Top 8 of the culinary specialities to try

Top 8 of the culinary specialities to try

Are you discovering Caen and don’t want to miss out on the local specialities? This top 8 is for you! To be tried on the spot or to take away as a souvenir, we have selected for you a selection of typical Norman and Caen products. 1# Tripe à la mode de Caen When you […]

Around the old church in Thaon

Around the old church in Thaon

In a green setting, less than ten miles from Caen, there is a church that is almost one thousand years old. Thaon Church is a gem of Norman architecture in the Mue Valley. Taking in the Middle Ages, forest footpaths and disused underground quarries, we enjoyed a nature break around the old St Peter’s Church. […]

Focus on the three British military cemeteries

Focus on the three British military cemeteries

Come with us… We will show you round three of Normandy’s 27 cemeteries. The Battle of Normandy saw almost 100,000 soldiers sacrifice their lives for freedom. Heading for the Hermanville-sur-Mer military cemetery! On Sword Beach, in the resort of Hermanville-sur-Mer, we will visit a cemetery where 1005 allied soldiers are buried, including 986 soldiers from […]

In the footsteps of William the Conqueror at the Abbaye aux Hommes in Caen

In the footsteps of William the Conqueror at the Abbaye aux Hommes in Caen

When you think of William the Conqueror, you don’t often think of all the monuments that are linked to his life. And yet Caen has numerous traces of his visits because he chose to reign from this city in Normandy. We wanted to explore the monuments in Caen founded by William the Conqueror to get […]

On the attack at Caen Castle!

On the attack at Caen Castle!

The ducal castle is an impressive fortress right in the centre of Caen, and seems to be inviting us for a visit from Place Saint-Pierre… So let’s spend the afternoon exploring Caen Castle ! The history of Caen Castle Caen Castle is one of the biggest medieval buildings in Europe and always leaves visitors impressed! […]

After-work at the Christmas Market

After-work at the Christmas Market

Winter is coming, and the year-end celebrations too. Christmas means the traditional festive activities return. After a day at work, we enjoyed a relaxing evening between Christmas market, mulled wine, shopping and delicious treats. An after-work bathed in Christmas magic! Warming up with mulled wine Among the wooden chalets in the city centre, several offer […]

A wellness weekend at Ouistreham Riva-Bella

A wellness weekend at Ouistreham Riva-Bella

The weekend is a great time for a romantic outing. When you set off with your loved one, you can visit some beautiful spots on the Côte de Nacre and enjoy a relaxing experience. We can tell you all about our ideal stays for two! An evening at the thalassotherapy centre in Ouistreham Just thinking […]

A spot of shopping at Saint-Sauveur market in Caen

A spot of shopping at Saint-Sauveur market in Caen

In our opinion, the Saint-Sauveur market is one of the week’s top markets. It’s a place to buy fresh, local produce, but is also the ideal spot to pick up a few items from the antiques-dealers’ stalls. Every Friday, people set off with their baskets and browse the stalls on Place Saint-Sauveur, in Rue Pémagnie […]

Pointe du Siège In Ouistreham

Pointe du Siège In Ouistreham

Enjoy unspoiled nature at Pointe du Siège in Ouistreham A wild and mysterious place Perhaps you have already seen the long beach in Ouistreham in Normandy with the rolling sandy landscapes and the sand castles, the work of the visitors of all ages. But you probably don’t know that just a few yards away, at […]

Axe throwing at the Viking Paradise

Axe throwing at the Viking Paradise

Fun in a Viking style on Rollon’s lands? That’s the concept behind Le Valhalla tavern. Anyone familiar with Normandy’s history will appreciate the nod. «Valhalla is the Vikings’ paradise. A place of endless feasting and fighting for brave warriors. We wanted to recreate a world where you can have fun, quench your thirst, and feast,” […]