Aerial view of a medieval cathedral in BrittanyAerial view of a medieval cathedral in Brittany. The cathedral, with its two imposing towers, dominates the surrounding landscape. The roofs of nearby buildings are visible, as well as trees and fields in the background. The sky is clear with a few scattered clouds.
©The cathedral dominates the Breton landscape with its two imposing towers.|Jim Prod
An architectural jewel and a historical treasure

Coutances cathedral

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An exceptional, unmissable monument : Coutances Cathedral

An iconic monument of the historical capital of the Cotentin, Coutances Cathedral is, alongside Mont-Saint-Michel, the most famous jewel of Norman Gothic art.

Its unmissable tower when you visit the Cotentin will allow you to discover an exceptional building with unparalleled beauty.

Remarkable architecture, staggeringly high steeples, construction of the monument began at the beginning of the 13th century.

Gothic cathedral with pointed spires and a blue skyA large Gothic cathedral with pointed spires and stained glass windows. The building is made of light-colored stone and stands on a green lawn. The sky is blue with a few white clouds.
©The Gothic cathedral stands proudly in the middle of the city.|Teddy Bear
Understranding the builders

DISCOVER THE ARCHITECTURE

View of the interior of a cathedral with imposing pillars and colorful stained glassView of the interior of a cathedral with imposing pillars and colorful stained glass. Natural light streams in through large windows, illuminating the architectural details and decorative elements. Benches are arranged in rows, and a person stands near the entrance.
©The interior of a cathedral impresses with its height and architectural details.|Jim Prod
The lantern Tower
View of the interior of a Gothic cathedral with columns and altarsThe image shows the interior of a Gothic cathedral. Tall stone columns and ornate altars can be seen. Natural light enters through the stained glass windows, creating a serene and sacred atmosphere. The floor is made of marble, and there are wooden pews for the congregation.
©The majestic interior of a Gothic cathedral, with its towering columns and ornate altars.|Aymeric Picot
The chapels
Baroque organ with metal pipes and wooden sculpturesClose-up view of a Baroque organ with metal pipes and wooden sculptures. The pipes are arranged in vertical rows, and the sculptures depict human figures and decorative motifs. The organ is located in an interior setting with ornate architectural elements.
©Detail of the Baroque organ with wooden sculptures and metal pipes.|Alexandre Poirier
The organ
Stained glass depicting biblical scenes in a churchA detailed and colorful stained glass window in a church, depicting biblical scenes. The colors are vibrant and the details are intricate, capturing the attention of visitors. The scenes appear to tell stories from the Bible, with characters and symbolic elements clearly visible.
©The stained glass windows of this church tell biblical stories through vibrant colors.|Aymeric Picot
the stained glass windows
Aerial view of the interior of a cathedral with columns and pewsAerial view of the interior of a cathedral. Massive columns rise towards ornate vaults, and wooden pews are arranged in symmetrical rows. Natural light filters through stained glass windows, illuminating the central altar and intricate architectural details.
©The imposing interior of the cathedral, with its towering columns and neatly arranged pews.
Visiting the upper parts of the cathedral
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VISIT THE CATHEDRAL

Gothic cathedral with pointed spires and stained glass windowsA large Gothic cathedral with pointed spires and detailed stained glass windows. The cathedral is located in an urban area with surrounding residential and commercial buildings. The sky is partly cloudy with patches of light blue.
©A majestic Gothic cathedral stands in the midst of an urban landscape.|Teddy Bear
Guided tours
A person holding a mobile phone and a user manualA person is holding a mobile phone in one hand and a user manual in the other. The manual shows an image of the phone and instructions. The phone is black with a keyboard and a screen. The manual is in French and contains text and images.
©The person is comparing the mobile phone with the user manual.
Audioguided tour
Aerial view of the interior of a cathedral with columns and pewsAerial view of the interior of a cathedral. Massive columns rise towards ornate vaults, and wooden pews are arranged in symmetrical rows. Natural light filters through stained glass windows, illuminating the central altar and intricate architectural details.
©The imposing interior of the cathedral, with its towering columns and neatly arranged pews.
Visiting the upper parts of the cathedral
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Aerial view of a coastal marsh with water pools and winding canals leading to the oceanAerial view of a coastal marsh with water pools and winding canals leading to the ocean. The landscape is dominated by green and brown tones, with areas of dense vegetation and shallow water expanses. On the horizon, the ocean is visible with waves crashing onto the shore.
©The coastal marsh stretches to the horizon, offering a natural and peaceful landscape.|Philippe Fauvel
The haven
Low tide on a beach with water pools and footprintsView of a beach at low tide with visible water pools and footprints on the sand. The sky is partially cloudy with blue and white reflections. In the background, boats and buildings can be seen in the distance.
©Low tide reveals unique landscapes and sparkling water pools.
Tides
People swimming and relaxing on a sandy beachA sandy beach with gentle waves lapping at the shore. Several people are swimming in the clear water while others relax on the sand. The sky is partly cloudy with a shining sun.
©A perfect day to enjoy the sun and the sea.|Jim Prod
Beaches
Orchestra playing on stage with bright spotlightsA symphony orchestra is performing on stage, illuminated by bright spotlights. The musicians are positioned with various instruments, including violins, violas, cellos, double basses, flutes, clarinets, trumpets, trombones, and percussion. The spotlights create a dramatic atmosphere with colored light beams.
©A symphony orchestra in full performance under the sparkling lights.
Jazz sous les pommiers
A large crowd of people surrounding horses at an outdoor eventA large crowd of people is gathered in an open space, surrounding several horses. The horses are of various colors and sizes. The people are wearing a variety of clothing, ranging from coats to jackets, and appear to be closely examining the horses. In the background, there are trees and vehicles, including trucks and trailers. The atmosphere seems lively and bustling.
©A dense crowd gathers around the horses at an outdoor event.|Gérard Mondin
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