{"id":1442,"date":"2022-11-04T08:57:10","date_gmt":"2022-11-04T07:57:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/cathedral-normandy-churches\/"},"modified":"2026-04-23T16:26:26","modified_gmt":"2026-04-23T14:26:26","slug":"best-normandy-cathedral-church","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/best-normandy-cathedral-church\/","title":{"rendered":"Normandy: 27 cathedrals, churches, chapels&#8230; to visit!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Like the rest of France, Normandy has a rich religious architectural heritage.<br\/>We present below the <strong>7 cathedrals of Normandy <\/strong>as well as our selection of the most beautiful <strong>churches<\/strong> and <strong>chapels<\/strong> in Normandy, to help you discover the variety of religious buildings.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/cathedrals-Normandy-churches.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/cathedrals-Normandy-churches-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"cathedrales Normandie churches\" class=\"wp-image-987\"\/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Churches and cathedrals in Normandy<\/figcaption><a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/cathedrals-Normandy-churches.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-img-989\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/cathedrals-Normandy-churches-300x225.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This guide is completely <strong>independent<\/strong>, based on our experiences. We visited the region anonymously, making our own choices and paying our bills in full.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"t-1613982269966\">Religious heritage in Normandy<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Normandy has a long and rich history.<br\/>Cathedrals and other religious buildings have played a central role in this history.<br\/>Most of the cathedrals date back to the time when Normandy was almost a separate country. But many others date from different periods, giving you a very rich experience.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R23b-Rouen-Cathedral\/i-xXNXL44\/1\/43585493\/L\/cathedral_Rouen_Normandie-6081-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R23b-Rouen-Cathedral\/i-xXNXL44\/1\/43585493\/L\/cathedral_Rouen_Normandie-6081-L.jpg\" alt=\"Cathedrals in Normandy: Rouen\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R23b-Rouen-Cathedral\/i-xXNXL44\/1\/43585493\/L\/cathedral_Rouen_Normandie-6081-L.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-wpcp-wp-1\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R23b-Rouen-Cathedral\/i-xXNXL44\/1\/43585493\/L\/cathedral_Rouen_Normandie-6081-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The 7 cathedrals are listed below.<br\/>However, for churches and chapels, we&#8217;ve only selected our favourites, as there are too many to count!<br\/>They are among the <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/best-things-to-do-normandie\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">most beautiful places to visit in Normandy<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tab-con-4\">The 7 Cathedrals of Normandy<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Today, there are 7 cathedrals still standing in Normandy (but only 6 dioceses since the last reorganization).<br\/>They are all very different and well worth a visit.<br\/>It&#8217;s always mind-boggling to imagine how they were able to build and adorn these giants.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#1 Rouen Cathedral<\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/4a-Rouen\/i-CbrrqLD\/1\/392cba5d\/L\/IMG_4825-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/4a-Rouen\/i-CbrrqLD\/1\/392cba5d\/L\/IMG_4825-L.jpg\" alt=\"Rouen Cathedral\" title=\"Rouen Cathedral\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/4a-Rouen\/i-CbrrqLD\/1\/392cba5d\/L\/IMG_4825-L.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-wpcp-wp-2\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/4a-Rouen\/i-CbrrqLD\/1\/392cba5d\/L\/IMG_4825-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>A brief history<\/strong><br\/>The cathedral was built over 800 years, starting in the 12th century. It features elements ranging from early Gothic to Renaissance and late Flamboyant styles.<br\/>Several fires have destroyed parts of the cathedral over the years. But it has always been rebuilt and transformed.<br\/>During the Revolution, some of the furniture was sold or melted down, but it was transformed into the Temple of Reason and therefore protected.<br\/>During the Second World War, it was hit twice. But the sculptures and stained-glass windows had been protected. It reopened in 1956.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/rouen-cathedral-visit\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"7615\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Read more<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/4a-Rouen\/i-FW6nb2n\/1\/c7e0fe49\/L\/IMG_4828-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/4a-Rouen\/i-FW6nb2n\/1\/c7e0fe49\/L\/IMG_4828-L.jpg\" alt=\"Rouen Cathedral interior\" title=\"Rouen Cathedral interior\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/4a-Rouen\/i-FW6nb2n\/1\/c7e0fe49\/L\/IMG_4828-L.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-wpcp-wp-3\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/4a-Rouen\/i-FW6nb2n\/1\/c7e0fe49\/L\/IMG_4828-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Highlights<\/strong><br\/>Rouen is the most impressive of all cathedrals. But it&#8217;s also the most difficult to photograph because of its size (width and height).<br\/>The western front with its portals is absolutely splendid, with numerous sculptures.<br\/>What&#8217;s most surprising are the 3 towers in different styles. Only one has a spire (reaching 151m).<br\/>Inside, you&#8217;ll find an impressive nave, the tomb of Richard the Lionheart and preserved 13th-century stained glass windows. Did you know that the embalmed heart of Richard the Lionheart was first sent to Rouen Cathedral before being stored in the city&#8217;s Museum of Antiquities?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Location<\/strong><br\/>In the center of <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/best-things-to-do-rouen\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"7890\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Rouen<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?city=-1462807&amp;nflt=review_score%253D90%253Breview_score%253D80&amp;aid=2281719&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See the best rated accommodations in Rouen<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#2 Coutances Cathedral<\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R6d-Cathedrale-Coutances\/i-sdf9kcw\/3\/9616065f\/L\/Cathedrale_Coutances_Normandie-9273-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R6d-Cathedrale-Coutances\/i-sdf9kcw\/3\/9616065f\/L\/Cathedrale_Coutances_Normandie-9273-L.jpg\" alt=\"Coutances Cathedral\" title=\"Coutances Cathedral\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R6d-Cathedrale-Coutances\/i-sdf9kcw\/3\/9616065f\/L\/Cathedrale_Coutances_Normandie-9273-L.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-wpcp-wp-4\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R6d-Cathedrale-Coutances\/i-sdf9kcw\/3\/9616065f\/L\/Cathedrale_Coutances_Normandie-9273-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>A brief history<\/strong><br\/>The current Gothic cathedral, built in the 13th century.<br\/>Compared with other cathedrals, this one has remained pretty much as it was when it was built. It was fortunate not to suffer too much damage during the Wars of Religion, the Revolution and the Second World War.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R6d-Cathedrale-Coutances\/i-893btsN\/3\/1f43f00c\/L\/Cathedrale_Coutances_Normandie-5059-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R6d-Cathedrale-Coutances\/i-893btsN\/3\/1f43f00c\/L\/Cathedrale_Coutances_Normandie-5059-L.jpg\" alt=\"Coutances Cathedral interior\" title=\"Coutances Cathedral interior\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R6d-Cathedrale-Coutances\/i-893btsN\/3\/1f43f00c\/L\/Cathedrale_Coutances_Normandie-5059-L.