Top 10 Nature & Parks in Normandy, France

January 26, 2022 Jana Sager

Normandy (/ˈnɔːrməndi/; French: Normandie, pronounced [nɔʁmɑ̃di] ( listen), Norman: Normaundie, from Old French Normanz, plural of Normant, originally from the word for "northman" in several Scandinavian languages) is one of the 18 regions of France, roughly corresponding to the historical Duchy of Normandy.
Restaurants in Normandy

1. Falaises d'Etretat

76790 Etretat France +33 2 35 27 05 21 http://etretat.net/office-de-tourisme-etretat/modules/content/content.php?page=naturelle-etretat
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5.0 based on 5,674 reviews

Falaises d'Etretat

Reviewed By ParisianZee - Magor, United Kingdom

Definitely worth checking out. The walk up the cliffs is invigorating and the view on the Atlantic and the little town of Etretat down below is beautiful.

2. Omaha Beach

Avenue de la Liberation, Saint-Laurent-sur-Mer France +33 2 31 21 97 44 http://www.musee-memorial-omaha.com
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4.5 based on 2,182 reviews

Omaha Beach

This historic beach was the primary point of landing on June 6, 1944, for the entry of American forces into World War II and saw some of the most intense fighting in the entire war.

Reviewed By PoppyE103 - Brighton, United Kingdom

I am so happy I took time from our holiday to visit Omaha Beach, its so much more stunning and impressive in person, the sea views are stunning, the cliffs, the nearby quaint town, the art and sculptures, this is one special and unique place in the earth I would suggest all take time to visit.

3. Fondation Claude Monet

84 Rue Claude Monet, 27620 Giverny France +33 2 32 51 28 21 [email protected] https://fondation-monet.com/en/
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4.5 based on 7,893 reviews

Fondation Claude Monet

These beautiful gardens inspired Impressionist Claude Monet's most famous work.

Reviewed By 709nitak

Excellent place to visit, we are so lucky this is available for us to visit looks spectacular, did a tour on bus was great double decker air conditioned coach with informative narrative on history and life of Claude Monet. Loved this even my husband and 21 yr old son who are not garden lovers loved this trip. Well worth a visit will not be disappointed.

4. The Clos Normand - Fondation Claude Monet

84 rue Claude Monet, 27620 Giverny France +33 2 32 51 28 21 [email protected] http://www.fondation-monet.com/fr/
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4.5 based on 539 reviews

The Clos Normand - Fondation Claude Monet

Reviewed By maryjanelk - Pleasant Valley, United States

We visited these gardens in Ocober, and I was was not sure if we were going to be able experience the beauty of the gardens that I had read about. Despite the time of year, there were many beautiful flowers. Monet designed the-gardent to be beautiful year round. There were only a few waterlilies in bloom, but the flowers surrounding the pond provided a perfect "frame" for my many photos. I would like to return each season to experience this artists living picture!

5. La Colline aux Oiseaux

Avenue Amiral Mountbatten, 14000 Caen France +33 2 31 30 48 38 http://caen.fr/adresse/colline-aux-oiseaux
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4.5 based on 759 reviews

La Colline aux Oiseaux

6. Jardin Agapanthe

1 Impasse Agapanthe Grigneuseville, 76850, Dieppe France +33 6 08 62 24 58 [email protected] http://www.jardin-agapanthe.fr
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4.5 based on 84 reviews

Jardin Agapanthe

Agapanthus Garden The Agapanthus Garden is above all the laboratory of the landscape architect. The subject of constant research, it is continually evolving. To present an idea of his work, Alexandre Thomas freely opens his garden to visitors. Enthusiasts from around the world eagerly travel to discover this unique example of garden art. Over more than 9,000m2 of gardens without lawns, visitors can enjoy the assembly of the designer's favourite plants. This contemporary garden is defined by its powerful structure. With strongly emphasized groundworks, a maze of terraces and walls, watercourses and pools create a succession of moods. It is covered by a fine layer of sand that enhances its qualities. Surprising in every season, the Agapanthus Garden has become a true source of inspiration. This profusion of plants also incorporates decorations, furniture and fountains that bring it to life as a unique and human space.

7. Tatihou Island

50550 Saint-Vaast-la-Hougue France
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4.5 based on 347 reviews

Tatihou Island

Reviewed By SergeLourie - Richmond-upon-Thames, United Kingdom

The best way to get to the Ile Tatihou is by the boat/bus hybrid vehicle. We went in the morning, when the tide was high, by it as a boat. We were a party of five adults and three infants of 6 and 7. The island is small but the walk to the restaurant was about half an hour. The children played in the fortifications of the Vauban Fort and we had a good meal outside the distinguished house where, presumably, the governor lived. The meal was good and we when walked around the fort and had a delightful time visiting another fort off shore which could be reached at low tide. On our was back we stopped at the botanic gardens and had a look round. As the tide was low we returned to the mainland on foot through the extensive oyster beds. A great day out in good weather

8. Parc Emmanuel Liais

Rue de la Bucaille, 50100 Cherbourg-Octeville, Cherbourg-en-Cotentin France +33 2 33 87 88 98 http://www.ville-cherbourg.fr
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4.5 based on 215 reviews

Parc Emmanuel Liais

9. Les Jardins Suspendus

Rue du Fort, 76620, Le Havre France +33 2 35 19 45 45 http://www.lehavre.fr/node/21886
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4.5 based on 815 reviews

Les Jardins Suspendus

Reviewed By JGee4 - Somerset, United Kingdom

The botanical gardens of Le Havre, founded only in 2000, are formed within the old 19th century Vauban-style fort high above the city. There are great views of the city and docks and across the Seine estuary from the ramparts. The gardens are set out to demonstrate different plants from across the world, either in open beds or within a series of glasshouses with, for example, wonderful cacti, exotic tropical plants and orchids of all shapes and descriptions. There are experimental flower beds where the City tries out planting schemes for its parks and borders in town. Everything is labelled for the serious botanists, but this place can be enjoyed by everybody just as a park or somewhere for the kids to rush around.

10. Falaise des Vaches Noires

1 rue de la Plage, 14640 Villers-sur-Mer, Deauville France +33 2 31 87 01 18 http://www.villers-sur-mer.fr
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4.5 based on 272 reviews

Falaise des Vaches Noires

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