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An overview of the highlights of Normandy: the Cité de la Mer in Cherbourg, Monet's gardens at Giverny, Mont-Saint-Michel, the D-Day landing beaches, along with activities such as a thermal spa treatment in Bagnoles-de-l’Orne, hiking across the Mont-Saint-Michel bay and historic D-Day tours from Bayeux. Useful for planning a campsite stay in Normandy.
Planning to spend your next holiday in Normandy and want to visit as many places as possible? Zoos, monuments, attractions, hikes… Discover activity ideas and must-see spots to try and visit during your stay in the region.
There are plenty of places to visit in Normandy. Whether it’s parks, sites or historical monuments, there’s something for every taste.
Cerza Zoo, the Cité de la Mer in Cherbourg, Monet’s gardens in Giverny, the Palais Bénédictine in Fécamp, and the D-Day Memorial and landing beaches are among the must-sees not to miss during your stay in the region.
During your stay, don’t miss the American Cemetery in Colleville-sur-Mer, the Château Gaillard in Les Andelys and the Abbaye aux Dames and Abbaye aux Hommes.
Normandy’s natural richness offers a range of sporting, historical and artistic activities. It’s a chance to get away from the noise of the city. For this, you can stay at cheap campsites in the area.
A genuine anti-stress remedy, the mineral water of Bagnoles de l’Orne is known for its soothing and healing properties. Whether for treatment or to stay in shape, enjoy a delightful blend of relaxation and wellbeing.
This crossing lets you discover the Îlot de Tombelaine. You’ll experience what our ancestors did, walking there and back from Bec d’Andaine (Genêts) or Grouin du Sud (Vains/Saint-Léonard) to Mont Saint-Michel.
Horse-riding treks in Normandy let you explore the following routes:
Discover the spots where the Americans landed in Normandy during the Second World War. Visit a few sites left untouched since 1944, on a half-day excursion departing from Bayeux.
Choose a bus excursion to the Normandy coast to discover Mont Saint Michel on a day trip departing from Paris. Thanks to the audio guide, you can easily locate the UNESCO World Heritage sites, or wander peacefully through the hills.
Normandy’s cultural heritage is very rich. To uncover its secrets, it’s worth visiting the following places:
The most popular train excursions in Normandy are:
Normandy offers dance, theatre, contemporary music and entertainment for every taste and the whole family. By staying at campsites at the best prices in Normandy, you’ll be able to attend free concerts and shows by the sea or at the heart of the finest Normandy monuments.
Yes, a hike lets you discover the islet of Tombelaine on a there-and-back walk from Bec d’Andaine or Grouin du Sud all the way to Mont-Saint-Michel.
This town's mineral water is known for its soothing and healing properties, offering a relaxing, stress-relieving break.
Half-day historical excursions departing from Bayeux let you visit the sites linked to the 1944 American landings.
Yes, a return trip on a high-speed train from Paris lets you visit Mont-Saint-Michel in a single day.
