View of Mont Saint-Michel with its access road and the surrounding bayMont Saint-Michel, a commune in Normandy, is surrounded by the bay of Mont-Saint-Michel. The Benedictine abbey perched on the mount is a remarkable example of Gothic architecture. The road leading to Mont Saint-Michel crosses the bay, offering a breathtaking view of the entire site. The buildings around the mount are closely packed together, creating a unique urban landscape.
©Mont Saint-Michel, a jewel of medieval architecture, stands majestically in the middle of the bay.|Fab Lentz
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It would be inconceivable to come on a holiday in the English Channel in Normandy without passing through a certain number of territories or sites to discover that are high points of our Norman culture. You too will soon be able to say “I went there”!

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View of Mont Saint-Michel with its access road and the surrounding bayMont Saint-Michel, a commune in Normandy, is surrounded by the bay of Mont-Saint-Michel. The Benedictine abbey perched on the mount is a remarkable example of Gothic architecture. The road leading to Mont Saint-Michel crosses the bay, offering a breathtaking view of the entire site. The buildings around the mount are closely packed together, creating a unique urban landscape.
©Mont Saint-Michel, a jewel of medieval architecture, stands majestically in the middle of the bay.|Fab Lentz
Mont-Saint-Michel
The Mont-Saint-Michel, a must-see, memorable visit Set in the bay, it stands majestically in the landscape. The closer you get to the site, the...
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View of Mont Saint-Michel with its access road and the surrounding bayMont Saint-Michel, a commune in Normandy, is surrounded by the bay of Mont-Saint-Michel. The Benedictine abbey perched on the mount is a remarkable example of Gothic architecture. The road leading to Mont Saint-Michel crosses the bay, offering a breathtaking view of the entire site. The buildings around the mount are closely packed together, creating a unique urban landscape.
©Mont Saint-Michel, a jewel of medieval architecture, stands majestically in the middle of the bay.|Fab Lentz
Mont-Saint-Michel
Three flags, including the American flag, waving on a grassy hill under a cloudy skyThree flags are visible on a grassy hill. The American flag is clearly identifiable. The sky is cloudy with white and gray clouds. To the left, a concrete structure with a green logo is partially visible.
©Flags proudly waving on a grassy hill, symbolizing unity and diversity.|Estelle Hertault Cdt50
Landing Beaches
Two people on a fine sandy beach with a turquoise sea and a blue skyTwo people are enjoying a sunny day on a fine sandy beach. One is standing on the shore, while the other is swimming in a turquoise sea. The sky is blue with a few scattered clouds. The water is calm, and the waves gently lap at the sand.
©A sunny day at the beach, between swimming and relaxation.|Estelle Hertault Cdt50
Granville
White boat moored to a concrete jetty with a ropeA white boat is moored to a concrete jetty with a rope. The rope is tied to a cleat on the jetty and to a cleat on the boat. The water around the jetty is calm and clear, with reflections of sunlight.
©A white boat is securely moored to a concrete jetty.|Estelle Hertault Cdt50
Cherbourg
Aerial view of salt marshes with water canals and green fieldsAerial view of salt marshes near the ocean. Sinuous water canals crisscross the green fields, creating a complex network. In the distance, the ocean is visible along with a few scattered houses.
©Salt marshes stretch as far as the eye can see, creating a unique landscape.|P lecarpentier
Cotentin Marshes
Old red brick building with red doors and arched windowsAn old red brick building with red doors and arched windows. The building is surrounded by trees and is located in a grassy area. The sky is cloudy and there are fallen leaves on the ground.
©A historic building with red doors and arched windows, surrounded by trees.|Alice Bertrand Latitude Manche
Saint-Lô and its surroundings
White cows grazing near a lighthouse by the seaSeveral white cows are grazing on a grassy hill near a sandy beach. In the background, a lighthouse stands on a small rocky island in the middle of the sea. The sky is clear and blue.
©Cows graze peacefully near a lighthouse by the sea.|Estelle Hertault Cdt50
The Hague
Person walking along a coastal path with a historic tower in the backgroundA person is walking along a coastal path bordered by vegetation. A historic tower stands in the background, with a clear blue sky and a few clouds. The clear water of a canal flows next to the path.
©A peaceful walk along the coast with a historic tower in the background.|Maxime Coquard Pour Best Jobers Latitude Manche
Saint-Vaast-la-Hougue and Tatihou
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House by the beach with ocean viewSeveral houses are lined up along a sandy beach. The closest house is modern with large windows offering a view of the ocean. The sky is clear and blue, and the waves gently lap at the shore.
©A beautiful house by the beach with a stunning view of the ocean.
Agon-Coutainville
Sailboat on the water at sunsetA sailboat is visible on the calm water, with the sun setting on the horizon. The sky is colored with hues of yellow, orange, and pink. The silhouette of trees is visible in the background.
©A lone sailboat sails on the calm water at sunset.|Teddy bear
Regnéville sur mer
View of Rouen Cathedral with its Gothic spires, surrounded by trees and flowersRouen Cathedral, with its distinctive Gothic spires, is visible through a frame of trees and lush greenery. A gravel path leads to the entrance, lined with colorful flowers and well-maintained bushes. The sky is clear, providing a clear view of the impressive architecture of the cathedral.
©The Rouen Cathedral stands majestically amidst a lush garden.|Teddy Bear
Coutances
Row of colorful beach huts at sunsetA row of colorful beach huts lines up on a grassy dune facing the sea. The sun sets on the horizon, casting golden reflections on the huts' roofs and the ocean. The sky is streaked with thin clouds, and the sand is dotted with footprints.
©Beach huts are illuminated by the last rays of the setting sun.|Teddy Bear
Gouville-sur-Mer and Blainville-sur-Mer
Aerial view of a park with ruins in the center and surrounding roadsAerial view of a historic park with ruins in the center. The park is surrounded by winding roads and residential areas. The vegetation is lush and green, with well-defined paths leading to the ruins. The surrounding roads are lined with houses and buildings.
©A historic park surrounded by greenery and winding roads.|Jim prod
Gavray-sur-Sienne and Saint-Sauveur-villages
Stairs leading to a sandy beach with people relaxing and enjoying the ocean viewView of a sandy beach with stairs in the foreground. People are sitting on the rocks and sand, enjoying the sun and the ocean view. The water is calm and a few people are swimming. The sky is clear with a shining sun.
©A sunny day at the beach, with stairs providing a stunning view of the ocean.|Teddy Bear
Hauteville sur Mer