Normandy

FAQ

• Where is Normandy?

  The Normandy region of France is located west of Paris and the main resorts of Deauville, Trouville and Cabourg can be reached in just over 2 hours by car from Paris. The region boasts an immense historical heritage as it was home to the Dukes of Normandy for centuries.

• What to do in Normandy France?

  The Normandy region of France is certainly worth a visit. The region is home to a great number of historical monuments and treasures as it was the possession of the Dukes of Normandy for centuries. The region is also famous world wide as this is where the D-Day Normandy landings took place. It is also in Normandy that many Impressionist painters came to paint the towns, villages and landscapes that are today famous. The top sights & best things to do in Normandy include: 1. Visit the D-Day landing beaches, Omaha, US Cemetery 2. Visit the Bayeux Tapestry museums 3. Visit Claude Monet's Giverny House & Gardens 4. Visit the Charming small town of Honfleur 5. Taste local cheeses & calvados

• Where to stay in Normandy France?

  There are many options when it comes to where you can stay in Normandy. The region offers a large number of possibilities when it comes to hotels, from 3* budget to high-end hotels ranked in the Palace category such as Hotel Normandie in Deauville. In Normandy, you will have the choice of accommodations in-land or along the coast including many guest houses and Airbnb's. If you are in Normandy to visit the landing beaches and D-Day sites, then Bayeux makes for a perfect departure point for day trips.

• Can you do a day trip to Normandy from paris?

  Yes, absolutely! There are several options for a day trip to Normandy from Paris. You can take the train from Paris Saint-Lazare train station and stop in Bayeux. From there, take one of the day trips to the D-Day landing beaches or to Mont Saint Michel. Another option is to take a private day trip from Paris to Normandy with your own personal driver/guide. The tour can then be adapted to suit your interests.

• Is Mont Saint Michel a day trip from Paris?

  Yes, it is possible to take a day trip from Paris to Mont Saint Michel. The best possible option is to take a private day tour from Paris that will take you directly to Mont Saint Michel. This trip is really for those that have limited time in France as you have to keep in mind that the tour lasts around 13 hours. A more comfortable option is to take a 2 day tour that can include both Mont Saint Michel and the D-Day landing beaches as you travel back to Paris.

• What airport do you fly into for Normandy France?

  Your best option if you want to fly into Normandy France is to land at Caen Carpiquet airport.