The Queen Mathilde Tapestry in Bayeux is listed in UNESCO’s "Memory of the World".
Heritage
Historic museums, castles, abbeys, and churches, monuments, the islands of Normandy
Caen: Men’s Abbey and Women’s Abbey
The church of Saint-Etienne at the Men’s Abbey was built during the reign of William the Conqueror and is the site of his tomb.
Château de Caen
In 1066, William the Conqueror decided to build a fortress on the rocky outcropping that overlooks the Orne River.
Château de Balleroy and Hot Air Balloon Museum
An architectural masterpiece, built in 1631 by legendary French architect François Mansart,
Deauville, Cabourg and Honfleur
Legendary Deauville, its boardwalks, its parasols, the film
Friday, February 12 2010
Jersey via Barneville Carteret
To get to the island of Jersey, you must take the ferry at Carteret.
Mont Saint Michel
Mont-Saint-Michel deserves its nickname “Wonder of the Western World” and its UNESCO listing.
