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The Alabaster coast  (Seine Maritime)

Spectacular chalky white cliffs stretching from Le Havre to Dieppe.
Nestled beneath the majestic white cliffs and fertile hills, discover the fashionable seaside resort of Dieppe, stroll through Varangeville and Pourville. Journey along the coast to reach Saint Valery-en Caux, first ever ducal city, and down to the fishing town of Fecamp where you can visit the Benedictine distillery. Further down, discover the cliffs of Etretat, sculpted by the sea to form the famous arches and pinnacles and the fishing town itself with its restaurants and balneal villas.

Virtual tours of Le Havre and Etretat.

The Flowered coast (Calvados)

From the picturesque fishing village of Honfleur, with its narrow streets lined with timber framed houses, to Cabourg and its Grand Hôtel, Deauville and its famous boardwalk or Trouville and its bustling harbour, this 25-mile stretch of Normandy's coastline is characterised by the historical seaside resorts with golden sandy beaches and magnificent seafront villas, serving as a reminder of high society life during the Second Empire.

Virtual tours of Deauville and Honfleur. 

The Landing beaches - The Mother of Pearl coast (Calvados)

From the ferry port of Ouistreham to the artificial harbour of Arromanches built by the Allies on DDay, the Mother-of-Pearl Coast‘s familiar names are Juno, Gold and Sword. The sandy beaches uncover at low tide and you will find many resorts with yacht marinas,  thalassotherapy, sailing clubs and other water sports such as windsurfing and waterskiing.

Virtual tours of the D-Day sites.

The Cotentin  (Manche)

From Utah Beach to Barneville Carteret, discover a protected natural environment of sandy beaches and maritime wetlands with extensive wildlife. Start with the flourishing fishing port of Barfleur right up to Saint-Vaast-La-Hougue and Tatihou Island. This small
island is accessible by boat or on foot at low tide and is a wild bird reserve. Cherbourg on the north coast is the largest town of the peninsula and a major historical port. The Western Coast of the peninsula, known as the Coast of Islands, offers spectacular views,
stunning beaches and dunes right down to Barneville Carteret.

Virtual tours of the Cotentin.

The Mont Saint Michel Bay  (Manche)

The Mont Saint Michel and its bay were added to the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites in 1979. This unique site perched on a rocky islet in the midst of vast sandbanks is exposed to powerful tides. From Coutances to the Mont Saint Michel you will find a preserved coast with extensive beaches and marshlands where the diversity of wildlife, such as seals, fish and birds makes it ideal for nature lovers.

Virtual tours of the Mont Saint Michel.