omaha beach
Of the five D-day landing beaches, Omaha is probably the most famous, and certainly the bloodiest. The beach hosts a memorial and sculpture dedicated to those who fell here
Giverny
A place of pilgrimage for art lovers, Giverny is a picturesque village that captured the heart of Monet, becoming his home town and inspiring many of his most famous works
Honfleur
Surrounded by lush greenery with hills on either side, Honfleur is a charming seaside town on the Seine estuary that is immediately recognisable by its tall, narrow harbourside buildings
If you’re looking to get to Normandy from the UK with your car, we sail from Portsmouth to Caen, Le Havre or Cherbourg, and also run a ferry service between Poole and Cherbourg.
Our Portsmouth to Caen route operates up to 3 sailings a day, taking 5.45 hours during the day, and 8 hours overnight. Daily services run between Poole and Cherbourg from March to November, as well as 3 sailings a week from Portsmouth and Cherbourg, and 4 sailings a week from Portsmouth to Le Havre. A reduced service runs in the winter months.
How many days should you stay in Normandy?
Normandy is a fantastic destination for both long and short stays. With up to three ferry sailings a day between Portsmouth and Caen, we offer the flexibility to visit for a city break or weekend trip. For those wishing to stay longer, the region boasts a plethora of attractions, including Mont St Michel and the WW2 D-Day beaches.
Normandy is known for its many famous attractions and landmarks, such as the magnificent Mont St Michel, the white cliffs of Etretat, and the picturesque harbour town of Honfleur. This enchanting part of France is also known as the home of the Impressionist art movement, hosting a variety of art museums and the gardens of renowned impressionist painter Claude Monet.
The region also boasts a rich history, including the Bayeux tapestry, historical towns such as Rouen, castles and abbeys from the era of William the Conqueror, and the WW2 D-Day Normandy landing beaches.
Is it Normandy or Normandie?
‘Normandy’ is the English spelling of the region’s name, whilst ‘Normandie’ is the French spelling. We use the latter for the name of the Brittany Ferries 澳洲幸运10十168体彩开奖网 ship that sails between Portsmouth and Caen, Normandy.
Where are the D-Day beaches in Normandy?
The 5 D-Day beaches – Sword, Juno, Gold, Omaha, and Utah - are situated along the Normandy coast between Ouistreham and Cherbourg.
The closest towns for each of the D-Day beaches are: Ouistreham for Sword Beach, Courseulles-sur-Mer for Juno Beach, Arromanches-les-Bains for Gold Beach, Saint-Laurent-sur-Mer for Omaha Beach, and Saint-Marie-du-Mont for Utah Beach.
What is the best month to visit Normandy?
Normandy offers opportunities to visit throughout the year. Spring is a great time to visit before the crowds arrive; every June, spectacular D-Day celebrations are held to commemorate the Normandy landings and the following battle of Normandy.
As you’d expect, July and August are warmest months.
Deauville film festival, which celebrates American cinema and attracts international stars, is usually held in early September. Food festivals tend to take place throughout the autumn, preceding Christmas markets in December.
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