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-wpcp-wp-5\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R6d-Cathedrale-Coutances\/i-893btsN\/3\/1f43f00c\/L\/Cathedrale_Coutances_Normandie-5059-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Highlights<\/strong><br\/>The cathedral is in classic Gothic style, with long vertical lines. The twin towers are 80 m high.<br\/>Admire the proportion and symmetry.<br\/>Inside, it&#8217;s one of my favorite naves. The sculpted columns and upper levels are magnificent.<br\/>And you can still see 13th-century stained glass windows and medieval floor tiles.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Location<\/strong><br\/>In the center of Coutances. It dominates the city and can be seen from afar (some say from Jersey Island).<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?city=-1422522&amp;nflt=review_score%253D90%253Breview_score%253D80&amp;aid=2281719\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See the best rated accommodations in Coutances<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#3 Bayeux Cathedral<\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R21g-Bayeux\/i-pTc5kD4\/3\/bcb2aca7\/L\/cathedrale_bayeux_Normandie-6104-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R21g-Bayeux\/i-pTc5kD4\/3\/bcb2aca7\/L\/cathedrale_bayeux_Normandie-6104-L.jpg\" alt=\"Bayeux Cathedral\" title=\"Bayeux Cathedral\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R21g-Bayeux\/i-pTc5kD4\/3\/bcb2aca7\/L\/cathedrale_bayeux_Normandie-6104-L.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-wpcp-wp-6\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R21g-Bayeux\/i-pTc5kD4\/3\/bcb2aca7\/L\/cathedrale_bayeux_Normandie-6104-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>A brief history<\/strong><br\/>It is known as Notre-Dame de Bayeux. Before being housed in the museum, it was here that the famous Bayeux tapestry was exhibited.<br\/>The present cathedral was consecrated in the 11th century in the presence of William, King of England and Duke of Normandy.<br\/>It was damaged in the 12th century and rebuilt in Gothic style.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/bayeux-cathedral-notre-dame\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"4382\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Read more<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R21g-Bayeux\/i-c5CCZwp\/3\/e239bb0e\/L\/cathedrale_bayeux_Normandie-6106-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R21g-Bayeux\/i-c5CCZwp\/3\/e239bb0e\/L\/cathedrale_bayeux_Normandie-6106-L.jpg\" alt=\"Bayeux Cathedral crypt\" title=\"Bayeux Cathedral crypt\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R21g-Bayeux\/i-c5CCZwp\/3\/e239bb0e\/L\/cathedrale_bayeux_Normandie-6106-L.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-wpcp-wp-7\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R21g-Bayeux\/i-c5CCZwp\/3\/e239bb0e\/L\/cathedrale_bayeux_Normandie-6106-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Highlights<\/strong><br\/>Enjoy walking around the cathedral and seeing the different layers of architecture.<br\/>Inside, you can admire the detailed sculptures around the nave.<br\/>But the main attraction is the crypt and its frescoes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Location<\/strong><br\/>In the center of <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/best-things-to-do-bayeux-visit\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"4731\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bayeux<\/a>.<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?city=-1410836&amp;nflt=review_score%253D90%253Breview_score%253D80&amp;aid=2281719&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See the best rated accommodations in Bayeux<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#d9e3de;margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns inverse box_planif has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"background-color:#d9e3de\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:58%\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\" style=\"padding-top:10px\">OUR ADVICE FOR <span>RENTING A CAR<\/span> IN<span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\"> Normandy<\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"font-size:14px\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Compare prices on our preferred platform: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/france?a_aid=zigzag&amp;chan=NL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">DiscoverCars<\/a> &#8211; one of the best rated sites.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choose a <strong>car that is comfortable enough <\/strong>(distances can be long) but <strong>compact<\/strong> (some parking lots and villages are narrow).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Remember to take out<strong>comprehensive insurance<\/strong> (some roads are winding and narrow).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There is a lot of demand, <strong>book it early<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column planif-radius-2 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:42%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full voiture_image\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Yport_Normandie-3328.png\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"421\" height=\"533\" 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12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>A brief history<\/strong><br\/>It is known as Notre-Dame d&#8217;Evreux. It was built in the 10th century and the arcades are still in the Romanesque style.<br\/>However, most of the original building was destroyed by fire in the 12th century.<br\/>The cathedral features elements from different periods, such as the west facade, which dates back to the 16th century.<br\/>Unfortunately, most of the stained glass windows were destroyed during the Second World War. They were restored in 1953.<br\/>Its arrow reaches 75m.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R14e-Evreux\/i-bxB46Tp\/3\/fa59856b\/L\/cathedrale_Evreux_Normandie-2096-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R14e-Evreux\/i-bxB46Tp\/3\/fa59856b\/L\/cathedrale_Evreux_Normandie-2096-L.jpg\" alt=\"&#xC9;vreux Cathedral interior\" title=\"&#xC9;vreux Cathedral interior\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R14e-Evreux\/i-bxB46Tp\/3\/fa59856b\/L\/cathedrale_Evreux_Normandie-2096-L.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-wpcp-wp-9\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R14e-Evreux\/i-bxB46Tp\/3\/fa59856b\/L\/cathedrale_Evreux_Normandie-2096-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Highlights<\/strong><br\/>For this cathedral, I prefer the side views to the fa\u00e7ade. The bows and arrows are splendid.<br\/>Inside, don&#8217;t miss the Gothic choir with its colorful windows.<br\/>Another point of interest is the location of the Iton River right in front of the cathedral.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Location<\/strong><br\/>In the center of Evreux.<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?city=-1426096&amp;nflt=review_score%253D90%253Breview_score%253D80&amp;aid=2281719\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See the top-rated accommodations in Evreux.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#5 S\u00e9es Cathedral<\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R12e-Sees\/i-6Vr5zDm\/3\/a691d608\/L\/cathedrale_Sees_Normandie-5496-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R12e-Sees\/i-6Vr5zDm\/3\/a691d608\/L\/cathedrale_Sees_Normandie-5496-L.jpg\" alt=\"S&#xE9;es Cathedral\" title=\"S&#xE9;es Cathedral\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R12e-Sees\/i-6Vr5zDm\/3\/a691d608\/L\/cathedrale_Sees_Normandie-5496-L.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-wpcp-wp-10\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R12e-Sees\/i-6Vr5zDm\/3\/a691d608\/L\/cathedrale_Sees_Normandie-5496-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>A brief history<\/strong><br\/>This is one of Normandy&#8217;s lesser-known cathedrals.<br\/>It was built in the 13th and 14th centuries. It was consecrated in 1310.<br\/>It has suffered a great deal throughout history, and was not built on solid foundations. It is therefore constantly being restored and consolidated.