Whole Earth Guide
The Basse-Normandie (Lower Normandy) region of northern France consists of the Departments of Calvados, Manche and Orne making this quite a compact area to explore.
The whole area just oozes history ranging from the Bayeux tapestry to the D-Day Normandy landing beaches. All this is set in charming towns and villages filled with the characteristic half-timbered buildings of the region.
It's a very touristy region and so you'll be spoilt for choice in terms of your accommodation amongst the many rural gites (self-catering/vacation rental) properties and B&Bs.
Amongst the collection of Les Plus Beaux Villages in this region are Barfleur, Beauvron-en-Auge and St Céneri le Gérei.
Although the region is popular it's not particularly well served by airports and your best bet is probably one of the Parisian airports such as Charles de Gaulle (CDG) or Orly (ORY).
Ferries are plentiful in and near the region arriving to Cherbourg within the region but Calais isn't far away.
The rail network is extensive and very practical given the compact nature of the region. You can get the Eurostar from London to Lille and change there.
A selection from Manche...
Like to stay in a property in this area? Why not try one of these propertiesWorld Heritage Listed Benedictine Monestary - Mont St Michel
Firstly before visiting this landmark there is a warning that must be heeded: It is NOT advised to try to approach the Mont any other way than the causeway, unless with an experienced guide, people have been cut off and even drowned due to rising tides.
Upon a rocky outcrop standing prominently a...more
The D-Day landing beaches of Normandy, France
The D-Day landing beaches in Normandy are a major pilgramage site for many people these days.
Perhaps surprisingly, a number of the constructions of the second world war period are still in existence at various points along the coastline, most notably the Mulbery Harbour at Aramanche although the...more
Bayeux - the tapestry and the town
Bayeux is most famous for the tapestry which depicts the conquest of England by the Normans way back in 1066.
One thing that will strike you right away is that the tapesty is enormous, snaking right along the wall of the building in which it's displayed. It's also surprisingly well preserved as y...more
Our selection in Holiday Planning : How should you take your holiday money? Cash?
I find that very few people give any thought to how they should take their money when they go on holiday beyond saying they’d like $200 or whatever to the travel agent and thereby getting ripped off. So, to help you decide, here’s a little guide:The first thing to do is to check what currency is...more
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