Calvados, the quintessential golfing destination!

Enjoy the pleasures of a golf break in Normandy and discover Calvados like you’ve never seen it before!

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The River Seine Valley: Our Guided Tour

Les Andelys and Vernon

As part of the final countdown to Rouen’s Armada 2008, we complete the final leg of our tour of the river Seine valley by visiting the delightful towns of Les Andelys and Vernon.

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Tall Ships on the Seine – Armada 2008

Our guided tour of the river Seine valley

As part of the countdown to one of the most spectacular gatherings of tall ships in the world, Rouen’s Armada 2008, we take you on a 6-part tour of the valley of the river Seine. Follow us as we explore some of the delightful towns and countryside through which sailing ships from around the world will pass on 14th July 2008...

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Normandy through American eyes

Normandy is undoubtedly an attractive region with many places to visit. But what do tourists actually think of Normandy and where do they go? Read about one discerning American’s impressions of Normandy on her first visit to the region... but surely not her last.

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So who's the lucky winner?

Thanks to all of you who participated in the FrenchEntrée Normandy survey as part of our competition to win two return flights to Normandy with Skysouth. Find out who's the lucky winner now...

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History, Culture and Fun at Château Fontaine-Henry

This magnificent castle, set in the heart of the Normandy countryside, east of Bayeux, is a jewel of Renaissance architecture, offering a unique combination of history, culture and fun for all the family.

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Guided Walking Tours in Manche

Whether you or a local resident or on holiday in Manche, why not explore the beautiful countryside of Val de Saire or enjoy the magnificent architecture of Coutances cathedral with a local, English-speaking guide.

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New Normandy Beach Guide!

We are proud to present our new guide to beaches in Normandy covering the three departments of Manche, Calvados and Seine Maritime that share this magnificent coastline. European blue flag beaches, surfing beaches, facilites on offer at each resort and even our battlefield guide to the D-Day landing beaches - it's all here!

Normandy Beach Guide

D-Day Lands on FrenchEntrée Normandy

In our new section devoted to D-Day, learn about the greatest military amphibious invasion in history and the epic struggle that ocurred in Normandy, beginning 6th June 1944: the D-Day Landings...

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Le Gros Horloge - Rouen steps back in time

One of Rouen's best loved and most photographed monuments, Le Gros Horloge features in a new attraction chronicling the history of the clocks and bells that have regulated the pulse of the city since Medieval Times.

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The Attraction of Normandy

The British relationship with Normandy - history to present day

As you drive along the A13, route de Normandie, amongst the wonderfully illustrated motorway signs, you are greeted by a bold metallic sculpture, which beckons you to follow in the footsteps of the Vikings (Au Trace du Viking)...

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Calvados, Normandy

An introduction to the Calvados département of Normandy

This département bears the name of its most famous alcoholic drink - an apple brandy - fermented from the apples that grow so well in this area. The wonderful scenery of the Calvados varies enormously from rugged coastline to the North to the Pays d'Auge farming plain, so peaceful with many church steeples appearing on the horizon....

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Seine-Maritime, Normandy

An overview of the Seine-Maritime

The aptly named Seine Maritime with its dramatic cliffs, rolling open countryside and the twists and turns of the mighty River Seine as it flows through orchards of apple trees are its main geographic features that inspired Impressionist painters, like Claude Monet...

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Manche, Normandy

A quick guide to the Manche département of Normandy

The département covers the western most part of Normandy stretching from the port of Cherbourg in the north to the spectacular salt marshes of the bay of Mont Saint-Michel im the south.

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Orne, Normandy

An introduction to the Orne départment of Normandy

This is the most southerly département of Normandy and has a population of only 300,000. Due to its relief of forested hills and deep valley gorges reminiscent of Switzerland, it shares with Calvados the pays known as 'Suisse Normande'.

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Eure, Normandy

An introduction to the Eure département of Normandy

The Eure département of Normandy takes its name from the river that flows through it before joining the Seine at Pont de l'Arche. It is an area rich in chateaux and abbeys...

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Le Bec Hellouin near Brionne, Normandy

A tour of the village and abbey of Le Bec Hellouin

One of the most picturesque spots in the Risle valley is the village and abbey of Le Bec Hellouin.Since 1948, the sleepy village echoes once more to the sound of the monastic bells as the white robed monks go about their daily routine of prayer, contemplation and work...

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Monet's Garden in Giverny, Normandy

Visit the former home and garden of the Impressionist artist Claude Monet

In the picturesque village of Giverny may be found one of the jewels in the crown of Normandy. It is the former home and garden of the Impressionist artist Claude Monet (1840-1926)...

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Magnificent Mont Saint-Michel and its bay...

An overview of the Abbey, the tides and different ways to visit the attraction in Normandy

There can surely be no more emblematic symbol of France, let alone Normandy, than the Mont Saint-Michel. The distinctive mount rising from the sea and topped by the impressive momumental Abbaye du Mont Saint-Michel is recognisable from postcards, guide books and posters - yet, unless viewed at close proximity, it is difficult to understand the genuinely spiritual atmosphere of the site...

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Gardens in the Manche

Chateaux and Gardens to visit in the Manche

Fertile soil and ideal climatic conditions make the Manche, like the rest of Normandy, a paradise for garden lovers, with sites ranging from carefully tended municipal gardens to privately-owned landscaped gardens set around ancestral homes where ofen the owners themselves are passionate gardeners keen to share their enthusiasm with visitors.

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Granville, Normandy - a holiday destination

Granville - A seaside resort with grand designs

Set off on foot from the centre of Granville, and you will soon start climbing towards the old town ("Haute Ville") with its narrow cobbled streets of houses built from local granite and its panoramic views towards the islands of Jersey and Guernsey to the west and north and in the direction of the Mont Saint-Michel and Brittany to the south-west...

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Visit the Normandy city of Cherbourg

Cherbourg - a city which deserves more than a second glance...

Long known by ferry passengers as the first port of call on holiday to Normandy or further afield and by yachtsmen as one of the most vibrant places along the coast to moor, Cherbourg is increasingly a place to stay for longer than just a few hours. Its busy centre, with shops, restaurants and hotels, together with a wide range of places to visit and things to do in and aroung Cherbourg, provide plenty of scope for visitors who choose to take their time to explore this exciting city...

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Mont Saint-Michel set to maintain its natural beauty

An overview of a large-scale renovation project for Mont Saint-Michel

Mont St. Michel and its bay, probably the most famous landmark in Normandy, is set to maintain its natural beauty. The French government, along with the local authorities of Normandy and Britanny have embarked on a large-scale project to make the island’s surroundings more attractive and to improve conditions for tourists...

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