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Highlights<\/strong><br\/>The interior dimensions are beautifully proportioned, in my opinion.<br\/>And the stained-glass rosettes are magnificent.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Location<\/strong><br\/>In the heart of the town of S\u00e9es.<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?city=-1470130&amp;nflt=review_score%253D90%253Breview_score%253D80&amp;aid=2281719\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See the best rated accommodations in S\u00e9es.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#6 Lisieux Cathedral  <\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R10f-Lisieux\/i-fQJSGv8\/3\/b7b80b16\/L\/cathedrale_Lisieux_Normandie-0917-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R10f-Lisieux\/i-fQJSGv8\/3\/b7b80b16\/L\/cathedrale_Lisieux_Normandie-0917-L.jpg\" alt=\"Lisieux Cathedral  \" title=\"Lisieux Cathedral  \"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R10f-Lisieux\/i-fQJSGv8\/3\/b7b80b16\/L\/cathedrale_Lisieux_Normandie-0917-L.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-wpcp-wp-11\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R10f-Lisieux\/i-fQJSGv8\/3\/b7b80b16\/L\/cathedrale_Lisieux_Normandie-0917-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>A brief history<\/strong><br\/>The current building was constructed in the 12th and 13th centuries. And you can see the rather severe architecture of the early Gothic style. The south tower dates from the 16th century, with a 17th-century spire.<br\/>The town was badly damaged during the Second World War, but the cathedral has been preserved.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Highlights<\/strong><br\/>The cathedral is often overlooked, as Lisieux is home to an impressive modern basilica (more on this below). However, the contrast between the 2 buildings is interesting to look at. And that&#8217;s where Th\u00e9r\u00e8se Martin went to mass. The basilica is dedicated to her.<br\/>It houses the tomb of Bishop Cauchon, who judged Joan of Arc.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Location<\/strong><br\/>In the center of <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/best-things-to-do-lisieux-normandie-visit\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"17080\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lisieux<\/a>.<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?city=-1447257&amp;nflt=review_score%253D90%253Breview_score%253D80&amp;aid=2281719\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See the best rated accommodations in Lisieux<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#7 Le Havre Cathedral<\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/visit-Le-Havre-cathedral-Notre-Dame.jpeg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/visit-Le-Havre-cathedral-Notre-Dame.jpeg\" alt=\"Le Havre Cathedral\" title=\"Le Havre Cathedral\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/visit-Le-Havre-cathedral-Notre-Dame.jpeg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-wpcp-wp-12\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/visit-Le-Havre-cathedral-Notre-Dame.jpeg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>First of all, let me warn you, this cathedral doesn&#8217;t look like a cathedral. It&#8217;s not huge like the others. But don&#8217;t be disappointed, Le Havre is also home to one of Normandy&#8217;s most surprising churches (see next section).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>A brief history<\/strong><br\/>The building dates back to the 16th and 17th centuries (since the town was founded in 1517). It was consecrated as a cathedral in 1974.<br\/>It&#8217;s quite impressive that it&#8217;s still standing, as most of the city was destroyed during the Second World War. It was also damaged, but has now been restored to its original form. Today, it&#8217;s one of the city&#8217;s oldest buildings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/visit-cathedral-notre-dame-le-havre\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"12153\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Read more<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/photos\/i-jgTrW8X\/0\/58b7e710\/L\/i-jgTrW8X-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/photos\/i-jgTrW8X\/0\/58b7e710\/L\/i-jgTrW8X-L.jpg\" alt=\"organ\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/photos\/i-jgTrW8X\/0\/58b7e710\/L\/i-jgTrW8X-L.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-wpcp-wp-13\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/photos\/i-jgTrW8X\/0\/58b7e710\/L\/i-jgTrW8X-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Highlights<\/strong><br\/>Enjoy the completely different style of this cathedral. It features a blend of Baroque, Gothic and Renaissance styles &#8211; particularly the Renaissance fa\u00e7ade, whose Ionic columns contrast with the large square tower.<br\/>Inside, feel the years of history and everything she&#8217;s seen.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Location<\/strong><br\/>Just a few minutes&#8217; walk from the town hall. In the midst of Le <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/best-things-do-le-havre-normandy\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"7619\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Havre<\/a>&#8216;s Unesco-listed architecture.<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?city=-1441598&amp;nflt=review_score%253D90%253Breview_score%253D80&amp;aid=2281719\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See the top-rated accommodations in Le Havre.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Map of Normandy Cathedrals<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Below is a map to help you locate them in the region:<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large image-border-class\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Cathedrals-normandy-Map.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Cathedrals-normandy-Map-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"cathedrals in normandy map\" class=\"wp-image-993\" title=\"cathedrale normandie map\"\/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Cathedrals in Normandy &#8211; Map<\/figcaption><a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Cathedrals-normandy-Map.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-img-995\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Cathedrals-normandy-Map-300x225.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#fefefe;margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\" style=\"max-width:700px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns inverse is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:58%\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\" style=\"padding-top:10px\">USE OUR GUIDE TO PLAN A  <br\/><span>DREAM TRIP<\/span> TO <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Normandy<\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:14px\">All the information you need for your trip:<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"font-size:14px\" id=\"liste_discover\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>8 maps that make planning easier<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>160+ pre-selected locations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Practical advice<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>300+ photos to help you choose<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons has-custom-font-size bouton_10 is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex 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href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Box-Ebook-Normandy-EN.png\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Box-Ebook-Normandy-EN.png\" alt=\"Box Ebook Corsica FR\" style=\"width:203px;height:157px\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Box-Ebook-Normandy-EN.png\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-wpcp-wp-14\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Box-Ebook-Normandy-EN.png\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tab-con-5\">10 most beautiful churches in Normandy<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now let&#8217;s take a look at the churches. Almost every village, town and city has at least one church. Many have several.