Amongst Normandy’s famous sons and daughters, the intrepid adventures of William the Conqueror are uppermost. From his birthplace in Falaise to the legendary Bayeux Tapestry which recounts one of his greatest exploits, the presence of William and far reaching influences are fascinating.
Normandy is also a region rich in talent and craftsmanship. The old pottery workers in Gers or the Master Builders at the Abbey of Mont St Michel have all left their mark as have the Impressionist painters or the Alençon point lace makers. The noble art of Calvados production is a skill unique to Normans while the combined talents of Lutyens and Jekyll have added a unique “English” dimension to the unique house and gardens of the Parc du Bois des Moutiers.
If your quest is the unusual then look no further. Enjoy the delights of a collection of miniature furniture at the Château de Vendeuvre or explore the ocean’s hidden depths at Cherbourg’s Cité de la Mer.
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