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What does Normandy have in store for tourists?

Here is a promotional video produced by the Normandy tourism office. 7 minutes of fab places to visit and things to see when you’re on holiday in northern France.

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Pavillon Bleu (Blue Flag) Beach at Brehal

We are delighted that the beach near our 6-bed Normandy holiday rental has been awarded the Pavillon Bleu status. “Pavillon Bleu” is part of the French blue flag programme, that awards beaches that meet high quality standards in water facilities, safety, environmental education and management. The beach at Brehal is one of only 7 beaches in […]

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Bungee Jumping from the Souleuvre Viaduct

The Souleuvre Viaduct in Normandy was built during the 19th century by the famous French engineer Gustave Eiffel to carry the Caen – Saint Lô railway across the Souleuvre River. A permanent platform for bungee jumping was established by A. J. Hackett  in 1990 atop the highest pillar. A light gangway was established where the railway platform used […]

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Les Roches de Ham – Climbing and Walking

Just south of Saint Lo, in the Normandy countryside (bocage) is a rocky outcrop called ‘Les Roches de Ham’. Popular with climbers because of the 100m plus shale cliff with magnificent views from the summit, the area is also a good walking and horse-riding location for those on holiday in this part of France. Very […]

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Interested in horses? Visit the National Stud

Saint Lô is home to the largest national stud farm in France. As well as being a fine example of 19th Century French architecture, the stud is open to visitors every day of the year, and presents stallions and carriage horses to visitors on afternoon per week (please check locally for timings). The stud also […]

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Visit Mont St Michel

Le Mont Saint Michel is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most visited tourist attractions in France, attracting more than 2.5 million visitors every year. At less than an hour from all of our Normandy holiday properties it is well worth a visit during your stay with us.

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