<br\/>I won&#8217;t list them all here.<br\/>The list below includes churches that have something special, something different that, in my opinion, makes them fascinating to visit. This is a personal selection.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#1 \u00c9glise Saint-Joseph in Le Havre<\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/France\/Le-Havre-2\/i-hWL2kCN\/1\/2c90c687\/L\/IMG_0554-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/France\/Le-Havre-2\/i-hWL2kCN\/1\/2c90c687\/L\/IMG_0554-L.jpg\" alt=\"Saint-Joseph church in Le Havre\" title=\"Saint-Joseph church in Le Havre\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/France\/Le-Havre-2\/i-hWL2kCN\/1\/2c90c687\/L\/IMG_0554-L.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-wpcp-wp-15\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/France\/Le-Havre-2\/i-hWL2kCN\/1\/2c90c687\/L\/IMG_0554-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>A brief history<\/strong><br\/>Built between 1951 and 1957, the interior was not completed until 1964. Architect Auguste Perret never saw it built.<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/visit-church-saint-joseph-le-havre\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"12069\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Find out more.<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Highlights<\/strong><br\/>It has a unique square structure with Auguste Perret&#8217;s characteristic style &#8211; the base is square, and the tower is 107m high and hollow in the middle. It stands on its corners!<br\/>Step inside when the sun is shining &#8211; the colors of the stained glass are reflected everywhere!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Location<\/strong><br\/>In the center of Le Havre. Near the waterfront<br\/>See our article on the <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/best-things-to-do-le-havre-normandy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">best things to do in Le Havre.<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?city=-1441598&amp;nflt=review_score%253D90%253Breview_score%253D80&amp;aid=2281719\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See the best-rated accommodations in Le Havre<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#2 \u00c9glise Sainte Catherine in Honfleur<\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/Honfleur\/i-LXmwjmk\/8\/e3948c2a\/L\/Honfleur_eglise_sainte_catherine_France-6245-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/Honfleur\/i-LXmwjmk\/8\/e3948c2a\/L\/Honfleur_eglise_sainte_catherine_France-6245-L.jpg\" alt=\"Sainte Catherine Church in Honfleur\" title=\"Sainte Catherine Church in Honfleur\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/Honfleur\/i-LXmwjmk\/8\/e3948c2a\/L\/Honfleur_eglise_sainte_catherine_France-6245-L.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-wpcp-wp-16\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/Honfleur\/i-LXmwjmk\/8\/e3948c2a\/L\/Honfleur_eglise_sainte_catherine_France-6245-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>A brief history<\/strong><br\/>Built in the second half of the 15th century.<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/church-saint-catherine-honfleur\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"3779\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Find out more.<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Highlights<\/strong><br\/>It&#8217;s so amazing that this church is still standing. It is built almost entirely of wood, which is very rare in France.<br\/>Take time to look at the exterior with the roof and sides partially covered with chestnut shingles. Note also the shape of the bell tower, separated from the church (to protect parishioners in the event of fire).<br\/>Then go inside. What do you notice?<br\/>It looks like an upside-down boat. This is because the first nave was built using naval techniques.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Location<\/strong><br\/>Right next to Honfleur harbor &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/things-to-do-honfleur-normandy-france\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">see our article with the best things to do in Honfleur<\/a>.<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?city=-1432206&amp;nflt=review_score%253D90%253Breview_score%253D80&amp;aid=2281719&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See the top-rated accommodations in Honfleur<\/a> or for our reviews, <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/where-stay-honfleur-best-hotel-review\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">our article on Where to sleep in Honfleur<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>#3 Old St. Peter&#8217;s Church Stephen in Caen<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R20g-Caen\/i-PtCTs2r\/3\/612d68ab\/L\/caen_Normandie-4484-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R20g-Caen\/i-PtCTs2r\/3\/612d68ab\/L\/caen_Normandie-4484-L.jpg\" alt=\"Old Church of St. Peter St. Stephen's in Caen\" title=\"Old Church of St. Peter St. Stephen's in Caen\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R20g-Caen\/i-PtCTs2r\/3\/612d68ab\/L\/caen_Normandie-4484-L.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-wpcp-wp-17\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R20g-Caen\/i-PtCTs2r\/3\/612d68ab\/L\/caen_Normandie-4484-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>A brief history<\/strong><br\/>Probably founded in the 10th century. It was heavily damaged several times in the course of history, as it was located along the city walls.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Highlights<\/strong><br\/>It&#8217;s not the most original in terms of structure. But the half-destroyed, half-standing situation really caught my attention.<br\/>We find the balance very beautiful, and I couldn&#8217;t help admiring it, even though it&#8217;s right next to the magnificent Abbaye-aux-Hommes.<br\/>That&#8217;s why we&#8217;ve decided to include it here.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Location<\/strong><br\/>In the center of <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/best-things-to-do-caen-visit\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"9929\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Caen<\/a>, Calvados department.<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?city=-1416098&amp;nflt=review_score%253D90%253Breview_score%253D80&amp;aid=2281719&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See the top-rated accommodations in Caen.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#4 \u00c9glise Saint-Martin in Yport<\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R18a-Yport\/i-g5vGvX2\/2\/65f9601f\/L\/Yport_Normandie-3328-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R18a-Yport\/i-g5vGvX2\/2\/65f9601f\/L\/Yport_Normandie-3328-L.jpg\" alt=\"&#xC9;glise Saint-Martin in Yport\" title=\"&#xC9;glise Saint-Martin in Yport\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R18a-Yport\/i-g5vGvX2\/2\/65f9601f\/L\/Yport_Normandie-3328-L.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-wpcp-wp-18\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R18a-Yport\/i-g5vGvX2\/2\/65f9601f\/L\/Yport_Normandie-3328-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>A brief history<\/strong><br\/>From the 19th century<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Highlights<\/strong><br\/>Yport is one of our <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/most-beautiful-villages-normandy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">favorite villages in Normandy<\/a>. It&#8217;s not the most famous, but we love its atmosphere.<br\/>This is partly due to the typical architecture of the houses and the church with its two-tone stone walls.<br\/>What&#8217;s more, the church tower with its two mini-towers is absolutely charming.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Location<\/strong><br\/>In the village of Yport, along the Alabaster coast.<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?city=-1478276&amp;nflt=review_score%253D90%253Breview_score%253D80&amp;aid=2281719&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See the top-rated accommodations in Yport.