TOURISM AND ACTIVITIES

Viaduct de Souleuvre
Norman landscape from the Viaduct de Souleuvre. The viaduct stands amidst intense green vegetation, surrounded by groves and copses. Today, the site is celebrated for its bungy-jumping centre. You can jump from the viaduct de Souleuvre and also take part in other activities: ULM, CROSS COUNTRY KART, CANOEING, HORSE RIDING.

Mont Saint-Michel
This rocky island is exposed to violent winds coming from the ocean. This dungeon overlooking five leagues in every direction has resisted time magnificently. The rock is blessed with the name of the archangel.
Who has never heard of the Mont Saint-Michel? And yet surprise is on every face the first time its attractive shape is spotted in the distance set amid the sands, like a jewel in a velvet box.
An unforgettable visit full of surprises awaits you...

Suisse Normande
A region to the south of Normandy, Suisse Normande (which is nothing like Switzerland) has been shaped by the River Orne that has deepened the ancient crevices of the Armorican rocks. Delightful meandering creeks will introduce you to the curves of Norman groves and copses. A green and peaceful ramble awaits! Lots of fresh air and the delights of Norman cuisine!

Caen Memorial
The tour starts with explanations about the period from 1918 to 1939, introducing the political situation of the period. The creation of the SDN, the roaring 20s, the economic crises and the arrival of Mussolini and Hitler to power. The memorial's organisation is highly symbolic.
Then the tour moves on to France between 1940-1945, with "Drôle de guerre", the Vichy government, life under occupation and the French resistance and collaboration. One room focuses on deportation and genocide of the different populations at the hands of the Nazis.
The third area evokes the notion of global war, with the United States and the USSR joining the fight.
The final area is dedicated to the 1944 landings on 6th June and the Battle of Normandy with two audiovisual documents.
A memorial dedicated to peace and its fragile nature throughout the world.

To visit - nearby:
- Many chateaux, abbeys, parks and gardens throughout Manche and Calvados.
- Bayeux Cathedral. The town of Bayeux has a historical centre which has retained its medieval structure. Entirely spared by the allied bombings of 1944, it displays exceptional architectural heritage. Solemnly consecrated in 14th July 1077 in the presence of William Duke of Normandy and King of England, the cathedral was enlarged and embellished many times from the 13th to 15th century.
- Queen Mathilda's tapestry in Bayeux.
For nearly 1,000 years, this immense wool embroidery has told the tale over the centuries of William, Duke of Normandy's conquest of England. Like a comic strip, it transports the visitor to medieval times of Viking boats and Norman cavaliers.
- Landing beaches from Sainte-mère Eglise to Ouistreham: Utah Beach, Omaha Beach, Gold Beach, Juno Beach, Sword Beach.
- the Souterroscope - the Whale Museum at Luc-sur-mer - the Lace Conservatoire - The Bell Foundry (copper and bronze at Villedieu-les-poêles) - many museums dedicated to the landings of June 1944- City of the Sea in Cherbourg - Robot Museum - Miniature Furniture Museum - Noron Pottery.

 

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