Visit Normandy
Activities in Normandy
Normandy
We look forward to welcoming you soon to Normandy, this lovely and wonderfully attractive region of France. Known for its shoreline, its many long sandy beaches, white-chalk cliffs and WWII bases, it has a relaxing landscape of pretty villages full of half-timbered houses and grazing cattle.
Its world famous sites are internationally celebrated: the Mont-Saint-Michel and its bay, Etretat and its dramatic cliffs, the D-Day Landing Beaches, Claude Monet’s house and gardens in Giverny, Rouen with its magnificent cathedral, the Bayeux Tapestry, the Haras du Pin and Deauville.
Normandy offers you the opportunity to travel back along the paths of William the Conqueror, Richard the Lionheart and Joan of Arc, discovering its architectural heritage, its charming chateaux, abbeys and museums. Normandy has also many sites, museums, monuments and events which recall a key period in modern history, June 6th 1944, when Allied troops liberate occupied France in WWII.
As the birthplace of the artistic revolution which was Impressionism, Normandy has motivated many artists to create works of art which are still in our consciousness to this day, offering them unique lighting, enchanted seascapes, amazing monuments and superb countryside. Having an international reputation for equestrian excellence, Normandy is a perfect destination for horse devotees. Here we find the Haras du Pin and Haras de Saint-Lô, and many key horse races and events.
Normandy is also really appreciated by lovers of gourmet food for its representative cheeses: Camembert, Livarot, Neufchâtel, Pont L’Evêque and drinks such as calvados, cider, pommeau and perry. Besides seafood you can also find the finest meat dishes.
You can reach Normandy easily by plane, train or by road, as it is just a two hour drive from Paris and its airports, Roissy-Charles de Gaulle and Orly, or from the port of Calais.
Normandy is a quiet relaxing and tranquil part of France is definitely an ideal destination for a dedicated trip or as part of a wider tour, offering a combination of France’s best countryside, heritage, culture, food and entertainment.
Sand yatch on the beach
Activities in Normandy
Sand yatch on the beach
For those companies looking for corporate challenges, Enyevent DMC offers the opportunity to discover the thrills of extreme sports with a sand yachting experience on the top spots of Normandy.
What is this sand yachting about? You will glide across the land in a wheeled vehicle powered solely by the wind through the use of a sail – just like a real yacht in fact, but you won’t sink! Historically, land sailing (or sand yachting) was used as a mode of transportation or recreation. Since the 1950s it has evolved primarily into a racing sport. This challenge is suitable for companies wishing to offer their employees a rich activity sensation.
An initial introductory phase allows the participants to get familiar with the yachts and, then, a graded challeng is organised, with the presentation of trophies to the winners if desired.
Races are organised in accordance with the safety conditions required for weather conditions and the skill level of the participants.
The races are approved by the French Sand Yachting Federation. The Association is affiliated with the French Handisport Federation.We will be able to combine this activity with a nice lunch on the beach, oyster tastings and many other gastronomic delights.
D-Day and the battle area
Activities in Normandie
D-Day and the battle area
We provide a quality and unusual expedition for exploring the sites of the Landings in Normandy and the battle area.
It is an idea of controlled coaching/teaching that examines the year 1944, a key year when sciences and techniques exploited on by the Allied Forces made the Liberation landings in Western Europe possible despite the more cutting-edge technologies of the Nazi occupying forces. By offering a unique “hands on” and dynamic experience, under the guidance of experts, with the vehicles and equipment of 1944, these programmes fill the gap left by traditional museums whose displays are behind glass, separated from the visitor and with often only a scripted commentary.
Through the five senses, the Academy approach is the key to a better understanding of the reality of 1944 as it impacted on the participants from different nations. A mobile, open-air museum, taking visitors to historic sites in vintage transport with on-board historians and D-Day memorabilia.
2CV tours
Activities in Normandie
2CV tours
Experience a half day self-drive tour in a legendary Citroen 2CV along the Touques Valley or La Côte Fleurie”.
Experience a half day self-drive tour in a legendary Citroen 2CV along the Touques Valley or La Côte Fleurie”.
The « Flowering Coast » is the spring like name given to the stretch of Normandy coast encompassing Honfleur and Deauville. Spend the morning or the afternoon on a fun tour of the region, discovering its picturesque villages, history and heritage. Departure are available from the car park or from the train station. Take charge of your 2CV and it’s off you go; the perfect way to discover the Touques valley with its unspoilt little villages. The cars will travel in a convoy with an activity leader. Each car receives an information pack and a special musical programme. At each stop, you can change drivers (minimum 21 years of age and a driving licence valid for at least two years). The excursion is highlighted with visits and stops to taste local products: the trip includes a visit of a Calvados distillery.