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#5 Saint-Julien church in Domfront<\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R4b-Domfront\/i-3MkH4Zw\/3\/cc23df0f\/L\/eglise_Domfront_Normandie-4915-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R4b-Domfront\/i-3MkH4Zw\/3\/cc23df0f\/L\/eglise_Domfront_Normandie-4915-L.jpg\" alt=\"Saint-Julien Church in Domfront\" title=\"Saint-Julien Church in Domfront\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R4b-Domfront\/i-3MkH4Zw\/3\/cc23df0f\/L\/eglise_Domfront_Normandie-4915-L.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-wpcp-wp-19\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R4b-Domfront\/i-3MkH4Zw\/3\/cc23df0f\/L\/eglise_Domfront_Normandie-4915-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>A brief history<\/strong><br\/>Built in 1924 in neo-Byzantine style.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Highlights<\/strong><br\/>This church of St. Julien has a very unique style &#8211; it was built in reinforced concrete with a surprising shape on a square plan.<br\/>And don&#8217;t miss the Byzantine-style mosaics inside.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Location<\/strong><br\/>In the old center of <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/best-things-to-do-domfront-normandy-visit\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"15534\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Domfront en Poiraie<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?city=-1424161&amp;nflt=review_score%253D90%253Breview_score%253D80&amp;aid=2281719\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See the best rated accommodations in Domfront<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#6 \u00c9glise Saint-Pierre la Vieille<\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R3b-Suisse-Normande\/i-7w48JbM\/3\/1e67cdc2\/L\/Route_Suisse_Normande_Normandie-8116-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R3b-Suisse-Normande\/i-7w48JbM\/3\/1e67cdc2\/L\/Route_Suisse_Normande_Normandie-8116-L.jpg\" alt=\"Saint-Pierre la Vieille Church\" title=\"Saint-Pierre la Vieille Church\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R3b-Suisse-Normande\/i-7w48JbM\/3\/1e67cdc2\/L\/Route_Suisse_Normande_Normandie-8116-L.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-wpcp-wp-20\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R3b-Suisse-Normande\/i-7w48JbM\/3\/1e67cdc2\/L\/Route_Suisse_Normande_Normandie-8116-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>A brief history<\/strong><br\/>Originally built in the 15th century and subsequently restored.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Highlights<\/strong><br\/>We&#8217;ve always enjoyed the church towers of western Normandy. They&#8217;re basic but quite elegant, we think.<br\/>But this church was more surprising, with 5 large windows on each side.<br\/>As we walked towards it, we were fascinated by the structure.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Location<\/strong><br\/>In the village of Saint-Pierre la Vieille, in Suisse Normande<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?city=-1420651&amp;nflt=review_score%253D90%253Breview_score%253D80&amp;aid=2281719\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See the best rated accommodations in Cl\u00e9cy.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#7 \u00c9glise Saint-Germain in Argentan<\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R2e-Argentan\/i-zVzSCxv\/3\/58527697\/L\/Argentan_Normandie-4827-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R2e-Argentan\/i-zVzSCxv\/3\/58527697\/L\/Argentan_Normandie-4827-L.jpg\" alt=\"&#xC9;glise Saint-Germain in Argentan\" title=\"&#xC9;glise Saint-Germain in Argentan\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R2e-Argentan\/i-zVzSCxv\/3\/58527697\/L\/Argentan_Normandie-4827-L.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-wpcp-wp-21\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R2e-Argentan\/i-zVzSCxv\/3\/58527697\/L\/Argentan_Normandie-4827-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>A brief history<\/strong><br\/>Built in the 15th century and completed in the 18th.<br\/>Originally built in the flamboyant Gothic style (hence the flame motifs), the building was completed in the Renaissance style.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Highlights<\/strong><br\/>This church is a little more classical than the others listed. But the surprising thing is that it looks like a cathedral, which is why I included it.<br\/>Enjoy the magnificent 15th-century porch, lantern tower and bell tower. The proportions seem almost perfect.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Location<\/strong><br\/>In the town of Argentan, Orne department.<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?city=-1408256&amp;nflt=review_score%253D90%253Breview_score%253D80&amp;aid=2281719\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See the top-rated accommodations in Argentan.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#8 Saint-Nicolas Church in Barfleur<\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R9d-barfleur\/i-kZp74Xb\/3\/025c7904\/L\/eglise_Barfleur_Normandie-0472-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R9d-barfleur\/i-kZp74Xb\/3\/025c7904\/L\/eglise_Barfleur_Normandie-0472-L.jpg\" alt=\"Saint-Nicolas Church in Barfleur\" title=\"Saint-Nicolas Church in Barfleur\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R9d-barfleur\/i-kZp74Xb\/3\/025c7904\/L\/eglise_Barfleur_Normandie-0472-L.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-wpcp-wp-22\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R9d-barfleur\/i-kZp74Xb\/3\/025c7904\/L\/eglise_Barfleur_Normandie-0472-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>A brief history<\/strong><br\/>The current church was built between the 17th and 18th centuries (it has already been destroyed twice).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Highlights<\/strong><br\/>I was surprised by this church. It has a very unique architecture, and its seaside location in <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/barfleur-normandy-gatteville-lighthouse\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">the charming village of Barfleur<\/a> contributes to this.<br\/>It features a variety of roof shapes: classic triangular, square tower, domed, angular&#8230; There&#8217;s no boring angle to look at.<br\/>But what I find most surprising is the square tower. It makes the church look like a small castle.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Location<\/strong><br\/>In the village of Barfleur.<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?city=-1410372&amp;nflt=review_score%253D90%253Breview_score%253D80&amp;aid=2281719&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See the best-rated accommodations in the region<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#9 Church of Saint-C\u00e9n\u00e9ri-le-G\u00e9rei  <\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R13c-Saint-Ceneri\/i-rr7KK8H\/3\/9293c021\/L\/Saint_Ceneri_le_Gerei_Normandie-5552-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R13c-Saint-Ceneri\/i-rr7KK8H\/3\/9293c021\/L\/Saint_Ceneri_le_Gerei_Normandie-5552-L.jpg\" alt=\"Church of Saint-C&#xE9;n&#xE9;ri-le-G&#xE9;rei  \" title=\"Church of Saint-C&#xE9;n&#xE9;ri-le-G&#xE9;rei  \"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R13c-Saint-Ceneri\/i-rr7KK8H\/3\/9293c021\/L\/Saint_Ceneri_le_Gerei_Normandie-5552-L.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-wpcp-wp-23\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R13c-Saint-Ceneri\/i-rr7KK8H\/3\/9293c021\/L\/Saint_Ceneri_le_Gerei_Normandie-5552-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>A brief history<\/strong><br\/>The current church is in Roman style. It was built in 1089 by the Giroie family on the site of the wooden church built by Saint-C\u00e9n\u00e9ri (destroyed in 903 by the Normans).<br\/>The bell tower was added in the 12th century.<br\/>Modifications were made in the 14th and 19th centuries, notably to the windows.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Highlights<\/strong><br\/>The church is famous for its magnificent murals, some of which probably date back to the 12th century, but most of which date from the 16th to the 20th century.