40 Best Stops Between Lille and Saint-Malo (2025)

1 list

Great attraction showing how minig has changed through the ages. Includes information on how the miners worked and lived. Well presented and a great day out.

I never thought that I could enjoy this type of visit that much.The museum is so realistic, you have the feeling of going back to the past.Count minimum 3hours for a full visit and wear comfortable shoes, it's important.🤪There's a small shop for souvenirs, many other activities for almost all ages throughout the year.If you're visiting the Nord-Pas-de-Calais, then you should definitely stop by this museum. It's worth your curiosity especially if you like history though this one isn't a joyful one.To those who have read "Germinal" of Emile Zola, this museum is the best way to feel like you were present in those days, meanwhile many of us weren't even born when it all happened.😊

Really nice museum, with a very nice collection.There are lots of stuff and info for small and big.The entry to the "mine" is very informative.If you plan to go plan atleast three hours to have time enough to get all the information. We spent nearly three hours with two children and did not manage to see it all.The reason for only 4 stars is the missing information in English in the permanent exhibition.

It was perfect I come from hengri bergson high school and the guide was very funny and kind I think her name is Axel so I give a 5 starts.

Very interesting and rich in terms of history. Great way to understand how the mines worked. Strongly recommend!

What an awesome place! So glad I stopped to check it out! The tour was fantastic.

We dive into the Nord of France and mining history. The visit of the mine is interesting. Unfortunately our tour guide wasn't knowledgeable, he only reminded us of safety rules but didn't provide any insight nor historical information.

4.7

(7362)

4.5

(936)

Fosse Delloye, Rue d'Erchin, 59287 Lewarde, France

+16 other lists

This is a wonderful place to visit. I loved it! The very open plan design of the museum was so inviting and the special exhibition of Fantastic Animals with the masked attendants in the foyer was spectacular. I would have given the visit 6 stars out of 5 were it not for the dreadful parking facilities. We drove around the nearby residential streets for way too long (the offsite recommended parking lots were small and full). If you build it, they will come. If they come, you need to provide parking.

I had always wanted to visit the Louvre-Lens and I finally went on a Sunday. The bus lines were not running, so I had to walk from the train station. It is a very long walk, longer than what they advertise on the museum's website. The museum is in a beautiful building, and the visit is relatively short. They have relatively few, but very interesting works of art spanning several centuries. The gallery is one large open space, and I noticed kids get less bored with this configuration compared to a regular museum. The indoor picnic area is quite convenient, I strongly recommend bringing your own food. Oh, and it is free. Worth a visit!

Great space, welcoming, very kid friendly - a complete surprise! Really impressed and really enjoyed.

A small but very impressive collection from the Louvre located around an hour away from Calais.Impressive building design and architecture and contents spanning human development to the present day.Parking available close to the museum, recommend to allow 1-2 hours for a comprehensive visit.

Very nice and interesting museum. Not too big ,ideally if you have about 2-3 hours time. The permanent collection is free, the special temporary collection is 11 EUR but always worth it! Ability for a drink in the main hall, and a nice museum shop.

Very nice smaller museum. Super interesting building and great exhibition in rather unexpected place. Worth a visit.

Great collection. The grounds are lovely too. I also enjoyed the special eclair in the cafe. It was made to celebrate the mythical beasts exhibition - which annoyingly for me started the day after my visit and would have been exactly what I’m into. Despite my timing a great gallery.

What a fantastic day at the Louvre-Lens! 3000m² with over 200 works of art...so beautiful!Don't miss the gift shop - although rather expensive, it is filled with gorgeous things. We would go again!

Great place to visit. However, keep in mind that there is only cold food available if you have plans for lunch.

4.5

(10301)

4.0

(2085)

99 Rue Paul Bert, 62300 Lens, France

2 lists

very well done, if a bit word dense, ww1 museum. fantastic display of different equipment and uniforms juxtaposed with propaganda posters and art from all parties involved.

Lovely museum, lots of interesting artifacts and a good time libe. Very informative film of the conflict. Good history of the castle as well

An excellent adventure into the minds and lives of those who fought in and lived through the great war. Also, comparing the recruitment strategies used in their desperation to the American recruitment strategies was very enlightening and a bit funny.The Dix collection is a must-see: it privides a raw, heart-rending venture into the tormented mind of a brave soul who fought both enemies internally and externally. I am truly grateful to have experienced this. (Out of respect, I did not take pictures, plus I may have been a little rattled).

Fantastic museum at Peronne. It's well worth visiting.Really informative exhibits, and a few bits and pieces can be touched and encouraged to try on, like helmets & body armour.I'd recommend buying a joint ticket with the Thiepval Museum as it is a lot cheaper to get them together; they also offer a discount for service personnel or veterans.There is a free car park outside and many restaurants on the main square just in front of the main entrance.

Very interesting. It's so worth visiting.

A fairly large museum covering the great war, in English, French and German. Multiple displays with concise information, which is easy to understand

It is a good museum for familys and children.It never gets too bloody (except for the part by the german painter...hush hush kids) and it has a good storyline and explains many things in a way which is easy to understand.WW1 nerds and techfreaks will probably miss some hardware and more tactically orientated storyline.They can take it as a supplement to other places ,and enjoy the exhibitions of uniforms plus gear.The museum-shop has a lot of cartoons (plus books and stuff) about the great war in French.

Very interesting and educational. The displays really good. Well worth a visit .

Great experience. Well worth a visit if you are interested in the first world war

4.4

(1979)

4.0

(473)

Pl. André Audinot, 80200 Péronne, France

+11 other lists

Excellent place to visit. Such a lot of history, great guide.

A wonderful exhibition but in such a creative way. Very atmospheric and at the end moving beyond words. One of the very best WW1 experiences I have been to

Spine chillingly wonderful experience coming from New Zealand. Our thanks to the many Kiwi miners who created this cave system during WW1. If you are a Kiwi and near Arras this is a must see location. Our guide was extraordinary. Thank you.

The Wellington Tunnels are an amazing experience that is well priced and professionally run. Vincent our guide was amazing, he had us enthralled for the whole experience of the New Zealand tunnellers in WWI. This is a must do for all military enthusiasts.

If you are interested in history and good place to visit in Arras. They will take you into the tunnels underground in a comfortable lift and they path underground is fully packed with wood so no inconvenience at all. They explain the complete story with audio and visuals.

A modern-way museum dedicated to the 1917 battle of Arras.Recommended even though is only guided tour with a limited time.

Came here as a teacher on a school trip. Very well designed experience, very professionally delivered by our guide. Lovely features like everyone having their own audio guide headset, and video footage being projected directly onto the wall of the tunnels.Tours are available in French and English.Small gift shop.Really recommend this experience. Provides very interesting context about the area if you are learning about World War 1 .

Brilliant place to visit, the guides are so knowledgeable. The caves are so interesting, and easy to walk around on the walkways. There is no cafe but a more than adequate vending machine near the gift shop.

Amazing place and a Must Do for any kiwi visiting this part of France. Great value for money and an amazing engineering feat and part of New Zealand's first world war contribution to history.Highly recommend

4.7

(2736)

4.5

(1593)

Rue Arthur Deletoille, 62000 Arras, France

7 lists

Such a beautiful place.We came here as big Merlin fans (TV show) as this is where the castle scenes were filmed, we were really sad that there's absolutely no mention of the show anywhere or in the gift shop(would be another great tourist attraction)We love history as well so seeing the history and learning about it was amazing as well!Not much around so we visited twice and saw new things we'd missed the second time.A café right by the gift shop would be absolutely perfect!We want to come back when all the scaffolding and building works have gone, hopefully soon!

Loved this beautiful castle. I personally know it from the BBC show Merlin so I did not care much for the exhibited pieces but more about the exterior...They are still working on the outside of the castle so part of it is in scaffolding. (Said on a sign that they will be working on it up until dec '23)

Not sure where you will find another medieval castle that looks just like those in your childhood fairytale books. Built in 12th Century onwards, owned by the Valois, and left in ruins from 17-18 century, it was bought by Napoleon and gradually restored. Some restoration detail might not be as historically accurate, but I am taking it all in. The Leopold I emperor of Belgium was married here it seems. The interior is left empty, but the tour is self guided, well labeled, and many areas are opened to the public. I think a casual day trip here with the family bringing picnic food is the way to go.

Frickin huge from the outside. Interior is also amazing, but you can only view the main Chateau 'House', not the massive turrets or ramparts!

Awesome Castle. If you're a Melin fan you'll love this place. The west wing of the building was being renovated which was a shame but I'm sure it'll be great once it's finished. Pierrefonds is a really nice town to explore too.

Beautiful château, amazingly rebuild. Definitely recommend a walk around. 😔

One of the most beautiful castles I have seen, just around 1 hour North from Paris, this spot has been presented to us on the highway. Quickly did the detour and was very flabbergastedBeautiful restored castle and a nice tour explaining all in the audio guide on how it came to existence. Tickets were cheap I would say and Audio guide available in multiple languages. We learned a lot and also got the books and postcards in the gift shop. Did not regret the trip at all and are enriched by this experience.

