Summary
Discover the captivating stories of Normandy - from the legacy of William the Conqueror to the poignant history of D-Day. Wander through the charming harbour town of Honfleur and soak in the Medieval allure of Rouen immortalised by Monet.
For a short break with a difference, Normandy is hard to beat. The region is lush and green, with its patchwork of tiny fields and half-timbered buildings and, if the beautiful landscapes alone were not enticing enough, Normandy is also known as ‘Cider and Cream Country’ which requires no further explanation!
The history of Normandy is so intertwined with our own. You will see echoes of Joan of Arc, the D-Day landings, Richard the Lionheart and of course the most famous of all, William, the “Conqueror” of England. Everything in Normandy seems vaguely familiar, yet foreign. This is hardly surprising as so much of our heritage is shared – the same Vikings who visited Normandy also visited Britain. Present-day Normans often feel like kindred spirits, closer to the British than the rest of France. Explore the medieval charm of Rouen, the quaint harbour of Honfleur, and poignant history of Arromanches. Whether discovering famous landmarks or hidden gems, Normandy offers endless variety and character, making it a memorable destination.
Themes: History & Culture
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Honfleur, the most picturesque of the Côte Fleurie's seaside towns, is a time-burnished place with a surplus of half-timber houses and cobbled streets that are...
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Honfleur, the most picturesque of the Côte Fleurie's seaside towns, is a time-burnished place with a surplus of half-timber houses and cobbled streets that are...
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DAY 3
Honfleur, the most picturesque of the Côte Fleurie's seaside towns, is a time-burnished place with a surplus of half-timber houses and cobbled streets that are lined with a stunning selection of stylish boutiques. Much of its Renaissance architecture remains intact—especially around the 17th-century Vieux Bassin harbor, where the water is fronted on one side by two-story stone houses with low, sloping roofs and on the other by tall slate-topped houses with wooden facades. Maritime expeditions (including some of the first voyages to Canada) departed from here; later, Impressionists were inspired to capture it on canvas. But the town as a whole has become increasingly crowded since the Pont de Normandie opened in 1995. Providing a direct link with Upper Normandy, the world's sixth-largest cable-stayed bridge is supported by two concrete pylons taller than the Eiffel Tower and designed to resist winds of 257 kph (160 mph).
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Thu 9 Sep 2027
from £999 pp
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