<br\/>The oldest had been plastered over in 1650 and were rediscovered in 1828.<br\/>The vault is particularly interesting in my opinion. It has also been plastered over. But in 1980, it was restored and 40 angel musicians were found inside.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Location<\/strong><br\/>In the village of Saint-C\u00e9n\u00e9ri-le-G\u00e9rei &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/saint-ceneri-gerei-normandy-village\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">read more in this article<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?city=-1407066&amp;nflt=review_score%253D90%253Breview_score%253D80&amp;aid=2281719\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See the best rated accommodations in Alen\u00e7on<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#10 \u00c9glise Saint-Gervais Saint-Protais in Gisors<\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R16c-Gisors\/i-Szr7fWP\/3\/9dd46c87\/L\/eglise_gisors_Normandie-2410-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R16c-Gisors\/i-Szr7fWP\/3\/9dd46c87\/L\/eglise_gisors_Normandie-2410-L.jpg\" alt=\"&#xC9;glise Saint-Gervais Saint-Protais in Gisors\" title=\"&#xC9;glise Saint-Gervais Saint-Protais in Gisors\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R16c-Gisors\/i-Szr7fWP\/3\/9dd46c87\/L\/eglise_gisors_Normandie-2410-L.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-wpcp-wp-24\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R16c-Gisors\/i-Szr7fWP\/3\/9dd46c87\/L\/eglise_gisors_Normandie-2410-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>A brief history<\/strong><br\/>Built between 1494 and 1657.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Highlights<\/strong><br\/>Beautiful stained glass windows &#8211; old and new<br\/>The organ has been used by famous organists such as Louis Couperin.<br\/>The many sculptures on the columns.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Location<\/strong><br\/>In the town of Gisors, not far from the castle.<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?city=-1429444&amp;nflt=review_score%253D90%253Breview_score%253D80&amp;aid=2281719\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See the best rated accommodations in Gisors.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tab-con-11\">6 most beautiful chapels in Normandy<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now let&#8217;s go a little smaller.<br\/>Most of the chapels are fairly rudimentary, rectangular in shape and sparsely decorated. Despite this, some of them have inspired painters (such as the chapel not far from the church of Saint-C\u00e9n\u00e9ri-le-G\u00e9rei) because of their location.<br\/>However, there are a few lovely chapels that we think you shouldn&#8217;t miss in Normandy.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#1 Chapelle Notre-Dame du bon port in Saint-Val\u00e9ry-en-Caux<\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R18f-Saint-Valery-amont\/i-BnN4jNV\/2\/e730f2d1\/L\/eglise_saint_Valery_en_Caux_Normandie-3713-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R18f-Saint-Valery-amont\/i-BnN4jNV\/2\/e730f2d1\/L\/eglise_saint_Valery_en_Caux_Normandie-3713-L.jpg\" alt=\"Notre Dame du bon port&quot; chapel in Saint-Val&#xE9;ry-en-Caux\" title=\"Notre Dame du bon port&quot; chapel in Saint-Val&#xE9;ry-en-Caux\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R18f-Saint-Valery-amont\/i-BnN4jNV\/2\/e730f2d1\/L\/eglise_saint_Valery_en_Caux_Normandie-3713-L.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-wpcp-wp-25\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R18f-Saint-Valery-amont\/i-BnN4jNV\/2\/e730f2d1\/L\/eglise_saint_Valery_en_Caux_Normandie-3713-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>A brief history<\/strong><br\/>This one is fairly recent. The former chapel was destroyed during the Second World War.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Highlights<\/strong><br\/>The trapezoid shape.<br\/>The highlights of the chapel are the stained glass windows that cover a large part of the walls.<br\/>Stepping inside is fascinating, especially on a sunny day.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Location<\/strong><br\/>In the town of Saint-Valery-en-Caux, on the <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/cote-albatre-normandy-alabaster-coast\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Alabaster coast.<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?city=-1468762&amp;nflt=review_score%253D90%253Breview_score%253D80&amp;aid=2281719\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See the top-rated accommodations in Saint-Val\u00e9ry en Caux<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#2 Chapelle Notre Dame de la Garde in \u00c9tretat<\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/Etretat-falaise-amont\/i-7Mf5znv\/8\/a986a0e8\/L\/notre_dame_garde_eglise_etretat_normandie-6668-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/Etretat-falaise-amont\/i-7Mf5znv\/8\/a986a0e8\/L\/notre_dame_garde_eglise_etretat_normandie-6668-L.jpg\" alt=\"Notre Dame de la Garde chapel in &#xC9;tretat\" title=\"Notre Dame de la Garde chapel in &#xC9;tretat\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/Etretat-falaise-amont\/i-7Mf5znv\/8\/a986a0e8\/L\/notre_dame_garde_eglise_etretat_normandie-6668-L.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-wpcp-wp-26\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/Etretat-falaise-amont\/i-7Mf5znv\/8\/a986a0e8\/L\/notre_dame_garde_eglise_etretat_normandie-6668-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>A brief history<\/strong><br\/>This chapel is often the one people have in mind when they say \u00c9tretat church.<br\/>It was first built around 1855 and is dedicated to the Blessed Virgin. However, it was destroyed in 1942 by the Germans and a new one was rebuilt and inaugurated in 1950 (in a very different style).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Highlights<\/strong><br\/>It is considered a chapel for sailors, protecting them from the cliffs. Note the fish-shaped gargoyles.<br\/>But what really makes it special are its locations overlooking the cliffs of \u00c9tretat.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Location<\/strong><br\/>Atop the cliffs north of the town of <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/things-to-do-etretat-normandy\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"1078\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\u00c9tretat<\/a> (no access by car).  <br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?city=-1426006&amp;nflt=review_score%253D90%253Breview_score%253D80&amp;aid=2281719&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See top rated accommodations in \u00c9tretat<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#3 Chapelle Notre dame de Gr\u00e2ce in Honfleur<\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/Autour-Honfleur\/i-68fJFjP\/8\/aeb69d91\/L\/Honfleur_chapelle_Notre_dame_de_Grace-6463-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/Autour-Honfleur\/i-68fJFjP\/8\/aeb69d91\/L\/Honfleur_chapelle_Notre_dame_de_Grace-6463-L.jpg\" alt=\"Chapelle Notre dame de Gr&#xE2;ce in Honfleur\" title=\"Chapelle Notre dame de Gr&#xE2;ce in Honfleur\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/Autour-Honfleur\/i-68fJFjP\/8\/aeb69d91\/L\/Honfleur_chapelle_Notre_dame_de_Grace-6463-L.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-wpcp-wp-27\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/Autour-Honfleur\/i-68fJFjP\/8\/aeb69d91\/L\/Honfleur_chapelle_Notre_dame_de_Grace-6463-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>A brief history<\/strong><br\/>Built in the 17th century, it is dedicated to the Virgin Mary.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Highlights<\/strong><br\/>This chapel is richly decorated with paintings and models of ships offered as ex-voto by sailors.<br\/>Note the bells just outside the bell tower.<br\/>The nearby belvedere offers a beautiful view of the estuary.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Location<\/strong><br\/>Above the town of Honfleur, on the &#8220;Plateau de Gr\u00e2ce&#8221;, hidden in the trees.