Tours and excursions
Activities in Normandie
Tours and excursions
Trying to get your customer off the beaten track and away from the crowds? Do you have special needs or requests for your group? With our guided tour, your customers will enjoy the day at their own pace, with a lot of freedom and flexibility. We will prepare for you the best tailor-made itinerary, according only to your customer’s interests! This will allow your guests to discover more of the area with an in-depth understanding of the local culture and history, and also gain an enriching exchange with one of our local guides, passionate about the region and its history.
Trying to get your customer off the beaten track and away from the crowds? Do you have special needs or requests for your group? With our guided tour, your customers will enjoy the day at their own pace, with a lot of freedom and flexibility. We will prepare for you the best tailor-made itinerary, according only to your customer’s interests! This will allow your guests to discover more of the area with an in-depth understanding of the local culture and history, and also gain an enriching exchange with one of our local guides, passionate about the region and its history.
The coast Tour
Le Havre, a major European port recognised by Unesco as a World Heritage Site, combines the attractions of a modern, vibrant city with the charm of a seaside resort. Etretat, a romantic seaside village on the Côte d’Albâtre overlooking the Channel, source of inspiration to artists and writers.
The Flowered Coast – Honfleur, Trouville, Deauville, Cabourg – were made popular in the 19th century when sea bathing became a fashionable pastime which has continued to this very day.
Caen, a thriving modern city, XXX is rich in history: William the Conqueror’s Ducal Castle, the Abbaye aux Hommes, the Abbaye aux Dames, and the Mémorial de Caen – a Peace Museum which takes an in-depth look at 20th century history. Bayeux is the perfect example of a medieval Norman town with its narrow paved streets and the cathedral, is also home to the world famous Bayeux Tapestry, a Unesco World Heritage Site. – certainly worth a visit to enjoy the complete cultural experience!
The inner Tour
Away from the coastal region the Normandy interior presents a wide choice of visitor destinations.
Alençon, ideally situated on the edge of the Normandy-Maine Nature Park, is internationally renowned for its UNESCO-listed needle point lace. Camembert, home to the famous cheese, is an enchanting Norman village. Rouen, an authentic Museum-City where Joan of Arc was burned, has a wonderful collection of medieval half-timbered houses, paved streets and its gothic churches and Notre-Dame cathedral.
Bagnoles-de-l’Orne, is a jewel of Belle Epoque architecture. This elegant nineteenth century spa town is set in the Orne countryside and offers a casino, racecourse, lake, cycle tracks and golf course – certainly there’s something for everyone!
Cruise and sea excursion
Activities in normandie
Cruise and sea excursion
Take a one-hour cruise in sheltered waters along the Cherbourg seafront and set out to discover this exceptional site and the incredible human adventure of its construction.
Take a one-hour cruise in sheltered waters along the Cherbourg seafront and set out to discover this exceptional site and the incredible human adventure of its construction.
Board at the Port Liberté and navigate around the largest artificial harbour in the world (1500 hectares). Started in the 18th century, this remains one of the largest work sites ever undertaken.
There are two possible departure points: the Swing Bridge and La Cité de la Mer. Different activities are offered: a sailing trip just for the pleasure, they may be accompanied by a guide-lecturer, sailing with fishing and breakfast, or snack or aperitif.
You can also enjoy a sailing excursion with a Regatta sailboat just for fun (just check the number of places available).
Outdoor lake activities
Activities in Normandie
Outdoor lake activities
Come and visit this lovely natural leisure centre just 3 minutes from the centre of the pretty village of Pont-L’Evêque.
Come and visit this lovely natural leisure centre just 3 minutes from the centre of the pretty village of Pont-L’Evêque.
This 300-acre park comprises a 4-star campsite, a snack bar, a 138-acre lake, a wooded park, a 4 km walk around the lake and a sandy beach as well as a four star camp site and snack bar. It is at just 15 km from Lisieux and 12 km from Deauville.
You can also enjoy a lot of fun activities: Skidoo, Jet Ski, fly board, tubing, mini quad-bikes, canoe river descents, and mini-golf and miniature cars.
We have also a Giant Zip Line Adventure Trail with 2 zip lines: one 300m-long and the other 255m-long. 3 work-stops allow you to reach the platform of departure at more than 17 m high. Try the amazing glide over the lake to the island. … This flight above the lake awaits you!