Normandy Attractions
Use our Normandy attractions listings to help you make the most of your visit to Normandy or browse by location using the map of attractions in Normandy
, Seine-Maritime 76480
Tel 33 (0)2 35 37 24 02
Dating back to the 11th century, it was the tallest church in Normandy and is a fine example of Romanesque and neo-gothic art. You can also visit the abbey at night at witness a spectacular lightshow.
Le Mont-St-Michel, , Manche 50170
Tel 33 (0)2 33 89 80 00
One of the most famous medieval constructions in France, and a very important Christian pilgrimage location. The abbey has the best views of the bay and surrounding area and is particularly spectacular at night with a light and music show.
12, route de l'Abbaye, , Seine-Maritime 76840
Tel 33 (0)2 35 32 10 82
A Benedictine abbey dating back to the 12th century. The chapter has a fine collection of statues and the convent building still has its original stone ceiling. The gardens consist of the kitchen garden, the orchard and flower beds.
, Calvados 14710
Tel 33 (0)2 31 51 62 00
Overlooking Omaha Beach, this is the cemetery that featured in the opening and closing scenes of "Saving Private Ryan". The neat rows of headstones, immaculately manicured grounds and reflective pool make a significant, and often emotional, impression on the visitor.
Le Mont-St-Michel, , Manche 50170
Tel 33 (0)2 33 89 01 85
Archeoscope is an active multimedia show about the history and archaeology of Le Mont-St-Michel. With a mix of dramatic effects and "serious" talk and visual representations, it is a magical and unforgettable spectacle.
La Rue, , Manche 50310
Tel 33 (0)2 33 40 63 05
A German coastal battery that was part of the Atlantic Wall. There are numerous tunnels, casemates and buildings to explore. Along with the St Marcouf battery, the guns here were still firing two days after the initial D-Day invasion.
, Calvados 14400
Tel 33 (0)2 31 21 46 87
Part of the Atlantic Wall, this German gun battery is the only one which has kept its original guns, giving you a real feel for what it was like back in 1944.
Place de la Chateau, , Calvados 14000
Dating back to the 11th century, Caen Castle was begun by William the Conqueror and is one of the most imposing buildings in the city. The castle has a series of exhibitions open to the public.
Dieppe, , Seine-Maritime
The café was built as an inn towards the end of the seventeenth century, and briefly became Dieppe's town hall after the previous one was bombarded by the British in 1694.
, Seine-Maritime
Tel 33 (0)2 35 85 02 80
The chateau contains memorabilia of the Marquis de Miromesnil and the writer Guy de Maupassant. Within the grounds in a wonderful kitchen garden and chapel.
rue Jules Michelet, , Seine-Maritime 27910
Tel 33 (0)2 35 23 62 35
The château is now an arts centre known for its large exhibitions. Also within the site is a 17th century dovecote and a park with sculptures created by some of the best contemporary artists.
Rue de Chastes, Dieppe, , Seine-Maritime 76200
This restored castle houses a fine collection of ivory objects and a good selection of paintings of local scenes.
37 rue de l'Asile-Thomas, Dieppe, , Seine-Maritime
The museum traces the history of sea-going vessels, featuring a Viking drakkar under construction, following methods depicted in the Bayeux Tapestry.
, Seine-Maritime 76290
Tel 33 (0)2 35 30 96 66
Located at Montivilliers Abbey, this walk-through exhibition guides the visitor on a historical tour of monastic life. The 13th century Refectory holds temporary art exhibitions.
Square de l’Eglise, , Calvados 14800
An impressive building in the town, Deauville Church has some good examples of local craftsmanship. The church is well worth a visit.
Deauville, , Calvados
Host regular racing meetings throughout the year and attract a mixture of the rich and famous along with holidaymakers
Deauville, , Calvados
Host regular racing meetings throughout the year and attract a mixture of the rich and famous along with holidaymakers
Rue des Martyrs, , Calvados 14000
A fine gothic church dating back to the 14th century. The church has a magnificent nave and a ornate lantern-tower.
Bd. Francois-Ier Le Havre, Le Havre, , Seine-Maritime
Built between 1951 and 1957 in the Normandie Coastal city of Le Havre, France, the Église St Joseph was begun by Auguste Perret and completed after his death by Raymond Audigier.
, Calvados 14600
The front of this church dates back to the 15th century and has a traditional open-air wash house fed by natural springs. The carved entrance supports a magnificent bell tower.