Top of my lists after visit this castle. Very impressive castle for me in France. Amazing inside and outside. Do not miss!!

Pleasantly surprised! 🏰😊 My visit to Chateau de Pierrefonds was a delightful experience.The reception was swift and of high quality, setting a positive tone for the visit. 👍The castle has been beautifully renovated, and the history behind it is truly fascinating. Witnessing the evolution of the renovations over the centuries adds an extra layer of interest to the experience. 🕰️🏰With a visit time of 1.5 hours, it's a perfect excursion. Despite ongoing partial renovations, the castle remains a beautiful and worthwhile place to explore. Don't miss out! 🚶‍♂️📸

4.6

(14119)

4.5

(1771)

Rue Viollet le Duc, 60350 Pierrefonds, France

1 list

Very interesting and unique underground museum. There is a lot of information (most of it available in English and German as well) to accompany artifacts from the war. The tunnels lead to a little gift shop and a very nicely maintained park. I learned a lot and highly recommend visiting if you are in the area.

Gosh where do I start, amazing, shocking, scary, it has it all. So touching to see all the artifacts some with bullet holes. Very well.laid out plenty of English titles as well as french. Those poor men who lived and died during that time is fully explained well worth a visit. If you are interested in world war 1 then it's an absolute must

Brilliant underground displays and life-sized dioramas of WWI situations. A lot of relics. Nice options to purchase memorabilia at the end of the tour.

Excellent museum with audio visual and actual exhibits of the battle of the Somme. The museum is in Albert is close to the front line and is next the Basilica which was raised to the ground before and after the battle. Very informative with English French ab German translations. The museum is built in an underground tunnel which gives an eerie feel but adds to it overall delivery. We’ll worth a visit as a starting point any SOMME tour as it sets the scene well and gives great context

Very nice. If you want to get a feel for what took place around the Great War, this is a good place to visit. It’s built in an old air-raid shelter, a large under ground tunnel. This means that the place where you enter the museum is not the same as where you exit. So take note of where you park!

Loved it. Great collection of war memorabilia. Location in bomb shelter made it that much cooler. Kids enjoyed it (bring student ID for discount).

It's ok. Easy to browse about at your own speed. Loses a star because a number of the touch screen displays didn't work properly. Also, it was mostly in French with fewer English descriptions. But other than that it's worth visiting if you are in the area.

A MUST SEE if you are in northern France. Located 34km from the location of main frontline it is a giant collection containing a wide variety of aspects including but not limited to:1) Weapons and military equipment both in scrap form as well as restored2) Photos (originals as well as 3D forms making you feel like you are in the middle of action)3) Souvenirs from daily life (toiletries, food cans, booklets, leaflets, postcards etc...)4) Brief but engaging descriptions explaining to you strategies and positions of both sides as well as challenges they had to face at the time5) Comparison of different trech setups (layouts, function rooms, sentry and sniper setups, mortar and machinegun nests)6) Breakdown of causes of death and effectivity of different means of warefare7) Tying the battle with historical figures like the Prussian ACE "Red Barron"8) Soldier passtimes like art and scrafts from scrap available at hand or light reading bookletsAnd much more...I visited because I had time to spare and did not have all that much of an interest in the battle but spent 1.5h in a 350m underground tunnel stopping every 1m to read all there was.One major advice! Before zou enter go to a toilet somewhere near because there is none at the entrance and the only one available is at the very end of the tunnel at ground level and you are not allowed back in once you leave the tunnel.

The Museum was more extensive than expected, very good for us Australians as there was a lot of English explanation which is a rarity for France but seems to be getting better. Good range of artifacts and interesting stories. Presented in an actual bunker 10 meters underground ( bring warm clothes so you can take your time) exits onto a wonderful public garden that is also worth a look

4.7

(1991)

4.5

(923)

Rue Anicet Godin, 80300 Albert, France

33 lists

Lovely way to spend an hour whilst visiting Amiens. The boat trip through the Hortillonnages was informative, interesting and calming. You can't help but be a little of jealous of the people fortunate enough to live in this lovely place. Highly recommended. Think about booking in advance. Several people were turned away because they were full on the day we visited.

Nice trip to do while in Amiens. Al these canals are now going through private property. Some owners have made really nice gardens.

The boattrip was really beautiful. Its definately worth a visit! We really enjoyed these 45 minutes and highly recommend this place and the activity.

So if you are going to visit and want to enjoy the boat tour, you had better to hurry.I couldn’t find any website for the ticket purchase, so I had to visit to buy tickets, and unfortunately, I couldn’t buy them because it was sold out already.I had no option but taking a walk instead of taking a boat tour.

Really nice thing to do on a hot day. Peaceful meander through the canals with friendly (and multi lingual) guide. Outstanding value for money.

Fascinating trip, gardens and wildlife, never seen so many fish in the crystal clear water, kingfishers everywhere, beautiful gardens. Guide was super friendly, tour was mostly in french but took the time to explain main points in English. Gliding along in a large punt with a quiet electric engine, bliss!

We are from the UK and absolutely loved it! You will not be disappointed even though it's a French commentary you can just appreciate the beautiful scenery and winding canal around some amazing homes and gardens and wildlife...very peaceful and easy to find and really responsibly priced! Enjoy it wherever your from 🙏🥰😃

4.5

(4682)

4.5

(2406)

54 Bd de Beauvillé, 80000 Amiens, France

33 lists

Beautiful cathedral! I couldn't stop taking pictures and videos because of how stunning it was! One of the coolest experiences I've had. Building is MASSIVE. Such intricate facade and truly breathtaking to see in person. Highly recommend the light show that happens at night during the summer months. Mesmerizing experience. For travel content, check out Adventure on a Dime on You Tube.

One of the most magnificent cathedral in the world. The light show is absolutely beautiful.Then you go inside, and you get the tallest gothic cathedral in the world. The inside light was stunning. If you get a chance, go visit it.

Built in the 13th century, it is still the most interesting basilica of the region of Picardy. Impressive. There are a lot of figures on the western facade, which illustrate the Bible and the history of France

An impressive cathedral. The Tower was worth 7euros and the 400 small steps for the views. The staircase is small though so only for those with mobility. It was great that you could spend as long as you wanted at each point. The cathedrale interior (free to enter) was also impressive, 42m ceiling! Look down too at the floor with the different patterns.

Beautiful Cathedral, very interesting to walk around. Amazing light show on outside during the Christmas period

Absolutely huge inside, like incomprehensibly cavenous! And I've seen Notre Dame in Paris.Well worth a visit for the amazing architecture and breathtakingly beautiful stained glass windows.

Long history and memorable stories inside it. Worth to visit there and try to study some history of it though Google. It’s much more you need to know for this Cathedral.

4.8

(15186)

4.5

(4503)

30 Place Notre Dame, 80000 Amiens, France

6 lists

Shocked to find out the astronomical clock has been forcibly stopped and is NOT working due to the new priest requesting silence during his mass ! It's a unique mechanical piece of art, 1000 years old that was precise to the second; displaying tides, the night sky and tons of other beautiful things.Egomaniac much ?Absolutely scandalous lack of respect for cultural heritage.

Definitely worth stopping by on your way to/from the airport!Beauvais is perfect for a quick stroll, you’ll find some cafes and bakeries near the cathedral too. The cathedral itself is (as all French cathedrals are) very impressive, towering over the whole town.

Absolutely stunning cathedral, the super tall roof and just the feeling of the place, you feel tiny, really amazing, its worth coming here from a distance for sure, can highly recommend seeing this beautiful cathedral, to bad we came abit late, would have liked to see more and in sunshine its stained glass would probably even look better 🤓👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻🎉🎉🎉🎊🎊🎊🎊🎊🎉🎉🎉🎉

Now this is a cathedral that’s both impressive and quiet within. Worth a visit to wander round and in many ways, much better than those in Paris which are far busier.

Its designers had the ambition to make it the largest gothic cathedral in France - ahead of Amiens' gem.Victim of two collapses, one in the 13th century, the other in the 16th century, it remains unfinished today; only the choir and the transept have been built. The planned nave of the cathedral was never constructed.(As an outstanding example of the Vanitatum Vanitas) today Saint Pierre of Beauvais is the highest cathedral of the 7 Picardy cathedral wonders.note:Although it has no main nave & towers you can visit the famous astronomical clock inside {paid feature}

Beautiful Cathedral which surely worths your time to visit. I think it has a unique "clock" which is grandios and beautifully crafted, which shows not just time, but also planet view to the sun, view of the stars in a night sky (planesphere celeste).

