Holidays in NormandySelf catering holiday homes in Normandy
Normandy a region in northern France and is known for it's famous history, D-Day sites, medieval castles, excellent cusine and stunning sandy beaches. The region is coastal and rural with a varied coastline of white-chalk cliffs extending out toward the Atlantic Ocean, dotted with beach resorts such as chic Deauville and family friendly Cabourg. There is also an incredible number of pretty fishing villages, stunning beaches and pretty little coves. The food is excellent especially if you enjoy fresh fish and seafood. Other popular dishes are camembert pie and The Norman omelette to be washed down with locally brewed apple ciders.
Normandy is easily accessible with three regional airports, Caen-Carpiquet, Saint-Gatien and Cherbourg. There is also a high speed train from Paris, if you chose to fly into Paris Charles de Gaulle International airport, providing short transfers or by ferry from the UK.
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| Family friendly resorts | ✔ |
| Fabulous beaches | ✔ |
| Excellent golf courses | ✔ |
| Watersports | ✔ |
| Historical sites | ✔ |
| Vineyards | ✔ |
| Main airports - Cherbourg | ✔ |
| Capital - Rouen | ✔ |
Featured resorts in Normandy
Things to see and do in Normandy
Normandy is full of interesting villages, gorgeous beaches and pristine countryside to explore. One of the top attractions is the magnificent Abbaye du Mont-Saint-Michel
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| Cimetiere Americain de Colleville-sur-Mer remembrance site | ✔ |
| Day trip to Deauville, fashionable seaside resort | ✔ |
| See the stunning white cliffs of Falaises d'Etretat | ✔ |
| Take a tour of the gardens of Fondation Claude Monet | ✔ |
| Visit Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Rouen and stay for its impressive light show | ✔ |
| Airborne Museum | ✔ |
| Swim in the salt water swimming pool of Pirou Plage | ✔ |
Our view on self catering holidays in Normandy
Normandy has so much that appeals to most tastes and age groups from its more lively and chic resorts to its peaceful and very pretty fishing villages offering outstanding cuisine, value for money and a friendly vibe. For the sporty types, there is an abundance of choice from water sports such as windsurfing, kitesurfing, sailing to more tradional sports such as golf. It is safe to say that Normandy is a fantastic holiday destination for the whole family and renting a villa or apartment for your self catering holiday in Normandy gives the freedom and flexibility to explore this stunning region at your own pace.
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