<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?city=-1432206&amp;nflt=review_score%253D90%253Breview_score%253D80&amp;aid=2281719&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See the best rated accommodations in Honfleur<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#4 Chapelle Saint-Adrien in Belbeuf  <\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R17a-Belbeuf\/i-Lf2P8zF\/3\/845b514c\/L\/Chapelle_Troglodytique_Belbeuf_Normandie-2812-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R17a-Belbeuf\/i-Lf2P8zF\/3\/845b514c\/L\/Chapelle_Troglodytique_Belbeuf_Normandie-2812-L.jpg\" alt=\"Saint-Adrien chapel in Belbeuf  \" title=\"Saint-Adrien chapel in Belbeuf  \"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R17a-Belbeuf\/i-Lf2P8zF\/3\/845b514c\/L\/Chapelle_Troglodytique_Belbeuf_Normandie-2812-L.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-wpcp-wp-28\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R17a-Belbeuf\/i-Lf2P8zF\/3\/845b514c\/L\/Chapelle_Troglodytique_Belbeuf_Normandie-2812-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>A brief history<\/strong><br\/>The current chapel was built in the 18th century. However, a chapel was established in the grotto from the 16th century onwards.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Highlights<\/strong><br\/>It is partly troglodytic and features half-timbered walls and a thatched roof !!!!!<br\/>Admire it from the riverside parking lot.<br\/>Very limited access.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Location<\/strong><br\/>Village of Belbeuf, just south of Rouen.<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?city=-1462807&amp;nflt=review_score%253D90%253Breview_score%253D80&amp;aid=2281719&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See the top-rated accommodations in Rouen.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#5 Chapel \/ Hermitage Saint Gerbold<\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R6b-Chateau-Gratot\/i-cKxdQTg\/3\/afdbb637\/L\/Ermitage_saint_Gerbold_Normandie-9189-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R6b-Chateau-Gratot\/i-cKxdQTg\/3\/afdbb637\/L\/Ermitage_saint_Gerbold_Normandie-9189-L.jpg\" alt=\"Chapel \/ Hermitage Saint Gerbold\" title=\"Chapel \/ Hermitage Saint Gerbold\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R6b-Chateau-Gratot\/i-cKxdQTg\/3\/afdbb637\/L\/Ermitage_saint_Gerbold_Normandie-9189-L.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-wpcp-wp-29\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R6b-Chateau-Gratot\/i-cKxdQTg\/3\/afdbb637\/L\/Ermitage_saint_Gerbold_Normandie-9189-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>A brief history<\/strong><br\/>Built in the 15th century. The chapel later became a hermitage (circa 1620).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Highlights<\/strong><br\/>Just look at it. The proportions seem to defy gravity! It&#8217;s so charming.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Location<\/strong><br\/>Not far from Ch\u00e2teau de Gratot, Manche department (western Normandy)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#6 Chapelle Ch\u00eane d&#8217;Allouville<\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Normandie-Lovers\/Boucles-de-Seine-divers\/n-7HrBfT\/Ch&#xEA;ne-dAlouville\/i-pR39gsf\/0\/KFnMMSWdRGsSsNXhqNksjPKkk7t69v33TG8pXqsGL\/L\/chenealouville-horizontale-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Normandie-Lovers\/Boucles-de-Seine-divers\/n-7HrBfT\/Ch&#xEA;ne-dAlouville\/i-pR39gsf\/0\/KFnMMSWdRGsSsNXhqNksjPKkk7t69v33TG8pXqsGL\/L\/chenealouville-horizontale-L.jpg\" alt=\"Chapelle Ch&#xEA;ne d'Allouville\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Normandie-Lovers\/Boucles-de-Seine-divers\/n-7HrBfT\/Ch&#xEA;ne-dAlouville\/i-pR39gsf\/0\/KFnMMSWdRGsSsNXhqNksjPKkk7t69v33TG8pXqsGL\/L\/chenealouville-horizontale-L.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-wpcp-wp-30\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Normandie-Lovers\/Boucles-de-Seine-divers\/n-7HrBfT\/Ch&#xEA;ne-dAlouville\/i-pR39gsf\/0\/KFnMMSWdRGsSsNXhqNksjPKkk7t69v33TG8pXqsGL\/L\/chenealouville-horizontale-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Highlights<\/strong><br\/>A small chapel built inside and around an old tree (scientific since its planting in the 9th century).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Location<\/strong><br\/>In the town of Allouville<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<div style=\"margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<div style=\"background-color:#fefefe;margin-top:6%;margin-bottom:6%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div 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id=\"tab-con-7\"><strong>4 most beautiful Normandy basilicas<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And now we&#8217;re back to the big places, but with newer buildings.<br\/>Let&#8217;s take a look at some of Normandy&#8217;s basilicas.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#1 Basilique de Lisieux  <\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R10f-Lisieux\/i-CQ2Xf7c\/3\/0bee0c44\/L\/Lisieux_basilique_Normandie-0890-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R10f-Lisieux\/i-CQ2Xf7c\/3\/0bee0c44\/L\/Lisieux_basilique_Normandie-0890-L.jpg\" alt=\"Basilica of Lisieux  \" title=\"Basilica of Lisieux  \"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R10f-Lisieux\/i-CQ2Xf7c\/3\/0bee0c44\/L\/Lisieux_basilique_Normandie-0890-L.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-wpcp-wp-31\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R10f-Lisieux\/i-CQ2Xf7c\/3\/0bee0c44\/L\/Lisieux_basilique_Normandie-0890-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>A brief history<\/strong><br\/>From an early age, Th\u00e9r\u00e8se Martin was fascinated by religious life. She joined the Carmelite convent at the age of 15. In 1925, she was named Saint Theresa of the Infant Jesus, for her pious life and writings on faith. In 1997, Pope John Paul II declared her the 33rd Doctor of the Catholic Church (the only woman to hold this title at the time).<br\/>The foundation stone for the Basilica\/Sanctuary was laid in 1929.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Highlights<\/strong><br\/>It is the second most important pilgrimage site in France.<br\/>It&#8217;s quite an impressive building, with a beautiful view over Lisieux.<br\/>There&#8217;s plenty to see inside too, with mosaics and marble.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Location<\/strong><br\/>Overlooking the town of Lisieux.<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?city=-1447257&amp;nflt=review_score%253D90%253Breview_score%253D80&amp;aid=2281719\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See the best rated accommodations in Lisieux<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#2 Basilique de Montligeon  <\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R12f-Montligeon\/i-45QVHJT\/3\/37312a71\/L\/Basilique_Montligeon_Normandie-1532-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R12f-Montligeon\/i-45QVHJT\/3\/37312a71\/L\/Basilique_Montligeon_Normandie-1532-L.jpg\" alt=\"Basilica of Montligeon  \" title=\"Basilica of Montligeon  \"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R12f-Montligeon\/i-45QVHJT\/3\/37312a71\/L\/Basilique_Montligeon_Normandie-1532-L.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-wpcp-wp-32\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R12f-Montligeon\/i-45QVHJT\/3\/37312a71\/L\/Basilique_Montligeon_Normandie-1532-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>A brief history<\/strong><br\/>Gothic Revival building built between 1894 and 1911.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Highlights<\/strong><br\/>Pilgrimage site.<br\/>It is famous for its stained glass windows.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Location<\/strong><br\/>In the small town of La Chapelle-Montligeon, in the Perche countryside.