With its landscapes and culture so often impressive, Seine-Maritime, cradle of Impressionism, is an intense and endearing Normandy where you can live experiences that will leave you with real impressions.
We invite you to discover the unique landscapes of the Alabaster coast with its 130 km of cliffs, its maritime cities and its hidden valleys, the Seine Valley, a rich built heritage of dovecotes, clos-hovel, mansions, cathedrals, abbeys and castles ... The cities of Rouen, Le Havre, Dieppe, Fécamp, Eu and Le Tréport, various, lively and welcoming ... From the paddle walk stand up through all water sports, cycling, horse riding and golf.
And do you say that it's finally easy to choose between all these emotions when you know that you can come back so easily ...
Local specialties
From the seafood platter to the pot of Dieppe, this excellent cassolette gathering all the big fish, cooked with cream and the subtle aroma of well-chosen vegetables (a delight !), Your taste buds will love the fish specialties of this fabulous Alabaster Coast, which will also make your eyes full thanks to these just impressive panoramas.
If you go to the Seine Valley, near Rouen, Caudebec-en-Caux, the Bouille, Jumièges, you will have to experiment with the famous duck recipe in Rouen style and have the story tell you with !
The producers of Pays de Bray or Pays de Caux open their doors or meet you in the many countryside markets to present their products, which you can buy to have the pleasure of cooking.
Major events and venues
EVENTS :
Total screen from July to August : A film festival that takes place outdoors on giant screens, in July and August.
Courtivore in May : short film festival, it is organized every year in Rouen, for three days in May. This festival gives the chance to both professional and amateur filmmakers.
The Transat Jacques Vabre in October : The evenings at the Tente Club and Pavillon Club are not to be missed. Meals, aperitifs, entertainment, concerts and DJs are on the program. The entrance fee for these events varies between 5 to 10 €.
Ouestpark festival in October : Over a few days, animations and shows and more than twenty artists on stage will be proposed.
Oyster Festival in July : The oyster festival is held every year to highlight the existence of this edible mollusk in the city.
Music Festival Trouville in June : Get ready to attend one of the biggest events of the Trouville society. Launched at the initiative of school children, the Trouville Music Festival invites all instrumentalists to express themselves in the street.
Saint-Romain Fair of Rouen in October / November : The largest funfair of French Province. extending along the banks of the river, the carnival will satisfy both young and old with its great diversity of trades.
Armada of Rouen in July : Gathering tall ships on the quays of Rouen.
PLACES TO VISIT :
Rouen : Historical capital of Normandy, Rouen has managed to combine treasures of the past and modernity ...
Le Havre : City in constant evolution, Le Havre asserts itself and reveals itself more and more attractive ...
Dieppe : Located 2 hours from Paris, Dieppe is one of the emblematic seaside resorts of the Alabaster Coast
Fécamp and the Terre-Neuvas : Tour to the sea and its treasures, Fécamp invites to the discovery of exceptional sites
Eu, the royal city : Known for the Château Louis-Philippe, the city of Eu has long and beautiful stories to tell
The Tréport, marine city : Like all the marine cities of the Alabaster Coast, Le Tréport lives to the rhythm of the sea ...
Forges-les-Eaux, Ferro and Aqua : "Ferro et Aqua", "By the iron and the water", such is the motto of Forges-les-Eaux
Varengeville-sur-Mer, the marine cemetery and church : Nestled above the sea, Varengeville-sur-Mer is an amazing place where nature is generous.
Etretat, a unique site in the world : Well known all over the world, Étretat is undoubtedly the pride of Normandy's coastline
Veules-les-Roses, the countryside at the sea : Charming village of the Alabaster Coast, Veules-les-Roses is a small jewel to discover...
