Le Crotoy
October 7, 2018 in France ⋅ ⛅ 15 °C
Starting very early in the morning, we travel all the way from Home to Baie de Somme. As this is the first time we travel with Awen that far, we were a bit worried, if he will be able to stand such aRead more
Long walk through sand dunes
October 7, 2018 in France ⋅ ⛅ 15 °C
We wanted to use the afternoon to discover the area little. We found a nice walk that brought us through pine forests and big sand dunes on a very deserted beach. Despite that the walk was only 4kmRead more
Saint-Valery-sur-Somme
October 8, 2018 in France ⋅ ⛅ 4 °C
The next morning we traveled along the coast, stopping at various nice places. The first of those stops was the little middle age town of Saint-Valery-sur-Somme. Glad we were there in October and notRead more
Tréport
October 8, 2018 in France ⋅ ☁️ 14 °C
The next stop was in the town of Le Tréport. First time to encounter the cliffs of Normandy. And Awen used the time to swim again in the ocean.
Petites Dalles daytime
October 8, 2018 in France ⋅ ☁️ 16 °C
After arriving in the little cottage we went for a small walk with Awen to the local beach called Petites Dalles. Even Monet and Sissi have enjoyed the beauty of this little beach.
Fécamp
October 8, 2018 in France ⋅ ☁️ 15 °C
While doing some shopping in the near town of Fécamp, we could vitness a beautiful sunset over the coast of Normandy.
Etretat
October 9, 2018 in France ⋅ ☀️ 17 °C
Probably one of the most famous places in the area is Etretat. We did a nice walk along the cliffs with a nice view on the city. And finally enjoying a romantic Picnic with a sunset over Etretat.
Veules-les-Roses
October 10, 2018 in France ⋅ ☀️ 15 °C
A day trip to the town of Veules-les-Roses brought us through little streets filled with flowers and rivers.
Honfleur
October 11, 2018 in France ⋅ ☀️ 16 °C
Another day trip took us to the 3 cities of Honfleur, Trouville and Deauville.
Petites Dalles sunset
October 11, 2018 in France ⋅ ☁️ 18 °C
Back home at our beach of Petites Dalles, we enjoyed a spectacular sunset.
Saint-Pierre-en-Port, France
October 12, 2018 in France ⋅ ☁️ 18 °C
Our last day in the area we spent hiking on the cliffs of Grandes Dalles and the town of Yport. And yes, as incredible as it sounds, swimming in the ocean in Normandie on October 12!!
D-Day Beaches
October 13, 2018 in France ⋅ ⛅ 17 °C
After an early start (before 5am) and leaving our cottage we arrived at the D-Day Beaches just on time for a stunning sunrise. We followed the coastal road along the different war memorials withRead more
Goury
October 13, 2018 in France ⋅ ⛅ 20 °C
Finally, we arrived at the cap de la hague or "the end of the world". The wild nature and the rough sea really impressed us and we fell in love with this isolated piece of land.
At a little restaurantRead more
Nez de Jobourg
October 14, 2018 in France ⋅ ⛅ 13 °C
Finally, after 1 week of sunshine and very warm temperatures, we had some rain. But this didn't stop to discover the area and so we did a nice long walk from the nez de Jorbourg to the beautiful baieRead more
Entre bois et falaises
October 15, 2018 in France ⋅ ⛅ 14 °C
A 10km hiking trip along the cliffs and forest of Flamanville took us the various vegetation and through a beautiful castle.
Sunset at Cap de la hague
October 15, 2018 in France ⋅ ⛅ 16 °C
Once more, a beautiful sunset in Normandy. This time at Cap de la hague and with the lighthouse as a foreground.
Barfleur
October 16, 2018 in France ⋅ ☁️ 14 °C
Day trip to the small town of Barfleur and the Gatteville lighthouse on a cloudy day.
Sciotot beach
October 16, 2018 in France ⋅ ⛅ 14 °C
Long walks on this beautiful beach just in front of our house.
Carteret
October 17, 2018 in France ⋅ ⛅ 15 °C
We spent our last day in Normandy by doing a long walk on the beach of Carteret. And as the sun was quite warm and we were alone on the beach, we decided to have a quick swim in the refreshing water.Read more
Last day in our Airbnb guest house
October 17, 2018 in France ⋅ ⛅ 13 °C
What a beautiful and sunny day. We were able to enjoy our last afternoon on our terrasse in T-shirt and admiring the amazing view. Even Awen was fascinated by the view.
Visiting Claude Monet
October 18, 2018 in France ⋅ ⛅ 18 °C
A quick stop on our way home brought us to the village Claude Monet lived and painted many of his famous paintings. The beautiful garden had many flowers in a variety of colors.
