Argentan is a historic town on the Orne River in Normandy. Founded as a frontier settlement during the Viking Age and later rebuilt by Henry I of England, it suffered severe damage in August 1944, during the Second World War. For us, the most impressive features are its 14th-century castle—which overlooks the river and now houses the local courts—and the […]
We went to Cabourg because it offered two free motorhome parking areas and because I had read that it is a historic Belle Époque coastal town. We really liked the town. It boasts the longest European pedestrian seafront promenade, fantastic Belle Époque-style houses, and an old town that we absolutely loved. Where to stay We chose to stay at the […]
We went to Honfleur because I had read that it was one of the most beautiful towns in Normandy. It is well worth a visit. It serves as a fishing, commercial, and recreational port—all in one. The most impressive sights are the Old Harbour (Vieux Bassin) and the Lieutenant’s House (La Lieutenance), which are Honfleur’s iconic landmarks. Its cobblestone streets, […]
Fécamp is a city of art and history with several interesting buildings, including the Gothic Church of the Holy Trinity and the Benedictine Palace, a 19th-century masterpiece. We loved this palace and were most impressed by it. Strolling along the seafront and relaxing on the harbour pier is also great. Where to stay We stayed at the city’s free motorhome […]
Criel-sur-Mer boasts Europe’s highest chalk cliffs (106 m at Mont Joli-Bois), along with historic architecture and natural sites. We went to see the cliffs, the small village, and the beautiful valley. Where to stay We stayed at Camping Le Mont Joli Bois (coordinates: 50.0257, 1.30834), a 10-minute walk from the cliffs in one direction and another 10 minutes from the […]
We read that Saint-Valery-sur-Somme was one of the most beautiful towns in the Hauts-de-France region, so we headed there. It is a medieval port town notable for its ramparts and colourful fishermen’s quarter. William the Conqueror set sail from here with his fleet for England in 1066, and Joan of Arc was held prisoner here in 1431. The town is […]
Berck is a must-visit town on the Opal Coast, thanks to its sea lions. We headed there to see these impressive wild animals, and also because the motorhome area—located right next to the beach where the sea lions are found—is set to close next year. Beyond the year-round presence of sea lions, Berck is a lively tourist town that hosts […]
Neufchâtel-Hardelot is a charming coastal town in the Pas-de-Calais department, famous for its lively Hardelot-Plage resort, surrounded by dunes and pine forests. We went there because it is very close to the Calais ferry and has a free motorhome area right next to the famous beach. Where to stay We stayed at the free motorhome area at Hardelot Beach (coordinates […]
We set off early in the morning to take the motorhome for its vehicle inspection. At 9 a.m., Helen and Rob picked us up, and Helen decided we should visit The Quarry Park in Shrewsbury. Ben and I had been to Shrewsbury before—you can check out the blog post we published back then—but we had never visited The Quarry. It […]
Helen and Rob took us to Much Wenlock, a beautiful medieval town that played a pivotal role in reviving the Olympic Games in the 19th century. It is the hometown of Dr William Penny Brookes, the founder of the modern Olympic movement. We really liked its medieval, Georgian, and Victorian architecture—especially the old town hall. What to see There is […]