A very beautiful cathedral of the 13th century. Beautiful gothic architecture.It has the highest Gothic choir in the world.At some point in time, in the 16th century the cathedral of Beauvais was, with its tower, the highest human construction in the world.It was designed with the ambition to make it the largest cathedral in France and you get the feeling when entering the Cathedral.

I was really surprised how damaged and of weak structure this building is. It may have the highest ceiling but architectural it's a mess. Metal to support the weak structure everywhere on the outside. Massive wooden support constructions in the inside.The entire building describes the weird wish to have the biggest cathedral without considering aestetical aspects.If you wish to see a perfect cathedral, I would suggest visiting Amiens.

Wow what a magnificent cathedral. Awesome to visit and marvel at the construction which has stood for centuries. I have to say this that one need’s to behave and dress in a respectful manner as in any place of worship. There is a souvenir shop here and it’s wheelchair 🦽 accessible there are no toilets here. Well worth a visit when your journey takes you to or through Beauvais.

4.6

(3356)

4.5

(923)

85 Rue Saint-Pierre, 60000 Beauvais, France

Schöne geruhsame Fahrt durch das Natur- und Vogelschutzgebiet der Somme Mündung nach St.Valery sur Somme. Sowohl die Fahrt als auch den Besuch des Örtchens haben wir sehr genossen. Wir haben eine Aufenthaltszeit von 2,5 h gewählt, was wir als ausreichend empfanden. Empfehlenswert 👍(Translated by Google)Beautiful leisurely drive through the nature and bird sanctuary of the Somme estuary to St.Valery sur Somme. We really enjoyed both the trip and the visit to the town. We chose a stay of 2.5 hours, which we found to be sufficient. Recommended 👍

Fantastic trip, such a joy rumbling through the beautiful countryside on a steam train. Great price 4 of us for about 60 euro return. If you have children, grab the first or last carriage (they swap engines around half way) you can stand right beside the train drivers.

(Translated by Google) Return to the instantaneous past with a leisurely one-hour train ride between Saint Valery sur Somme and Le Crotoy. No, it's not a seaside train but a train that rides through the middle of the fields, and that's what also makes it so charming!(Original)Retour vers le passé instantané avec une balade tranquille en train d'une heure entre Saint Valery sur Somme et Le Crotoy. Non ce n'est pas un train de bord de mer mais un train qui se balade au milieu des champs, et c'est ce qui fait aussi son charme !

It takes the train 1 hour to get to Le Crotoy while by car is just 20minutes. The views from the train are more or less the same as from the road.Le Crotoy is not big deal; Valery sur Somme is much, much better.

Lovely steam train ride around the bay of the Somme.

(Translated by Google) Excellent ?!?? We take the time 🥰🥰👍👍We discover in what condition people could travel from first to third class. Nowadays, no one has the time and moans as long as they can....(Original)Excellent ?!?? On prend le temps 🥰🥰👍👍On découvre dans quelle condition les personnes pouvaient voyager de le première à la troisième classe .A l' heure actuelle plus personnes n 'a le temps et râle tant qu'ils peuvent ....

(Translated by Google) A great railway experience, a step back in time with smiling and attentive staff. Some trains are accessible to PRMs. It's nice to be able to ride these restored trains with your loved one in a wheelchair. Consider booking by phone. The landscape is magnificent, don't go there thinking of seeing the sea, we cross salt fields and meadows. In short, I recommend(Original)Belle expérience ferroviaire, un bond dans le temps avec un personnel souriant et a l'écoute. Certains trains sont accessibles aux PMR. C'est agréable de pouvoir monter dans ces trains restaurés avec son proche en fauteuil. Pensez à réserver par téléphone. Le paysage est magnifique, n'y aller pas en pensant voir la mer nous traversons champs et près salés. Bref je recommande

Super(Translated by Google)Excellent

(Translated by Google) Good nothing more.It's already not easy to understand anything: the line goes from Cayeux to Crotoy but after 08/26 only from St Valery to Crotoy. For the same price, 15€ per person return. You then have to choose whether you take a round trip or a round trip without necessarily knowing the options other than the train (crossing the bay on foot for example and returning by train). Choosing steam or diesel but without really having a choice because it depends on the schedule. In short, at reception they don't explain anything to us other than insisting on having our time of return because we have to choose in advance. We were lucky the train was not full but clearly with a crowded train in times of covid and given that everyone is screaming, wandering and taking off their masks despite the drivers' reminders, I do not recommend. Especially since 1 out of 2 carriages remains closed because they are the "1st class carriages" (no idea how we reserve them) and if they open them the carriages are damaged by the passengers...The landscapes are nothing extraordinary, you don't see the bay but some beautiful lights all the same. On the other hand, you drive about 25 to 30 minutes over a 1 hour journey because the train stops at Noyelles station then the locomotive detaches and re-connects at the other end of the train to leave on another track and that takes time. We made Saint Valery towards Crotoy at 2:30 p.m. arriving around 1:30 p.m. time to park and use the toilets. Arrival at Crotoy at 3:30 p.m. Return to the station around 5 p.m. for a departure at 5:30 p.m. It's short but it allows you to see the bay and walk around a bit.(Original)Bien sans plus.Déjà pas simple d'y comprendre quelque chose : la ligne va de Cayeux au Crotoy mais après le 26/08 uniquement de St Valery au Crotoy. Pour le même pris soit 15€ par personne l'A/R. Il faut ensuite choisir si on prend un aller ou un aller retour sans forcément connaître les possibilités autre que le train (traverser la baie à pieds par exemple et revenir en train). Choisir vapeur ou diesel mais sans vraiment avoir le choix car c'est selon les horaires. Bref a l'accueil on ne nous explique rien à part insister pour avoir notre horaire d'aller et de retour car ça il faut choisir d'avance. Nous avons eu de la chance le train n'était pas rempli mais clairement avec un train bondé en temps de covid et étant donné que tout le monde hurle, vadrouille et enleve son masque malgré les rappels des conducteurs, je ne recommande pas. D'autant que 1 wagon sur 2 reste fermé car ce sont les "wagons 1ere classe" (aucune idée de comment on les réserve) et que s'ils les ouvrent les wagons sont dégradés par les passagers...Les paysages n'ont rien d'extraordinaire, vous ne voyez pas la baie mais quelques belles lumières tout de même. Par contre vous roulez environ 25 30 minutes sur 1h de trajet car le train s'arrête en gare de Noyelles puis la locomotive se détache et se rattache à l'autre bout du train pour repartir sur une autre voie et cela prend du temps. Nous avons fait Saint Valery vers Crotoy à 14h30 en arrivant vers 13h30 le temps de se garer et de passer aux WC. Arrivée au Crotoy à 15h30. Retour à la gare vers 17h pour un départ à 17h30. C'est court mais cela permet de voir la baie et de se balader un peu.

4.3

(233)

4.0

(1879)

Av. du Général Leclerc, 80230 Saint-Valery-sur-Somme, France

5 lists

Park was alright. We were thirsty as hell on our way back, but the bartender was too busy cleaning up to offer us a drink or a sandwich. We waited a good 10mn in front of the bar before we decided to leave as the lady there was rude and unwilling to serve us some refreshments! We ll bring our own refreshments if we ever go back.

Wonderful nature reserve with 14 hides and most are staffed with guides and scopes.

Yes, it is a beautiful place and you can watch birds BUT unfortunately on that day it was not that good. There were some swans, ducks and the usual animals. I really expected more and after spending two hours (and 450 photos) we decided to go. Beautiful place and maybe it was just bad luck, but I really expected more 😕

Refreshing and uplifting pine forests, lakes with thriving bird life, luxuriant and well managed nature, wide skies. Signposted walks of varied lengths - and have a coffee or snack at the cafe.

A very beautiful wildlife reserve. Don't forget to bring your zooming lens. A very good place to try out wildlife photography. I will visit this place again.

Not cheap, but a great experience. Fantastic bird life, accessible and the guides at the hides were very friendly and helpful. Some iconic species, spoonbills, stork, avocet, hobby. Bring your binoculars, but you can also hire them. Very popular with families and great to see children excited about wildlife. Highly recommended

Had a great day taking photos. Can easily spend a whole day.

Great display, small walk (max around 6km)

Superb location, easy trail, ideal for kids to enjoy birds

4.5

(5403)

4.5

(1356)

25bis Chem. des Garennes, 80120 Saint-Quentin-en-Tourmont, France

2 lists

Very cold up there this morning. Great views, and the little tram cars are free😄. Perfect for a morning walk.

For me, Treport's funicular is a way of transport that you must to test at less one time in your life. Day and night funicular give you an incredible panorama of Treport's beach and town. You can take funicular for free and cross cliff easily. It’s good way to avoid the big hill to join cliff’s high if you want walk on the cliff. If you come in car, it’s preferable to park you in high of cliff and after go down. If you have time go behind high funicular because you have sort of point of view with binoculars.

