
Alabaster Coast in 9 days
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Alabaster Coast in 9 days
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A comprehensive journey along Normandy's Alabaster Coast, from Le Havre to Le Tréport. The route covers four coastal towns with their dramatic chalk cliffs, pebble beaches, and maritime heritage. Highlights include Le Havre's UNESCO World Heritage architecture, the iconic Étretat cliffs, the Benedictine Palace in Fécamp, Veules-les-Roses (one of France's most beautiful villages), and the historic port of Dieppe. Best experienced from late spring to early autumn when all gardens and attractions are open.
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Must see of Le Havre in one day
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Discover Le Havre's extraordinary UNESCO World Heritage architecture on this comprehensive walking tour through the city rebuilt by Auguste Perret. Start at the monumental City Hall with its 72-meter tower, explore the iconic 'Volcan' cultural center and Oscar Niemeyer Library, then admire the masterpiece of Saint Joseph's Church with its 12,768 stained glass pieces. The tour includes MuMa, home to France's largest Impressionist collection outside Paris, and concludes along Europe's widest avenue, Avenue Foch. Important: Many attractions are closed on Mondays (Library, Le Volcan, Natural History Museum, MuMa). The Perret Show Flat requires advance reservation and operates April-September only. MuMa opens at 11:00. First Saturday of each month offers free entry at several museums. Total walking distance is approximately 3.5 km.
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Start Point
Le Havre City Center
Le Havre City Hall
Perret Show Flat
Oscar Niemeyer Library (Bibliothèque Oscar Niemeyer)
Le Volcan
Lunch Break
1 hour
Natural History Museum of Le Havre
Notre-Dame Cathedral of Le Havre
Container Chain
Musée d'art moderne André Malraux (MuMa)
Saint Joseph's Church
Avenue Foch
End Point
Le Havre City Center
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Étretat Cliffs from Le Havre
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A day trip from Le Havre to explore Étretat's world-famous chalk cliffs, natural arches, and dramatic coastline. The itinerary covers the iconic pebble beach, Falaise d'Aval with its elephant-trunk arch, La Manneporte rock formation, and the award-winning Les Jardins d'Étretat. Approximately 30 km each way by car (40 min) or bus (1h15). Check tide times before exploring the cliffs. Les Jardins d'Étretat is the only paid attraction (€12.50). Total walking distance about 4.3 km.
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Start Point
Le Havre City Center
1Étretat
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Étretat City Center
Étretat Beach (Plage d'Étretat)
Downstream Cliff (Falaise d'Aval)
The Great Door (La Manneporte)
Old Market Square (Le Vieux Marché)
Lunch Break
1 hour
Les Jardins d'Étretat
Chapelle Notre-Dame de la Garde
Monument Nungesser et Coli
Amont Cliff (Falaise d'Amont)
End Point
Étretat City Center
End Point
Le Havre City Center
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Complete Fécamp in one day
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This intensive itinerary takes you through all of Fécamp's major landmarks in one action-packed day, from medieval churches to dramatic clifftop viewpoints. Start at the historic Saint Stephen Church overlooking the harbor, then explore the ruins of the Ducal Palace where William the Conqueror celebrated his victory at Hastings. Continue to the magnificent Abbey of the Holy Trinity, one of France's longest churches at 127 meters, before visiting the stunning Palais Bénédictine with its museum and famous liqueur tasting. After a relaxing walk along the pebble beach, discover Fécamp's maritime heritage at the Fisheries Museum with panoramic views from its glass belvedere. End your day at Cap Fagnet, the highest point of the Alabaster Coast, where spectacular views await at sunset. Important: The Fisheries Museum is closed on Tuesdays from mid-September to April. Palais Bénédictine opens at 11:00 and closes for lunch 12:30-14:00 - plan your morning accordingly. The Ducal Palace interior requires a guided tour booked through the Tourist Office. Total walking distance is approximately 5 km.
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Using for all transport: Walking
Start Point
Fécamp City Center
Saint Stephen Church (Église Saint-Étienne)
Ducal Palace (Palais Ducal)
Abbey of the Holy Trinity (Abbaye de la Sainte-Trinité)
Benedictine Palace (Palais Bénédictine)
Fécamp Beach
Lunch Break
1 hour
Fisheries Museum (Musée des Pêcheries)
Chapel of Our Lady of Salvation (Chapelle Notre-Dame-du-Salut)
Fagnet Cape (Cap Fagnet)
End Point
Fécamp City Center
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Alabaster Coast Villages from Fécamp
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A day trip from Fécamp to discover two charming coastal villages along Normandy's Alabaster Coast. First stop is Saint-Valery-en-Caux with its Renaissance Maison Henri IV museum, the ship-shaped Chapel Notre-Dame du Bon Port, pebble beach, and historic lighthouse. Continue to Veules-les-Roses, officially one of France's Most Beautiful Villages, to explore its 14th-century watercress beds, stroll along La Veules (France's shortest river), and relax on the seaside beach. Maison Henri IV open Friday-Sunday only (Wednesday-Sunday in high season). Best time to visit: late spring through early autumn.
