Normandy is definitely the place to visit in 2024 with a wide range of events taking place. Here are some of the best reasons to visit Normandy. 1. Explore the Coast An ever-changing landscape of golden beaches, dunes, fantastic views, sunset and sunrise viewing points set against the rhythm of the high and low tides….
Introduction Normandy is made up of five departments. They are Calvados, Eure, Manche, Orne and Seine-Maritime. However, the website focuses mainly on places in the Manche and Calvados regions. Normandy’s rich heritage includes William the Conqueror, historic buildings dating from the 11th century and the Normandy landing beaches. It is popular with families who appreciate…
Introduction Normandy’s close proximity to the UK makes it a popular destination for those wanting to travel via the ferry or Eurotunnel. It’s a favourite with young families who are often surprised at how quiet it can be, even in the summer season. Beaches You find beaches galore from the the Mont Saint Michel Bay…
The Men’s Abbey in Caen was founded in 1063 by William the Conqueror. There are two key parts to this magnificent building which is known as l’Abbaye aux Hommes in French The first is the abbey church of Saint Etienne and this is where William was buried. The church is free to visit and is…
Buying organic food in Normandy is becoming easier as the number of outlets stocking it increases. In the last 10 years organic food has become more mainstream in Normandy. So, where can you find organic products? Firstly, you need to know that the word for organic is ‘bio’. Anything you see with this word on…
Visitors to the town often overlook the high town in Granville who instead visit the shops, restaurants, bars, casino, market and port in the main town. However, visiting the fortified high town is like stepping back in history and is a hidden gem you shouldn’t miss. Accessing the High Town The high town is built…
National Croissant Day is celebrated every year in both the UK and USA. It’s been held on 30th January in 2020 and 2021. A croissant is quintessentially French so let’s find out if the day celebrated in France. The History The origins of the humble croissant seem to vary depending on which story you read….
Are you wondering what to do in February in Normandy? It can be a great time to visit as many of the popular sites that are busier during the summer months are blissfully quiet. It has to be said that you can’t guarantee good weather at this time of year. Rain is a possibility but…
A Chinese restaurant in Normandy may not seem very French but with the start of the Chinese New Year approaching then why not? The popularity of eating at a Chinese restaurant in Normandy is increasing. Ten years ago it was a relatively new concept. And while there aren’t as many Chinese restaurants as in the…
The British Normandy memorial officially opened on 6th June 2021 in Ver-sur-Mer. The ceremony had been due to take place the previous year but was cancelled due to the Covid pandemic. A subsequent ceremony planned for September 2020 was also cancelled. The names of over 22,000 soldiers are inscribed on it. The site at Ver-sur-Mer…
Let me introduce you to galette des rois. This pastry celebration cake is a tradition that goes back around 300 years. It’s eaten throughout France although there are regional differences in the recipes used. In some parts of France the cake is made of either sweetcrust pastry or brioche. In Normandy and other parts of…
These photos were taken at the beach at Barneville-Carteret. This is La Plage de la Potinière with its quirky blue and white beach huts. There are two further beaches in this charming seaside resort. They are called La Grande Plage de Barneville and also Plage de la Vieille Église. I love this photo for the…
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