The use of the Funicular is free. Parking on top and bottom payable during 2 seasons. Check the notice. There is a city train that goes round the city at the city level of the Funicular. It starts as 11.30

Clean . Efficient and free .Lovely views . Brilliant.

The perfect way to see the town as views are breathtaking (and makes getting up hill far easier than walking!). Trip is quick and runs all day into the evening, best if all it's free!

Fun way to get down from high cliffs to the beach area. Today (middle of May) the car park and the funicular rides were free, but there are charges in high season.

Beautiful views! You can't go wrong taking a trip to the top.

Easy way to get from the beach and port to the lovely viewpoint at the top. And it's FREE! What's not to like..

Lovely view from the top. Camper van parking area with lots of spaces but popular and difficult to get a space in the height of summer so have alternative. The lift takes you down to the town. Allow plenty of time as can be very busy with queues.

4.7

(2652)

4.5

(2144)

Rue du Télécabine, 76470 Le Tréport, France

+11 other lists

Small museum but still some great masterpieces, fabulous view of the landscape

Pretty cool place to visit. Beautiful area with plenty to see without paying to enter museum, but worth the entry fee. Easily can spend 2 hours or more just walking around and enjoying everything. Be prepared for uphill walking. Very limited parking (5 cars at the top), but there is free parking near the beach which is about a 10 - 15 minute walk to the chateau. Defiently worth visiting.

Great views of Dieppe. Remember French opening times: shut for lunch. Lovely to have a walk all around the outside. Best go on a sunny day.

Eine schöne Burg, aus der Man wesentlich mehr machen könnte. Der Eintritt in das Museum kostet 5,50 Euro. Es sind diverse Kunststücke ausgestellt.Schade, dass es keinerlei Burgcharme mehr gibt.Mann kann relativ nah an der Burg parken.(Translated by Google)A beautiful castle that could be done with much more. Entrance to the museum costs 5.50 euros. Various works of art are on display.It's a shame that there is no castle charm left.You can park relatively close to the castle.

The Chateau is a lovely place, it’s very old & historic. The view from there is fantastic! The tickets are around 5 euros small children don’t pay. There’s the bottom part of the castle available, you cannot access towers. It’s like a museum & gallery in one. There’s an Ivory museum too. But gutted as there wasn’t an English guide to read so didn’t actually learn anything about the history of this place. It’s open currently 10-12 & 2-5 and shut otherwise.There’s free toilets on the premises, it has entrances from the bottom & top of the castle. I wish the people working there were a bit more pleasant but as a sightseeing & historical place it’s lovely. Family friendly. Recommended to visit if in Dieppe.

For sure the visit of Dieppe Castle is a must in Dieppe. Nice castle, excellent view on the city. The museum itself, I mean, okay if you have time, if you will miss it, not a problem. Thanks to the city of Dieppe, parts of the castle you can see without buying a ticket. Anyways, best is the view…

Nice museum, ivery art and old paintings plus maritime escevations from sunken ships

The Medieval Festival was very interesting, a lot of shows, shops, food, the museum was open for free, a lot of music, many beautiful disgused persons.

Tolle Sicht auf die Stadt und den Strand. Ordentliche gepflegte Außenanlage. Das Museum in der ist sehr sehenswert mit phantastischen Elfenbeinschnitzereien und tollen Schiffsmodellen. Sehr schön und informativ auch die Gemälde, die Dieppe und den Hafen zeigen, wie es früher einmal ausgesehen hat.Einziger Kritikpunkt: die Öffnungszeiten. Sehr großzügige Mittagspause von 12 bis 14 Uhr und man wird bereits um 11:50 rauskomplimentiert.(Translated by Google)Great view of the city and the beach. Neat, well-kept outdoor area. The museum is well worth seeing with fantastic ivory carvings and great ship models. The paintings that show Dieppe and the harbor as it once looked are also very beautiful and informative.The only point of criticism: the opening times. Very generous lunch break from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. and you are complimented out at 11:50 a.m.

4.3

(3349)

4.0

(668)

Rue de Chastes, Bd de la Mer, 76200 Dieppe, France

+66 other lists

Our favourite Cathedral in France, Rouen Notre Dame which enchanted Monet to paint it many times in varying lights. It was painted after dark during our visit with a free sound and light show projected on its facade…magnificent.

The Cathedral Notre-Dame de Rouen is a beautiful gothic style structure rich with history. The cathedral spire is currently being repaired. It is the tallest cathedral in France. The entry is free, but there should be a fee in my opinion. There are areas that require restoration so a small fee would help. This cathedral was painted by Claude Monet so you may have seen this is you visited a museum.

One of the great cathedrals of France. Somewhat astonishing when you first see it due to its size and architectural detail. There are many things to admire from the statues, carvings, small grotesque creatures and the interior space. The inside is awesome with an immense amount of space conveying the grandeur of heaven and earth by the medieval architects and builders. It is worth spending some time examining the exterior all the way around and the interior. A magnificent structure.

The best cathedral I have ever seen in France. Very well preserved. Not so crowded even at weekends and no fee to enter.

A very beautiful, huge cathedral with a special design. I caught the moment when the organ was playing and it was beautiful. Worth a visit when visiting Rouen. The entrance in cathedral is free.

A wonderful place to experience the old-world flavour of France. The city is very interesting in terms of history, architecture, art and cookery.The famous Notre-Damme Cathedral looks amazing.We found a point from where it looks from an unusual angle. This is the top of the bell tower in the centre of the city. From there, Rouen looks particularly beautiful.I am attaching my picture to share my impression.

What an amazing place the Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Rouen is.Steeped in history, with truly unbelievable architecture.It was being restored when we got there, which did not detract from the visit, historical buildings need to be looked after.I would recommend a visit....

4.7

(15924)

4.5

(4701)

Pl. de la Cathédrale, 76000 Rouen, France

23 lists

4.5

(2050)

76000 Rouen, France

16 lists

I visited this palace together with someone who doesn’t speak neither understand french, and we were the only 2 people who said to the guide, Samantha, that we don’t speak French. I can understand french (as I speak a bit and my mother tongue is Spanish), I noticed that Samantha was giving quite more information in French than in English, what I consider as not professional guide in a touristic attraction like this. I asked her about an explanation that she made in French about where the spices come from and she said to me that I could read that information in the description of every spice. Well I was wondering why she is a guide, if I can read any information. I thought that a guide is there to explain more than what is written and to answer questions from visitors. Samantha made us feel really uncomfortable treating us like this and taking us beside the rest of visitors. I have been many times in France and I have felt myself like at home, when people speak to me about the stereotype that French people are arrogant, I was always denying such stereotype, but I guess people mean the attitude that Samantha showed me there. It is a pity.Beside that, the castle is a beautiful place and has an interesting history. As for the liquor, I guess it is a personal taste, for me it was too sweet.

Interesting place to visit. Only organized groups tour are allowed. We didn't have English speaking group, so joined a French language group and received a brochure to follow up. A couple of rooms were closed, so the tickets' price reflected that - it was correct. The guides were pleasant and answered our questions in English, when was possible. The video went into loop, so the group was seating and watching it second time - probably scared from exam at the end of a tour:)The tasting was well organized with 3 out of 4 type of spirit presented.Overall - a pure touristic spot. We left with a feeling that it was questionable to drive 45 minutes for it.Average value for your money.

Egal ob man den Benedictine schon kennt oder nicht, ein Besuch der Destillerie lohnt auf jeden Fall. Es ist die einzige Produktionsstätte des wohltuenden Likörs für den weltweiten Vertrieb. Man lernt bei einer geführten Tour alle Schritte und Zutaten zur Herstellung des Benedictine. Am Ende gibt es eine Verkostung bzw. man darf verschiedene Destillationsschritte beriechen.Wer ihn mit nach Hause nehmen möchte, kann im integrierten Shop nach Belieben kaufen. Eine Bar gibt es auch, wer lieber bleiben und trinken möchte. Ein Besuch lohnt.(Translated by Google)Regardless of whether you already know Benedictine or not, a visit to the distillery is definitely worth it. It is the only production site of the beneficial liqueur for worldwide distribution. On a guided tour you will learn all the steps and ingredients for making Benedictine. At the end there is a tasting and you can smell different distillation steps.If you want to take it home, you can buy whatever you want in the integrated shop. There is also a bar if you prefer to stay and drink. A visit is worth it.

Interesting visit. Amazing building and museum, followed by another really interesting visit of the distillery and cellars and then finally a tasting. English language tours available. Do I like Bendictine? I don't know, but I remember my parents had a bottle in the 70s, so I bought one.

Das Palais / die Abtei ist in einem hervorragendem Zustand! Wir haben eine Führung durch die Räumlichkeiten gemacht. Danach konnten wir die Brennerei besichtigen. Nach dem Rundgang folgte eine Verkostung von einigen Likören. Im Anschluss gab es die Möglichkeit, sich im Shop mit Souvenirs, aber natürlich auch mit dem hier produzierten Kräuterlikör einzudecken!Ein Besuch ist unbedingt empfehlenswert!(Translated by Google)The palace / abbey is in excellent condition! We took a tour of the premises. Afterwards we were able to visit the distillery. The tour was followed by a tasting of some liqueurs. Afterwards there was the opportunity to stock up on souvenirs in the shop, but of course also on the herbal liqueur produced here!A visit is definitely recommended!