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Start Point
Fécamp City Center
1Saint-Valery-en-Caux
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Saint-Valery-en-Caux City Center
Maison Henri IV
Our Lady of the Good Harbor Chapel (Chapelle Notre-Dame du Bon Port)
Saint-Valery-en-Caux Beach (Plage de Saint-Valery-en-Caux)
Saint-Valery-en-Caux Lighthouse (Phare de Saint-Valery-en-Caux)
End Point
Saint-Valery-en-Caux City Center
2Veules-les-Roses
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Start Point
Veules-les-Roses City Center
Watercress Beds (Les Cressonnières)
La Veules River
Saint Martin Church (Église Saint-Martin)
Victor Hugo Monument
Veules-les-Roses Beach
End Point
Veules-les-Roses City Center
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Fécamp City Center
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Complete Dieppe in one day
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Experience Dieppe's rich maritime heritage in this intensive walking tour covering 11 landmarks in one day. Start with the magnificent Gothic Church of Saint-Jacques and explore the famous Saturday market (full market on Saturdays only; smaller markets on Tue/Thu mornings). Visit two museums, including the Château de Dieppe with its world-renowned ivory collection. Walk along France's first seaside resort beach, cross to the historic Le Pollet fishermen's quarter, and climb to the clifftop chapel for panoramic views. Important: The Château de Dieppe and Memorial Museum are closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. The Colbert Bridge is under restoration until February 2026 (temporary footbridge available). Saturday is ideal for the full market experience. Total walking distance: approximately 5 km.
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Start Point
Dieppe City Center
Church of Saint-Jacques
Marché de Dieppe Market
Church of Saint-Rémy
Château de Dieppe
City Gate (Porte de la Ville)
Dieppe Beach and Seafront
Lunch Break
1 hour
Memorial Museum of August 19, 1942
ESTRAN Cité de la Mer
Colbert Bridge
Le Pollet District
Chapel of Notre-Dame-de-Bon-Secours
End Point
Dieppe City Center
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Gardens and Cliffs of Varengeville from Dieppe
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A day trip from the seaside town of Dieppe to the charming clifftop village of Varengeville-sur-Mer. The itinerary features Le Bois des Moutiers, an Arts and Crafts estate with stunning gardens by Gertrude Jekyll, the Church of Saint-Valery with Georges Braque's blue stained glass, the scenic Moutiers Gorge, the Renaissance Manoir d'Ango, and Jardin Shamrock with its world-famous hydrangea collection. Best visited late June to early September when all gardens are open. By car: 35 minutes each way. By bus: approximately 1.5 hours each way. Total entrance fees around 26 EUR.
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Start Point
Dieppe City Center
1Varengeville-sur-Mer
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Varengeville-sur-Mer City Center
The Moutiers Wood (Le Bois des Moutiers)
Church of Saint-Valery and Marine Cemetery
Moutiers Gorge (Gorge des Moutiers)
Lunch Break
1.3 hours
Ango Manor (Manoir d'Ango)
Jardin Shamrock
End Point
Varengeville-sur-Mer City Center
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Dieppe City Center
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Castle and Bisons from Dieppe
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A unique day trip from Dieppe combining Normandy's cultural heritage with an unexpected wildlife adventure. Start at Château de Miromesnil, the elegant Renaissance birthplace of writer Guy de Maupassant, with its period-furnished rooms and award-winning gardens. Then discover Europe's largest Canadian bison farm where over 200 bison and wolves roam freely in the Eawy Forest. Guided safaris in military trucks are available. The castle is open April-September only. By car: about 1 hour total driving. Plan 5-6 hours for both sites.
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Start Point
Dieppe City Center
1Saint-Aubin-sur-Scie
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Saint-Aubin-sur-Scie City Center
Miromesnil Castle (Château de Miromesnil)
End Point
Saint-Aubin-sur-Scie City Center
2Muchedent
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Start Point
Muchedent City Center
Rêve de Bisons (Dream of Bisons)
End Point
Muchedent City Center
End Point
Dieppe City Center
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Coastal Heritage of Le Tréport in One Day
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This comprehensive itinerary takes you through Le Tréport's most captivating coastal and historical attractions in one memorable day. Begin at the magnificent 16th-century Saint-Jacques Church perched on the hillside, then explore the charming Cordiers Quarter with its colorful fishermen's houses and ceramic plaques. Enjoy the stunning pebble beach beneath Europe's highest chalk cliffs, ride the free historic funicular through the cliff to panoramic viewpoints, and discover the fascinating WWII Kahl-Burg bunker carved into the rock. Important: The Kahl-Burg bunker is only accessible by guided tour on specific dates (May 8, November 11, European Heritage Days) or by appointment - it's an optional addition if available during your visit. Plan to check tide schedules for the best beach experience at low tide. Total walking distance is approximately 2.2 km.
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Start Point
Le Treport City Center
Saint-Jacques Church (Église Saint-Jacques)
Cordiers Quarter (Quartier des Cordiers)
Le Tréport Beach
Le Tréport Cliffs
Le Tréport Funicular Railway
WWII Bunker (Kahl-Burg)
End Point
Le Treport City Center
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Half-day trip to Eu from Le Tréport
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A relaxed half-day excursion from the coastal town of Le Tréport to the historic town of Eu, just 5 km away. Visit the impressive Château d'Eu, former summer residence of King Louis-Philippe I, and explore two remarkable religious sites: the 12th-century Gothic Collegiate Church and the 17th-century Jesuit Chapel. The castle is closed on Tuesdays, and the chapel is closed on Mondays. Total walking distance in Eu is under 1 km. Entrance fee: €5 for the château (reduced €2).
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Start Point
Le Treport City Center
1Eu
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Eu City Center
Collegiate Church of Our Lady and Saint Lawrence (Collégiale Notre-Dame et Saint-Laurent)
Eu Castle (Château d'Eu)
Chapel of the Jesuit College (Chapelle du Collège des Jésuites)
End Point
Eu City Center
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Le Treport City Center
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