<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?city=-1453722&amp;nflt=review_score%253D90%253Breview_score%253D80&amp;aid=2281719\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See the best rated accommodations around Mortagne-au-Perche<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#3 Basilique Notre-Dame de Bonsecours  <\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R17b-Bonsecours\/i-Gv3qdQk\/3\/5f11ac33\/L\/Basilique_Notre_Dame_Bonsecours_Normandie-2816-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R17b-Bonsecours\/i-Gv3qdQk\/3\/5f11ac33\/L\/Basilique_Notre_Dame_Bonsecours_Normandie-2816-L.jpg\" alt=\"Notre-Dame de Bonsecours Basilica  \" title=\"Notre-Dame de Bonsecours Basilica  \"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R17b-Bonsecours\/i-Gv3qdQk\/3\/5f11ac33\/L\/Basilique_Notre_Dame_Bonsecours_Normandie-2816-L.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-wpcp-wp-33\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R17b-Bonsecours\/i-Gv3qdQk\/3\/5f11ac33\/L\/Basilique_Notre_Dame_Bonsecours_Normandie-2816-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>A brief history<\/strong><br\/>Neo-Gothic basilica dating from the 19th century.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Highlights<\/strong><br\/>Appreciate the consistent style of the entire building, inspired by 13th-century elements: bell tower, sculpture gallery, rosettes, flying buttresses&#8230;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Location<\/strong><br\/>Just south of Rouen, overlooking the city<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?city=-1462807&amp;nflt=review_score%253D90%253Breview_score%253D80&amp;aid=2281719&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See the best rated accommodations in Rouen<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#4 Basilique de Douvres-la-D\u00e9livrande  <\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R22c-Douvres\/i-Dps443S\/3\/f8e55902\/L\/Douvres_la_delivrande_Normandie-6136-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R22c-Douvres\/i-Dps443S\/3\/f8e55902\/L\/Douvres_la_delivrande_Normandie-6136-L.jpg\" alt=\"Basilica of Douvres-la-D&#xE9;livrande  \" title=\"Basilica of Douvres-la-D&#xE9;livrande  \"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R22c-Douvres\/i-Dps443S\/3\/f8e55902\/L\/Douvres_la_delivrande_Normandie-6136-L.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-wpcp-wp-34\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R22c-Douvres\/i-Dps443S\/3\/f8e55902\/L\/Douvres_la_delivrande_Normandie-6136-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>A brief history<\/strong><br\/>The site has been a place of pilgrimage for a very long time (perhaps since Gallo-Roman times). This is one of the oldest pilgrimages in Normandy.<br\/>Numerous buildings have been erected here. The present-day basilica dates from the 19th century. The architect chose the Norman Gothic Revival style.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Highlights<\/strong><br\/>The town is also known for having been the site of a major German air detection radar installation during the Second World War.<br\/>And for the big day, the basilica was a clear directional landmark. It was the only church with two towers in the region. It was therefore used to separate the Juno and Sword sectors.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Location<\/strong><br\/>In the small town of Douvres-la-D\u00e9livrande<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?city=-1424467&amp;nflt=review_score%253D90%253Breview_score%253D80&amp;aid=2281719\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See the best rated accommodations near Douvres-la-D\u00e9livrande<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#fefefe;margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\" style=\"max-width:700px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns inverse is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:58%\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\" style=\"padding-top:10px; 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class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/the-best-abbeys-in-normandy.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/the-best-abbeys-in-normandy-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"the most beautiful abbeys in normandy\" class=\"wp-image-881\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/the-best-abbeys-in-normandy.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-img-883\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/the-best-abbeys-in-normandy-300x225.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some of our favorites are:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Mont-Saint-Michel Abbey<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Jumi\u00e8ges Abbey<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hambye Abbey<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Saint-Goerges-de-Boscherville Abbey<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lucerne Abbey<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&#8230;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You&#8217;ll find them all in <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/best-abbeys-normandy\/\">our article on the 10 most beautiful abbeys to visit in Normandy<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Other architectural wonders of Normandy<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Normandy has much more to offer for your next vacation!<br\/>So many architectural wonders to appreciate&#8230; You will find below my articles to help you choose your visits:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/most-beautiful-villages-normandy\/\">The most beautiful villages in Normandy<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/best-castles-normandy\/\">Normandy&#8217;s most beautiful castles<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/best-towns-normandy-cities\/\">The most beautiful towns in Normandy<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<div style=\"margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box 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class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\">Deciding <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/where-go-normandy-destinations\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">where to go in Normandy<\/a> &#8211; the best destinations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\">Our weekend ideas: <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/ideas-weekend-normandy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">best-of<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/idea-romantic-weekend-normandy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">romantic<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/weekend-unusual-normandy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">unusual<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/seaside-weekend-normandy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">seaside<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/weekend-luxury-normandy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">luxury<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/ideas-weekend-family-normandy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">family<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/seaside-hotel-normandy-near-beach\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">16 seaside hotels in Normandy<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/plus-beaux-hotels-charme-normandie-avis\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The most beautiful charming hotels in Normandy<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" 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Normandy<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/best-castles-normandy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best castles of Normandy<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/best-abbeys-normandy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best abbeys of Normandy<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\">Read our complete guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/visiting-mont-saint-michel-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">visit the Mont-Saint-Michel<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\">Discover the <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/normandy-battle-sites-d-day-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">D-Day sites<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure 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