Wow ! Such a surprise. We stumbled upon the beautiful Palais by chance and loved it. If you want to visit in summer, better book online though

Very nice location. They had brochures in spanish for us to follow the first part of the visit. Second part, cellars and tasting was great! Samantha our guide was really good, very welcoming and very available to any questions we may have. We had the visit in both french and english. Tasting was also veeeery nice and we endes knowing so much about Beneditine liquor! Nice end at the bar!

This is a fascinating distillery with a fascinating history.Benedictine is a recipe from Venice that contains 27 herbs and is used as a medical tincture. During the French Revolution, the monks were expelled from the monastery, and a family connected with the monks' financing discovered the recipe in a book and began producing it again.Akexandre Le Grand was a wine merchant and a brilliant marketer, and his sales skyrocketed. The distillery, which is now owned by Bacardi, continues to produce the liqueur. The alcohol is sucked into large tankers and transported to a bottling plant.

Wir waren auf Kreuzfahrt und hatten einen Ausflug gebucht der uns dorthin führte. Wir konnten uns alles anschauen und hatten dann anschließend eine Führung inkl Verkostung. Geschmacklich ist es nicht unser Fall gewesen, trotzdem gibt es 5 Sterne für das ganze Ambiente. Besonders die Bar hat uns gefallen und im Shop konnte man hinterher auch alle Geschmackrichtungen kaufen. Auch die Außenanlagen sind sehr schön, dort ist ein kleiner Park wo man entspannen und spazieren kann.(Translated by Google)We were on a cruise and had booked an excursion that took us there. We were able to look at everything and then had a tour including a tasting. In terms of taste, it wasn't our cup of tea, but we still give it 5 stars for the whole atmosphere. We particularly liked the bar and you could buy all the flavors in the shop afterwards. The outdoor areas are also very nice, there is a small park where you can relax and take a walk.

4.5

(5896)

4.5

(1980)

110 Rue Alexandre le Grand, 76400 Fécamp, France

Beautiful cliffs with great views from the top. The climb is a bit challenging but it was totally worth it. Do not miss and bring your camera!

Easily accessible and just less than 30 minutes walking distance from the beach. It might be less enjoyable when there are too many people, but the views are worth it. Have a nice little hike and chill at the viewing points is highly recommendable.

Even better views than from the right side cliff. Hovering seagulls, smell of the sea and nice lawns up there.Make sure you wear shoes with proper grip.

An amazing structure that stands the test of time. It was a beautiful feeling to experience the view from the top and below.The walk up is easy to moderate for someone in good shape! But do take your time to admire the landscape.There are no barriers on the cliff so as a warning, do keep eyes on your children and pets!It was raining and windy, and yet we were motivated and it is absolutely worth a trip!

This cliff is impossible to overlook, as the pebble beach curves toward the southwest, showcasing its natural arch and solitary rock formation. You’ll notice tiny figures ascending the steep steps and grassy slopes to reach a viewpoint overlooking the needle, or Aiguille, a towering 70-meter-high spire of chalk-white rock emerging from the sea. You can either follow their path or walk out to the arch during low tide—just be cautious not to get trapped by the rising water.

One of the most beautiful places I have visited in Europe. This is a must visit during summer vacation. The white chalk mountains are such a beauty whether you look at them from the beach or from the mountain top. It was a worthy trip for us.

Amazing place to visit in the Normandy region.. nature at its best.. even parking a bit far is easier to walk to the main spot. Plenty of restaurants nearby..

4.8

(15970)

5.0

(5977)

Étretat, France

+20 other lists

Fantastic looking bridge, looks scary to cross from a distance, but is fine actually! Some gret views as you cross, better to be a passenger!

It’s nice to pass by even if it’s not on your path once in Normandy 🌉🌁Note: the entrance is paying tho

A nice bridge to use, with a view of the Seine. The toll booths are on the northern side of the bridge, cash payment is about 5.80€, so not unreasonable

A must see, there’s a nice walking route next to the bridge, worth the detour!

Pont de Normandie connects Le Havre on the north with Honfleur at the south. It spans the Seine estuary with the English channel.The bridge is pretty long, in fact there two parts - one over a smaller Seine canal and then over the Seine.As you might expect there's a higher toll (some 5, 6 Euros) to cross, but worth it for the views and saving your time.

Connecting the cities of Honfleur in Calvados and Le Havre in Seine-Maritime, the Normandy Bridge (Pont de Normandie) is a perfect reflection of French civil engineering expertise. With a length of 2,141 metres, it spans the Seine estuary and is one of the largest cable-stayed bridges in the world! Equipped with 184 cables, it consists of access viaducts, two 214-metre-high pylons and an 856-metre-long central span.From the road bridge, which is also accessible to pedestrians and cyclists, there are numerous viewpoints over the estuary, offering a whole range of landscapes and colours depending on the time of day.

Toller Ausblick auf die Seine von dieser beeindruckenden Brücke.Es ist auch Fahrradfahrern möglich auf einer eigenen Spur die Brücke zu überqueren. Was ein Abenteuer ist, denn diese Fahrradspur verläuft unmittelbar neben der Fahrspur der PKW & LKW.(Translated by Google)Great view of the Seine from this impressive bridge.It is also possible for cyclists to cross the bridge in their own lane. Which is an adventure, because this bicycle lane runs right next to the car and truck lane.

Über die Seine fast an der Küste vor Honfleur überspannt eine elegante Brücke den Fluss. In der flachen grünen Landschaft erhebt sie sich und schafft eine schnelle Verbindung.(Translated by Google)An elegant bridge spans the Seine almost on the coast of Honfleur. It rises in the flat green landscape and creates a quick connection.

Construction byBouygues,Campenon Bernard,Dumez,Monberg & Thorsen,Quillery,SogeaandSpie Batignolles[2]began in 1988 and lasted 7 years. The bridge opened on 20 January 1995.

4.4

(1963)

4.0

(2310)

14600 Honfleur, France

24 lists

A charming church in an equally charming town - simply stunning backdrop definitely worth the visit

Une église tout simplement extraordinaire, comme je n'en avais jamais vue !Toute en bois, une myriade de petits détails, aussi surprenante du dedans que du dehors...Et la petite touche de saison: une crèche de Noël impressionnante !(Translated by Google)A simply extraordinary church, like I had never seen before!All in wood, a myriad of small details, as surprising from the inside as from the outside...And the little seasonal touch: an impressive Christmas nativity scene!

Magnifique église truffée d'ornements, avec un mobilier exceptionnel et une structure bois impressionnante.Un lieu qui ravive profondément la foi !(Translated by Google)Magnificent church full of ornaments, with exceptional furniture and an impressive wooden structure.A place that deeply revives faith!

On a recent trip to the picturesque town of Honfleur, I had the privilege of visiting Église Sainte-Catherine, an architectural marvel that proudly holds the title of being the largest wooden church in France. I was immediately captivated by the church's unique charm and historical significance.At Église Sainte-Catherine, one cannot help but appreciate the dedication and preservation efforts that have gone into maintaining this remarkable structure. The atmosphere here is serene and contemplative, providing a sanctuary for quiet reflection and spiritual connection.

Attention, visite à faire absolument ! Un joyau du patrimoine de Honfleur et de la France. Église en bois datant du 15ème siècle et restaurée au 19ème et qui est dédiée à Sainte-Catherine d'Alexandrie. L'extérieur est recouvert de bois de châtaigner. L'intérieur est tout simplement superbe avec ses deux nefs. Le clocher a été séparé de l'église afin d'éviter d'éventuels incendie car ce dernier étant de temps en temps frappé par la foudre. Apparemment, les artisans qui ont construit ce bel ensemble ne semblent pas avoir recouru à la scie. Bref, un must !(Translated by Google)Be careful, a must-do visit! A jewel of the heritage of Honfleur and France. Wooden church dating from the 15th century and restored in the 19th and dedicated to Saint Catherine of Alexandria. The exterior is covered in chestnut wood. The interior is simply superb with its two naves. The bell tower was separated from the church in order to avoid possible fire because the latter was occasionally struck by lightning. Apparently, the craftsmen who built this beautiful set do not seem to have used a saw. In short, a must!

Gorgeous timber church. I was fortunate enough to catch a few young ladies practicing a beautiful song.

