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Conches-en-ouche – Inland Normandy. Located near the River Rouloir, the town has beautiful medieval houses and the church of Ste-Foy whose windows are made of superb Renaissance stained glass. The town also boasts a ruined twelfth-century castle. However what makes Conches stand out in an area full of ancient towns, are the many modern sculptures that are placed around the town. On top of all that the surrounding countryside is full of verdant meadows, orchards, rivers and forests, which are a delight to explore.
Trouville and Deauville – These seaside towns represent the most popular resorts in the “Norman Riviera” and are located close to each other. Trouville has a life outside the tourist industry but is still a chic seaside resort, with all the facilities that such a place needs. A little way back from the beach, the pedestrian streets are bursting with hotels, cafes and restaurants. Tourism started here when Napoleon III and his court started holidaying here every summer in the mid 19th century. Deauville has a famous racecourse, which attracts huge numbers of visitors and an American Film Festival, held each year in September, with public admission to a large number of previews.
Rouen – The capital of Upper Normandy is an ancient, historic city. It was founded in 911 by a Viking chief, who subsequently became Duke of Normandy, on the site of a Roman town. It has had a long turbulent history and is best known as the stage, for the trial and execution of Joan of Arc in 1431. A plaque and an enormous cross mark the spot in place du Vieux-Marche on which she was burnt to death. Here are many historical sights in Rouen but one that must not be missed is the Cathedrale de Notre-Dame, which is a superb Gothic masterpiece.
Bayeaux - Normandy. With flawlessly preserved medieval streets, awe-inspiring cathedral and, of course, world-famous tapestry, this city is a must to visit if you are in Normandy.
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Le Vivier - rue Gustave-Flaubert, Trouville. The restaurant is located in the Flaubert Hotel. The huge mansion that is home to the hotel is located at the beginning of the boardwalk. The restaurant Le Vivier is highly recommended but not cheap.
Les Vapeurs – 160 boulevard F. Moureaux. A good fish restaurant that is located opposite the old half-timbered fish market. As you might expect the fish is very fresh and well cooked.
Chez Miocque - at 81 rue Eugène-Colas, Deauville. This Parisian-style eating place serves excellent food that justifies the high prices
Flunch - 60 rue des Carmes, Rouen. If you want a cheapish place to eat try this big, self-service restaurant near the cathedral. The food is fresh and of good quality.
Le Pommier - 40 rue des Cuisiniers, Bayeux. The menu here is based on the meat and dairy Norman cuisine. However there is always a vegetarian choice on the menu. Reasonably priced and good quality.
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Le Cafe Curieux - 3 rue des Fosses Louis VIII, Rouen. Avoid this place if you have a headache, it is an extremely noisy, busy bar. The music is techno and drum 'n' bass soundtracks.
La Luna - 26 rue St-Etienne-des-Tonneliers, Rouen. If you like salsa dancing then visit this glamorous nightclub, which specialises in South American themes
Big Ben Pub - 95 rue du Gros-Horloge, Rouen. Situated under a large clock, which proved to be the inspiration for the name, this bar is always very busy, outside and in. They have Karaoke sessions at weekends.
Hotel Churchill - 14/16 Rue St Jean, Bayeux. The bar in this hotel is friendly and comfortable and the service is excellent.
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