The Normandy region is very rich with castles, manors, villas and fortresses. Some 1700 are recorded in the national historical database, but many are just ruins.
Built: 950Status: RuinsVisitable?: YesNotable: –Web: – In the city of Avranches, located very close to the Mont Saint-Michel, are the ruins of a fortress and its associated dungeon. The fortress itself was built around the year 950, while the dungeon was built in the 11th century. Most of the walls are still intact, but parts …
Built: 1599 centuryStatus: PrivateVisitable?: YesNotable: WWII German V1 Launch padsWeb: – The Filieres Castle, to be found close to the Gommerville village (in Upper Normandy), is very interesting to see. Built in 1599 the Henri IV style castle itself is quite big and the gardens are equally interesting (and not just for the plants and …
The castle of Cany-Barville in Normandy is beautiful. It used to be part of the international horse & buggy races championship.
The Manoir de Retival is not only an excellent restaurant with a great view, but its also quite unique. Situated in an old manor, it serves only ONE table. Worth the trip and the money.
The castle/fortress of Caen is one of the biggest in Europe. Made by William the Conqueror in the 11th century, it still stands big and proud after centuries of attacks.
A visit of the castle/fortress of Dieppe, a very old but functional castle which can be seen for free, but also has an ivory and painting museum inside.
The Mont St. Michel is France’s second most visited monument, second only after the Eiffel Tower in Paris. With over 3 million visitors each year, it is no wonder United Nation’s UNESCO put it on their World Heritage Sites. And there are several good reasons for this. Mont St. Michel has not been changed over …
The benedictine liqueur is famous all over the world, and it’s made here in Fecamp in this incredible palace, which is also a museum.