I enjoyed visiting one of the few remaining timbered churches in France. Especially loved the bell tower

Beautiful all wood made not metal in construction cathedral with Viking ship making vaulted roof looks like the upside down hule of 2 viking ships. So impressed it has survived from 1500s through the war

Très belle église en plein cœur du vieux Honfleur. Belle architecture de l’intérieur et de l’extérieur. Elle a la particularité d’être construite essentiellement en bois.Accueil un peu froid malheureusement.Je recommande chaleureusement de visiter cet édifice.(Translated by Google)Very beautiful church in the heart of old Honfleur. Beautiful architecture inside and out. It has the particularity of being built mainly of wood.Reception a little cold unfortunately.I wholeheartedly recommend visiting this building.

4.6

(4014)

4.5

(3111)

Pl. Sainte-Catherine, 14600 Honfleur, France

+41 other lists

Nice old little harbour with cute french fish restaurants. Check your tripadvisor first though... Some are great but some are horrible eg: la cabane du pêcheur 🤢

Among the most beautiful ports of the region, surrounded by French-dining experience, stone pavements and slate-covered buildings.

This is a city from Sec XI which remains in the 11th century in terms of acessibility. It was really good if the responsible for the town mantenaince/repair to think about the people with reduced mobility because they can't visit or even get close to the city streets, so difficult, even hard it is even with all the help of my friends. Don't come close... Disappointed !!!! So disappointed.... AVOID if you use a wheelchair! AVOID if you use a scooter! REDUCED MOBILITY AVOID!!!!

Postcard beautiful, lots of restaurants. Great place for painting and photography.

Eine traumhafte Kulisse in einer traumhaften Stadt. Hier ist es nicht nur bei Sonnenschein romantisch, das Flair lädt bei jedem Wetter zum Verweilen ein. Man möchte einfach bleiben und geniessen. Restaurants und Cafe's gibt es genug, um dies auch zu tun. Der Puls der Stadt ist einmalig.(Translated by Google)A wonderful setting in a wonderful city. It's not just romantic here when the sun is shining, the atmosphere invites you to linger in any weather. You just want to stay and enjoy. There are enough restaurants and cafes to do this too. The pulse of the city is unique.

charming!

Nice

Ein traumhafter Ort für eine Reise in die Vergangenheit. Man hat wirklich das Gefühl, hier sei die Zeit stehengeblieben. Viele Restaurants und kleine Lädchen laden zum Verweilen ein. Im Juli allerdings seeehr voll.(Translated by Google)A fantastic place for a journey into the past. You really get the feeling that time has stood still here. Many restaurants and small shops invite you to linger. In July, however, it is very crowded.

Beautifuuuul

4.6

(112)

4.5

(3817)

14600 Honfleur, France

2 lists

Zoo magnifique. Les enclos sont spacieux, ce qui laissent aux animaux la possibilité de se mettre en tranquillité ou à l'abri. Néanmoins, les animaux sont très visibles. Les nourrissages sont interactifs et gratuits (payants dans certains zoos...). Il faut une journée complète pour profiter du parc et visiter tranquillement tous les enclos.(Translated by Google)Magnificent zoo. The enclosures are spacious, which gives the animals the opportunity to be in peace or shelter. However, the animals are very visible. The feedings are interactive and free (paying in certain zoos...). You need a full day to enjoy the park and leisurely visit all the enclosures.

Fantastic Zoo. Penalty to see and do. It is great how close you can get to the animal. Would definitely recommend a visit

Absolutely fantastic place. We spent all day here with 2 young kids. Under 3's are free and adults are only 23 euros each. There's 2 different routes with lots to see on each and you get much closer to the animals than any other zoo I've been to. The red route is definitely easier to navigate than the yellow one. There's also a train which takes you round different parts of the park you don't see while walking which is included in the price . If you're in the area then definitely make the trip you won't be disappointed.

If you are in the area or even passing by, this zoo is well worth the visit. The price of the ticket is relatively cheap for all the extras on offer - train rides, feeding animals and a petting area for the kids. We were lucky enough to have had the chance to hand feed the giraffes which in some zoo’s can cost hundreds. An amazing place and look forward to visiting again next year.

A nice open zoo with large area’s for the animals. The red path is a bit more difficult and steep to walk with a stroller but certainly doable. The safari train is loud and only shows a few animals there not visible from the path.The burgers with fries I wouldn’t recommend, the fries were flat and the bun a bit soggy.

The best zoo I have been so far. It is huge, you can spend an entire day here without getting bored. It’s also surrounded by the nature, not like those in the city, so it brings more atmosphere to the zoo. You can find any animal here and get close contact with them. The entry price is worth it, for all of the fun it can give you here!

Great experience at Cerza zoo. We never though it was possible to make a safari in NormandieVery positively surprised: a lot of animals in a very large park. A lot to see, the little train is always appreciated by the kids and everything is clean and well organized.Recommended!

Ein sehr schöner Zoo. Besonders die Gehege sind groß und abwechslungsreich abgelegt. Es gibt einen Safari-Zug, welcher teilweise durch die Gehege fährt. Wir waren sehr begeistert und haben den Rundgang durch den Zoo und die Landschaft genossen. Der Eintrittspreis ist sehr hoch, allerdings bekommt man dafür auch etwas geboten und somit aus meiner Sicht gerechtfertigt. Einzig die Verpflegung war nicht so gut. Wir haben kalte Fritten bekommen. Dennoch 5 Sterne, da der Rest fantastisch war.(Translated by Google)A very nice zoo. The enclosures in particular are large and varied. There is a safari train that partially travels through the enclosures. We were very enthusiastic and enjoyed the tour of the zoo and the landscape. The entry price is very high, but you get something in return and therefore justified in my opinion. Only the food wasn't that good. We got cold fries. Still 5 stars because the rest was fantastic.

Incredible safari park! It's beautiful to see how well the animals are doing. No apathetic behaviour, just animals living in semi freedom. All other zoo's should look at this one to see how they should build their park and care for the animals. There was one big irritation factor, wasps everywhere. Really annoying. But that is not something you can control in summer in France.

4.6

(13326)

4.5

(1372)

D143, 14100 Hermival-les-Vaux, France

2 lists

Overall great hotel. Spa was disappointing as I had face massage with a guy who smelled like cigarettes...some of the staff, even in reception speak very little English, so I assume it's mainly French. .Dinner menu been the same the whole week which was a suprise...it will be nice to add variety.Room cleaning and room service excellent.

Very nice place to stay. Many amenities. Very helpful staff and friendly. It helped that they spoke enough English to make the stay smooth. The only complaint would be the small rooms. They are smaller than we are used to here in the United States but very manageable. Most of the time was spent outside of the room. Indoor & outdoor pools along with other spa amenities. Located on the beach. Within walking distance of many places to eat & shop & sight see. Offer bicycle rentals for further excursions.

Very nice an d new facilities, the hotel was built in 2013, they have recently added an extension. We had the "garden view" and use the junior suite for the 4 of us.The rooms are okay just enough space for 4 humans. But the bathroom is really good with a shower and a bathtub big enough to 3."le poisson d argent" restaurant of the hotel as a nice sophisticated menu even if the service was very long.The cocktails at the bar are awesome.The whole personnel is nice and friendly.

Great location, endless succession of beaches.... And gigantic tides.Very nice rooms, 5 stars. They are all great, full of amenities, Ocean front or side view or garden view, all nice. Excellent bed and bedding.Very good food, quite expensive.2 bad notes.... Can be pretty crowded depending when you are visiting.But the worst of all, the Smokers, too many every where. You cannot have a drink on the terrasse without the smell of a burning. cigarette, same at the ourside pool.À place as this one devoted to heath and wellness needs to be 100%smockfree, inside and outside.I give 4 stars

In front of the beach, super comfortable areas. For a relaxed weekend from Paris. However if you are looking for a pintoresque or historical place, or a location with some vintage aura, this is not your place: modern and business style

Great hotel with an amazing pool. Staff is very helpful, feet away from the beach and plenty to do within walking distance. Parking is abundant at this hotel.

A very nice hotel. The prices are a bit high, but the rest are great. The massage offers are particularly unique.

4.4

(2253)

4.5

(806)

44 Av. Charles de Gaulle, 14390 Cabourg, France

4 lists

Absolutely amazing! Was not on our itinerary but as we were in the neighborhood, we stopped and I am very thankful we did. Tremendous exhibit cleverly presented. Educational and inspiring. Every effort to bring the past alive has been made.

A wonderful museum like experience in this historically significant castle. It is very well preserved and it has been turned into an interactive walkthrough with the use of projections and tablets. However, the only thing that takes me out of it is the furniture they have placed in it looks like it belongs in a kids play about royalty. It would be better without the furniture in my opinion. The castle is stunning on its own.

A very interesting site. Medieval, WW2 and modern structures combine to create a place well worth visiting.The "Ghosts" telling the stories of past inhabitants were entertaining. Lots of over-acting but good fun.The interior is fascinating and nicely restored.Well worth a visit.

