There is just so much to do, whatever your taste and whatever type of holiday you're looking for.
Whether you're looking to discover the history of the region or are a young family looking to have fun-filled days with the children, everything is catered for nearby.
Try a day trip to the 'Iles de Chausey' just half an hour off the coast of Granville.
Take a picnic and walk around the main island. Enjoy the beaches and discover Chausey's famous former inhabitant.
At low tide there are in fact over 350 small islands that make up Europes largest archipelago.
For the History:
The landing Beaches, the museums, The Bayeux Tapestry, Le Mont St Michel, Les Iles de Chausey.
For the Kids:
Champrepus Zoo,- fabulous zoo - highly recommended, with great play area for the kids (three bouncy castles, ball pool and excellent climbing frame. Set in beautifully kept grounds.
'Cite de la mer'' - A excellent days outing. Exhibition over several floors about all aspects of the sea, visit a French submarine and new attraction 'walk under the sea'
For the adventurous:
Bungee jumping, Jump from a viaduct designed by Gustaff Eiffe!. www.ajhackett.fr
Water activities, hiking, Golf
For everyone:
The Bell Foundary (La Fonderie des cloches) Villedie-Les-Poeles www.cornille-havard.com
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Enjoy discovering the history of the world famous 'Bayeux Tapestry'. It is over 230 feet long and depicts the events surrounding the battle of Hastings in 1066, during the Norman invasion of England by William the Conquerer.
The Manche tourisme website (in English) covers everything that you could want to do and has all the information you need regarding prices and opening hours to help you organise your holiday.
We have of course up-to-date tourist information available in the gite.
Normandy is famous for its food and drink. Brie, Camembert and Pont L'eveque are all produced locally. In addition local cider is readily available, as is 'Calvados' the world famous apple brandy of the region.
Being a coastal region, the sea-food is excellent as well. 'Moules-frites' are often featured on restaurant menus.
These photos show just a little of the beautiful architecture to be see on 'Le Mont St Michel'
