La Cote Fleurie Day Tour with Normandy Panorama
Difficulty
easy
Duration
8–9 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; mostly gentle walking with occasional stairs or cobblestones
Overview
Spend a day with Normandy Panorama discovering Normandy’s Pays d’Auge—half-timbered villages, the stunning coast, and vibrant towns like Honfleur and Deauville await.
La Cote Fleurie
1-Day Tour • Best of Each Town • All Ages
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About This Adventure
Embark on a captivating day exploring the picturesque Pays d’Auge, featuring charming half-timbered houses and apple orchards. Visit the stunning town of Honfleur, admire the Normandy bridge, and enjoy art galleries. Experience the elegance of Deauville and the beauty of Beuvron-en-Auge, with an optional calvados tasting to enhance your adventure.
Duration
1 Day
All ages included,
Description
9 am: Let’s start the day driving through the Pays d’auge area, very picturesque countryside with the half-timbered houses with thatched roofs, fields with the Normandy cows and apple orchards
First stop, Honfleur: Le Mont Joli and Notre Dame de Grâce on the height of the town to admire the beautiful Normandy bridge going over the Seine river .then, we’ll visit the town and the biggest wooden church of France. I’ll give you time to look at the art galleries in the town. We’ll meet for lunch in a restaurant with a view, on the port.
Second stop, Deauville, where the American film festival takes place every September, a town with beautiful 19th-century villas.
Then, we’ll drive along the coast called “la côte fleurie”, Villers sur mer, houlgate, Cabourg.
Heading back towards Caen, we will have the last stop in one of the most beautiful villages of France: Beuvron-en- Auge. A town with a half-timbered 15th-century manor house.
Return around 5:30 pm
option : we can include a calvados tasting during the day
Make the most of your trip!
Departure from Caen or Bayeux area.
Lunch and entrance fee to museums not included
Adventure Tips
Wear Comfortable Walking Shoes
Several stops involve strolling through uneven historic streets and coastal paths, so sturdy footwear is essential.
Bring a Lightweight Rain Jacket
Normandy weather can change quickly, so packing rain gear ensures you stay dry during coastal drives and strolls.
Reserve Museum Visits in Advance
While entrance fees aren’t included, booking ahead at museums or galleries helps avoid disappointment during peak seasons.
Optional Calvados Tasting Requires Legal Drinking Age
Participants opting for the Calvados tasting must be of legal drinking age in France and should plan accordingly.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Normandy cows grazing in Pays d'Auge fields
- Seabirds along La Côte Fleurie coastline
History
Pays d'Auge retains centuries-old rural architecture and traditions linked to Normandy’s agricultural heritage, with Beuvron-en-Auge preserving 15th-century manor houses.
Conservation
Efforts support sustainable tourism that respects historic sites and promotes local agricultural products such as Calvados brandy.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Comfortable Walking Shoes
Offers support for walking uneven terrain and village streets.
Water Bottle
Stay hydrated during warmer weather and outdoor stops.
summer specific
Light Rain Jacket
Protects against sudden showers often experienced in Normandy.
spring specific
Camera or Smartphone
Capture scenic landscapes, historic architecture, and vibrant town scenes.