Birthplace of William the Conquerer, the castle offers commanding views of the surrounding area (unsurprisingly). After major refurbishment, the museum housed in the keeps offers much to see. You can use the digital pad to view how it looked, which would be ideal to keep young ones engaged. Plenty of steps in the keep mind you, as one would expect. You can visit the courtyard (inner walls) without a ticket.

Good for a quick visit. Large free car park and free entry to the castle grounds. Visitor centre has a charge but you get a real feeling of how life was when the castle was occupied. Short video presentation at entrance to castle showing how it developed over time. The town of Falaise is worth a stroll around.

Giant castle, remarkably well preserved and with no shortage of interesting exhibits to keep everyone busy. Even a rushed tour would take an hour, but ideally you’d want to spend 2-3 hours here. Great views of Falaise also from the castle towers!

Best castle I've ever been to!!The castle looks incredible, it's in really good condition and is in an imposing location. The display boards and interactive tour using augmented reality via tablets (which including a little treasure hunt) were absolutely brilliant, an engaging way to learn the history of the castle. I hope other castles can follow a similar approach.I cannot recommend this castle enough it's a must visit!

Chateau Guillaume-le-Conquérant offers a charming escape into history. The medieval architecture and picturesque surroundings create a captivating atmosphere. The rooms are tastefully decorated, providing both comfort and a sense of the past. The friendly staff adds a welcoming touch to the experience. Whether exploring the grounds or enjoying the unique ambiance, the chateau offers a delightful stay for those seeking a blend of history and hospitality.

This is an experience unlike in almost any other castle, and I've visited many. You get a tablet which, after scanning markers around the place, uses extended reality to show you how the surroundings looked like almost a thousand years ago. You can turn and move around with it, and it tracks your movements like in a VR computer game. The app is very well done with a lot of extra content, hidden things to find, and easter eggs. With this and all the displays, movies, and information tYou get a good feeling of how the place changed over the centuries. Of course, you get the history of William the Conquerer, who was born and raised there, and a lot more. Available at least in French and English. It's definitely worth a visit. Kids really enjoy the multimedia content as well. Helpful staff, plenty of free parking outside of the castle (also for campervans). Recommended.

4.5

(4862)

4.5

(911)

Pl. Guillaume le Conquérant, 14700 Falaise, France

+63 other lists

It was very moving. I traveled with the Viking Explorers. I am really happy that we traveled all the way from Florida to see this museum. I truly believe everyone needs to come and visit and learn about the greatest generation that ever lived.

Prepare yourself for this museum- maybe take a few deep breaths when you arrive in the parking lot. While the building is very plain & basic, the emotions elicited by this museum are anything but... In the span of 4 hours, which was hardly enough time, I went from confusion to disappointment, horror to despair, and finally relief to hope. In this building the lessons of WW2 never end and this should impact us all. While leaving, I walked behind a hobbling 90 year old man when a teenage boy skipped by him with such a light heart. Who learned what lesson? For me, my heart was picked clean until all that was left was bone. I was lucky to stand in the sun with a breeze on my face.

We had a tour of the museum and of the DDAY beaches conducted by Lena from the museum who was exceptional, her know was superb, her English faultless but her knowledge was better than excellent. We can thoroughly recommend Lena.

This was a fantastic experience and a very well-done museum. They have at least four different areas of the museum. The first was World War II, the second was outside where there is a German bunker under the museum, the third is a movie theater with a good film, and the fourth was the American life of soldiers in the 1930s, it was all very moving and educational and I’m glad I visited.

Great museum with a couple of different aspects. WW2 museum with a German bunker complex and various commemorative gardens to the alliesOnly criticism is I thought it was expensive for what it was. Would have preferred more access to the bunker but that's a minor criticism.Something for everyone and lots to absorb.A small part in my 9 day DDay 80th anniversary visit

I liked this museum for it’s explanation about the whole D-day operation and some in depth stories about the way of living in France during the war.But, I missed a lot of props and machinery. The museum is very big but only one tank, one airplaine and one jeep are shown. I would have expected lots more equipment like the WWII museum in Limburg, The Netherlands which is filled with gigantic machinery. A bit disappointing though.Must do: buy tickets in advance, we were there in August, very crowded. You get time frames to enter.Buy tickets at the original website, other ones are more expensive.

This is a very large Museum that spans all of World War II through to the fall of the Berlin wall. If you want to see everything plan on spending at least half a day here. Everything is extremely well done and they really use a lot of multimedia on top of written text.

4.6

(20360)

4.5

(4942)

Esp. Général Eisenhower, 14050 Caen, France

11 lists

Fantastic medieval castle - the largest in Europe. I've been here multiple times and it's always a treat but they are working hard currently to add interactive attractions which will make the experience all the more informative and educational. Totally worth a visit.

Amazing! Over 1,000 years of history. A village within a castle. So much of it in ruins, but restoration well underway.

We were on the way back to paris, visiting this place accidentally.It is a beautiful city and a beautiful surprise trip.

Absolutely wonderful experience!!! From the moment we walked in, we were made to feel very welcome! My friends and I don’t speak French, but the audio guides were fantastic and we learned so much interesting history about the castle!I wish I had asked for the name of the gentleman who welcomed us- he was friendly and very funny! This is absolutely a place I would recommend to anyone visiting the area!

Very delightful local hang out which provided excellent and quick service. The crepes were both amazing and we'll definitely return when we're in the area. Wonderfully friendly staff and it's always refreshing to be greeted with a smile 😃High recommend that you try their scallops or foie gras!

The complexity of this castle is amazing. Exhibits provide an understanding of what life must have been like.

Excellent castle. Perfect for kids.The audio tour might be a little better for kids than adults, but gorgeous for pictures

It’s a great castle to visit and learn lots from. The entrance fees are attached to my review, check it out (up to April 2024). There was a bit of a queue during the afternoon shift. Consider going earlier or get the tickets in advance. They have brochures in different languages so don’t be afraid to request one. The audio guides are available in different languages too. There was a tour included (in French only). You can take up to 2 hours going around the castle and the towers. I highly recommend visiting if you’re close by. The place is also located in a commercial area so there are restaurants and bars just in front. Plan ahead and enjoy the castle!

Nice medieval castle in Fougères, Brittany, France.Easy to visit, parking near the castle (6 eur for entire day). Good explinations in French, English, Spanish and Italian. Audioguides included in the entrance price.Castle itself not entirely possible to visit with wheelchair.

4.6

(10739)

4.5

(1239)

Pl. Pierre Symon, 35300 Fougères, France

This is a must see! Tickets should be bought in advance to enter into the Abbey part of the fortress.Even if you didn’t get tickets to go inside the Abbey, you can walk the entire perimeter of the wall and around the grounds.There are lots of shops and restaurants on the grounds as well. Crepes, coffee, and lots of souvenirs.This is well worth the trek out to see it!

Stairs. Steps. Stunning Beauty. This is one of those locations that’s a must see, bucket, list item. We had the fortune of being able to stay on the island overnight, which is recommended if you can make it. So much to see and say about the area. Yes, the main drag is a gauntlet of various shop, selling candies and toys and knickknacks. No, the restaurants are not the greatest of cuisine, but the food is passable. The star, however, is the Abbey and surrounding buildings.Hard to put towards how beautiful this is. The architecture and the various rooms you see tour or each unique and are breathtaking. By my account it took 650 steps from the bottom of the town to get to the very highest point of the Abbey. There are a couple of roots depending on whether you like stairs or rather take slanted ramps. Either way find your way up there. If you can buy tickets in advance, I would recommend it. Would also recommend being there first thing in the morning nine 930, or later in the evening, to avoid the true crush of crowds, this site not to be missed and something unique on the entire planet

Awesome experience! Took a tour here and it was worth the time. Guide took us up a side entrance of stairs so we avoided the crowd. Still had lots of steps. I appreciated the visit more having a guide to explain everything I was seeing. On the way down, we went the main way to shop and eat as desired. Spent over 4 hours here. Use of shuttle instead of walking it was nice. Less crowded earlier in the day.

This place is magical. No words can describe its beauty. It's definitely worth staying overnight at the hotel to experience the street without anyone on the street. I understand now why it was so hard for the soldiers to attack this fortress. The mud are slippery and sink you in when walking. It's definitely fun to waddle through it but be careful not to get stuck in too deep.

The abbey was lovely and spacious, I went with a group in April, I loved the abbey but the town in itself was busy, packed and very touristy, our guide said it's worse in summer, it's a nice place, beautiful architecture but the town isn't my cup of tea, though it is expected as it's a tourist attraction. Be prepared for a long day of walking up and down stairs 😂, it's views are very rewarding though.

Mont Saint-Michel is absolutely breathtaking and a must-see destination. The walk to the cathedral is worth every step, offering stunning views and a sense of awe as you approach this historic marvel. However, I would recommend skipping the prisons as they weren't worth the time or the extra cost. The transport to and from Mont Saint-Michel is very well-organised, making the journey smooth and stress-free. If you can, I highly suggest walking down to fully absorb the beauty and then taking the bus back for a convenient return.

