There are also many pools centres such as the Nautilus in Lisieux, Espace Aquatique at Condé sur Noireau in the Suisse Normande or Centre Park in Verneuil sur Avre in the Eure part of Normandy. Normandy offers three special animal centres too.
Conservation and breeding of endangered species are a priority at Champrepus, near Villedieu Les Poêles, where Madagascar lemurs are the particular interest. Unique in Europe, an entirely new concept, the Cerza Safari Lodge offers the opportunity to awake each day surrounded by animals such as parma wallabies (kangaroo family), the muntjac's (deer), black necked swans, dendrocines, lions, bears and wolves.
At Jurques on the outskirts of Caen, enjoy the big game animals in an open setting. Enter the fascinating world of reptiles at Alligator Bay near Mont Saint Michel. Kids will be astonished by the variety of crocodiles, alligators, lizards, snakes, iguanas and the farm of 300 tortoises, from the giant Seychelles tortoise to the African spurred ones. All these fantastic animals exert an almost magical attraction.
Feast your eyes on the enormous saltwater fish tanks, discover the exciting exhibits and visit “Le Redoutable”, the world’s largest submarine open to the public at La Cité de La Mer in Cherbourg. For toddlers, nearby lies the enchanted village of Bellefontaine which is perfect for a day out with forest walks and fairytale scenes. Most museums, like the Caen Memorial or William the Conqueror’s Castle in Falaise, also offer kids audio guides and explanations for children. Normandy is a truly family friendly destination. Make it your own.
