What to do and see in Seine-Maritime, Normandy: The Best Free Things to do

June 28, 2021 Velvet Mowry

Discover the best top things to do in Seine-Maritime, France including Falaises d'Etretat, Chemin des Douaniers, Porte d’Aval, Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Rouen, Rue du Gros-Horloge, Eglise St-Joseph, Chapel Notre-Dame-du-Salut, Les Jardins Suspendus, Kahl Burg, Chapelle Notre Dame de Bonsecours.
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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
Excellent
85%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
0%
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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. Chemin des Douaniers

76790 Etretat France
Excellent
79%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
1%
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5.0 based on 605 reviews

Chemin des Douaniers

Reviewed By JuliiaFra - Kharkiv, Ukraine

The stairs leading up on the cliff are taking not more than 10 min to go up, but better to be prepared. On the top, the great seascape is awaiting you. Get your comfy shoes on, take a windbreaker jacket (because it may be windy even in summer), it will be a long walk! The path leads you all along the shore, but be careful going down, the railing may be shaky. It is a perfect place to think and enjoy a small company since in the evening hours there is almost no one around.

3. Porte d’Aval

76794 Etretat France http://etretat-normandie.fr/que-visiter/falaise-aval
Excellent
87%
Good
12%
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1%
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5.0 based on 113 reviews

Porte d’Aval

Reviewed By KatrienS955 - Ghent, Belgium

Walking a bit further than the porte d'Aval, there is a second arch, through which the first arch can be seen, as well as the bay with white cliffs. Well worth the walk and effort! The path, all the way to cap d'Antifer is well marked and easy to follow. And the further one goes from Etretat village, the quieter it is.

4. Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Rouen

3 rue Saint Romain, 76000, Rouen France +33 2 35 71 85 65 http://www.cathedrale-rouen.net
Excellent
67%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
3%
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1%
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4.5 based on 4,468 reviews

Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Rouen

This stunning Gothic structure is considered by some to be the town's most important architectural landmark.

Reviewed By Keeley2305 - Toddington, United Kingdom

Well worth a visit if you are in the city of Rouen, free entry Beautiful historic cathedral with plenty of information in other languages aside from French. The tomb of Richard the lionheart is inside, and statue of Joan of arc Tour guides can be found around the cathedral who can be very informative

5. Rue du Gros-Horloge

Centre-Ville, Rouen France +33 2 62 86 46 21 http://www.rouenvalleedeseine.mobi/
Excellent
52%
Good
40%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
1%
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4.5 based on 1,987 reviews

Rue du Gros-Horloge

Reviewed By simply-peregrinating - Waddington, United Kingdom

This bustling street from the cathedral down to the market is a lovely one to walk on because of all the things to see along the way. Of course the clock tower is the main attraction especially when the sun light catches it and it glistens. There are plenty of half timbered buidings painted in various colours to see. The street does get busy especially near the clock.

6. Eglise St-Joseph

Bd. Francois-Ier, Le Havre France +33 2 35 42 20 03 http://www.lehavretourisme.com
Excellent
62%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
5%
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1%
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4.5 based on 1,377 reviews

Eglise St-Joseph

Reviewed By histoirem

The Église St Joseph stands proud in the centre of reconstructed Le Havre. The steeple rises like a lighthouse visible from land and sea. I would highly recommend visiting the interior particularly later in the day as the sun descends in the sky and light plays on the stained glass and colors the airy concrete structure.

7. Chapel Notre-Dame-du-Salut

Cliffs, Fecamp France
Excellent
40%
Good
50%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
1%
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 270 reviews

Chapel Notre-Dame-du-Salut

8. Les Jardins Suspendus

Rue du Fort, 76620, Le Havre France +33 2 35 19 45 45 http://www.lehavre.fr/node/21886
Excellent
45%
Good
42%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
3%
Terrible
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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.

9. Kahl Burg

6 rue du 8 Mai 1945, 76470 Le Treport France +33 6 81 07 22 95 https://www.seine-maritime-tourisme.com/diffusio/en/i-choose/an-attraction/chateaux-and-historic-buildings/le-treport/the-kahl-burg_TFOPCUNOR076V50DBJE.php
Excellent
64%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
1%
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4%
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4.5 based on 144 reviews

Kahl Burg

10. Chapelle Notre Dame de Bonsecours

La Falaise, 76200, Dieppe France +33 7 80 56 04 05
Excellent
46%
Good
44%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
1%
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4.5 based on 279 reviews

Chapelle Notre Dame de Bonsecours

Reviewed By D4V1S72 - Brighton, United Kingdom

Although quite small, this church is full of character and specifically has a maritime theme. On the cliff top overlooking the harbour one feels it was built to look after those whose work is on the sea.

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