It is a lovely and magical place as from fairytale. Especially if you love medieval period! It is for all ages. We walked around and booked the guided tour and enjoyed. I would recommend coming during the working daysThere are restaurants inside the monastery but they are pricy and full so it is good to bring your own food and make a piknik on a grass with a great view to the castle.

It was really a beautiful experience. One of, if not the, most unique place in the world! I recommend it deeply to anyone to visit. The nice medieval town is well taken care of and is magnificent to visit.

Visited June 2024A stunning island off of the north Normandy coastline. An historic city that creates the perfect backdrop to any picture.There are shuttle buses from the public parking areas to the city - the buses are free but the parking is charged incrementally. Inside the city the Abbey (The only thing visible when viewing the island from a distance) sits majestically above everything else. I definitely saw where Hogwarts took its inspiration from - possibly.There are plenty of gift shops and restaurants accompanied by great views across the bay.A superb day or just a morning out.

4.6

(110843)

4.5

(14883)

L'Abbaye, 50170 Le Mont-Saint-Michel, France

Magnificent views!

Mont Saint Michel Amazing place. Like magical 😇 but it's not suitable for handicap 🧑‍🦽 because there is no access to get to the top hill side without lift service. It's really difficult.

(Translated by Google) Is worth a visit (many visitors during the holiday period)(Original)Ist ein Besuch wert ( sehr viele Besucher in der Urlaubs Zeit)

The whole place is an absolute surreal beauty! Its really a magical place. Wait for the tide change, if possible.

I have to say my experience at these Toilets was very appalling. My reason being that the Lady running it charged 2 Euros for me to excrete my bodily fluids. Anyways there was another Woman working there who looked like she was at the lowest point in her life even lower than the Mariana Trench (for those who have been living under a rock the Mariana Trench is the deepest underwater trench in the world). Anyways, back to the story, as I entered the sanctuary of the Mont Saint Michael bathrooms a very pungent smell came about my nostrils. To my disgust I found large splats of diarrhoea smelted across the walls (my best assumption was the Charging lady from the start as her face looked as red as my little boys cherries). Anyways, my experience at the Toilets was not only pungent and disgusting it was filling me with gratitude to the fact that back in the Brexit geezer land of the UK we have access to free toilets. - infinity/10. NO BOSH

Beautiful place I’ve ever seen in my life!

Beautiful place but very, very busy.

Amazing place

lots of food shops inside the castle grounds souvenirs also their is a bus from the car park that will bring you to the castle for free anyone can you that service

4.7

(81)

4.5

(2053)

Corps de Garde des Bourgeo, 50170 Le Mont-Saint-Michel, France

10 lists

Brilliant place to visit, very interesting to see his home and some of his work exhibited and the story behind the Dior name. Another added bonus are the beautiful gardens which you can visit without having to pay or without having to enter the house.

Beautiful gardens and the museum is interesting. In addition to the artifacts about Christian Dior and his designs, you get a sense of what the house was like to live in.

We enjoyed our walk around the gardens and especially the walk down to the beach (many stairs!) These things are free. The museum (which costs 10 euros at the time of this review) is well done and you can spend as little as 30 minutes and see most everything. If you enjoy fashion and haute couture it's worth a visit. We were able to park on the street (free) very close to the museum at 10am on a weekday.

"Les Rhumbs"Christian Dior's childhood home stands on the cliff facing the Channel Islands in Granville, Normandy, not far from Mont St Michel.Villa Les Rhumbs was built by the shipowner Beust in the late nineteenth century and was named after the old marine term "Rhumb", designating a wind rose divided into 32 rhumbs, a symbol which appears as a mosaic floor ornament in one of the house's entrances.Christian Dior's parents bought this grand house with its winter garden located in a park in 1905.Christian Dior was particularly fond of this place. He wrote in his autobiography "Christian Dior et moi": "I have most tender and amazed memories... of my childhood home. I would even say that my life and my style owe almost everything to its site and architecture."In 1932, shortly after Christian Dior's mother Madeleine had died, the father, who was an industrial, got ruined by the crisis and the property had to be sold. The villa was purchased by the town of Granville and the garden was open to the public from 1938.In 1997, the villa became the "Christian Dior Museum," unique "Musée de France" labeled museum dedicated to a couturier

Beautiful atmospheric gardens! Shame we could no longer take the dogs! So didn’t have time to go around house! Husband had to stay with dogs! Hope to go back though!!

Very beautiful museum. Nice to see a lot of vintage designs by Dior. Good atmosphere and surroundings. Take the walking path from the centre of Granville to the beach and climb the stairs at the end near the house of Christian Dior for the best experience.

À absolute favorite destination to take our over seas guests. The stunning 1909s English style garden ate free to visit. A new exhibition each year curated by the The Dior Foundation. Book ticket to annual exhibition online and book the rose garden Salon de Thé for lunch or afternoon tea.

An absolute must.Such a calm and tranquil museum.Loved the gardens and house, had a wonderful feel about it !I absolutely adore Christian Dior so I was delighted. Very friendly staff too

Went here during the Dior en Roses exhibition and absolutely loved it, both the garden and the house is beautiful and the exhibition had lots of interesting fashion pieces from Dior

Nice place to visit if you are in Granville. I have no interest in the subject matter at all, however the gardens were a pleasant place to stroll around. Was nice to learn about the inspirations for Diors work, even if I can't tell a Dior dress from a pink Adidas shell suit 😜

Beautiful gardens with spectacular views surround this 19th century home, where Christian Dior spent the first 6 years of his life. The gardens are freely accessible, and the museum is free for kids under 12. It’s a lovely place for the whole family. Make sure to take the stairs to the beach, for a peaceful and relaxing moment that is priceless. The museum store is a must for those looking for unique gifts.

Fantastic grounds and house - the garden is free fyi

A complete gem of a museum, petite Dior shop, new exhibition annually, sublime gardens, a lovey outdoor Salon de Thé, we recommend you make reservations for both online prior to arrival. Tucked out if the way and a destination that drive only. Entry to wander the gardens is free. Not to be missed for lovers of French Fashion and exquisite gardens.

Beautiful gardens with spectacular views surround this 19th century home, where Christian Dior spent the first 6 years of his life. The gardens are freely accessible, and the museum is free for kids under 12. It’s a lovely place for the whole family. Make sure to take the stairs to the beach, for a peaceful and relaxing moment that is priceless. The museum store is a must for those looking for unique gifts.

Lovely free gardens and classy cafe.Museum itself a bit overpriced for what it is.

We were in a rush and could not wait at the queue so we just walked around the gardens. It is a great place to visit and maybe next time we'll get in the museum itself.

If you admire Dior and the House of Dior Haute Couture (primarily in the '40s to '60s golden period, then you can't but love this homage to the great man...lovely venue and gardens with delightful Al fresco dining. (My little watercolour of the Granville Coast from Dior's Rose Garden...)

4.4

(5200)

4.0

(1136)

1 Rue d'Estouteville, 50400 Granville, France

+41 other lists

Really loved coming here. Nice little harbour with some restaurants and shops etc. You could walk up to the castle with stunning views along the way and even spotted little lizards in the wall in the sun.Everything was great until we got in to the castle and are required to pay £18.95 each to go any further of which we thought was a bit steep which would have been the best part of £40 for the 2 of us. So we continued around the grounds and back down to the harbour which we didn't mind but would have been great to go through the castle.

Be careful to have a good amount of time and agility. This castle is excellent but can be difficult to cover. Steep stairs and battlements. Winding corridor. Little seems to be on the same level . Fascinating history and views over the bay. Guided tours and birds of prey. Reasonable prices in the cafe too. Brilliant. Recommended.

Such a fascinating place! Great spot to visit, although only for the able bodied tourists. After Lots of steps and stairs to climb you are rewarded with incredible views and rich history of the place, told via informational boards. On top of that, you will find some artwork throughout the castle, inspired by the classic medieval pieces and real history as well.

Unfortunately, we showed up just as they were closing the castle at 1610. We misread the hours online.Hours: 10-1600 (open till 1730 Fridays only)It was still a nice walk up and view of the beach from outside the castle.

Enjoyed a great few hours here. Recommend the tour to get a good overview, but there are signs everywhere explaining as well. A lot of history jam packed into one place. Nice Cafe as well for your sweet or savoury needs.

Lovely old castle in great original condition with lots of things to see. If possible check when the tours are before visiting because they are very good and worth catching. The tours with characters like Sir Walter Raleigh are very good too who appears on certain days.

Very impressive castle with a labyrinth of rooms and passages. It's quite a climb up to the very top - you need to be reasonably fit. Toilets and cafe are available.

4.6

(3436)

4.5

(1840)

Castle Green, Gorey, Jersey JE3 6ET, Jersey

1 list

4.5

(2281)

35260 Cancale, France