Normandy Walk from Honfleur to Bayeux

Day 1: Arrive in Honfleur

Discover Honfleur, the Normandy gem of art and history. Stroll in the narrow streets and along the picturesque harbour which has inspired so many Impressionist artists. Wander around the famous Vieux Basin and up and down the alleys of the picturesque Sainte-Catherine district with the impressive France's largest timber-built church with a separate bell tower.
You stay at Hotel Le Dauphin (breakfast included)

Day 2: At Honfleur 16KM (10MI), 4 HR

Your day starts with a stunning view over the Seine Estuary. Then, walk through woods to reach the Village of Pennedepie. Along your way, you will have the opportunity to explore a farm specialising in Cider and Calvados (apple brandy). In the afternoon, enjoy a visit at the Impressionist museum or other art galleries in Honfleur or relax at the hotel's spa.
You stay at Hotel Le Dauphin (breakfast icluded)

Day 3: Honfleur to Beuvron en Auge 22KM (14MI), 5,5HR or 18KM (11.5MI), 4,5HR or 11KM (7MI), 3 HR

Today starts with a transfer with the possibility to stop on the way at Pontleveque market to pick up some local delicacies for your picnic lunch. The walk leads you into the heart of the Pays d'Auge. This area offers magnificent picture postcard sights with orchards and half timbered houses. End your walking day at the peaceful 19th century manor House where you are accommodated. This unique place is also a stud farm for reproduction, breeding and training with 45 horses. Possibility to visit the stud farm.
You stay at Le Manoir de Sens (breakfast included)

Day 4: At Beuvron en Auge 21KM (13.5MI), 5,5HR or 11KM (7MI), 3 HR

Enjoy the peaceful stud farm where you are accommodated or spend your day in the scent of cider apples on quiet paths, shaded by the orchards and reach the village of Cambremer with numerous picturesque half timbered houses.

On your way back, possibility to visit the superb chateau of Crevecoeur which is a unique example of a small and remarkably well-preserved seigniory. Surrounded by a moat, its original outline remains to this day: the residential manor, protected by a group of fortifications, the chapel and half-timbered farm buildings in the lower courtyard. Exhibitions offer an insight into rural life in the Middle Ages and half-timbered architecture.
You stay at Le Manoir de Sens (breakfast included)

Day 5: Beuvron en Auge to Port en Bessin via Arromanche 12KM (7.5MI), 3 HR

Walking transfer to Arromanches. This seaside resort is inextricably linked with the liberation of western Europe after D-Day, along with the staggeringly large concrete blocks remaining from the Mulberry Harbour towed over from Britain in June 1944. War museums bring the massive Allied operations here back to life. Start the walk towards Gold beach and get the best view from the cliff over the artificial harbour of Arromanches and reach the German Battery of Longues sur mer before ending at the fishing harbour of Port en Bessin.
You stay at Hotel Mercure (breakfast included)

Day 6: At Port en Bessin 21KM (13.5MI), 5,5 HR or 12KM (7.5MI), 3 HR

Walk to Colleville-sur-Mer. After a very emotional walk through the American cemetery, walk down the cliff to Omaha beach and Saint-Laurent-sur-Mer exactly where the American troops climbed up and where 5,000 soldiers, fallen in the name of liberty, are laid to rest. Walk the beach most of the way to return to your hotel. Then, relax by the pool for a drink or enjoy the spa.
You stay at Hotel Mercure (Breakfast included)

Day 7: Port en Bessin to Bayeux 17KM (11MI), 4,5 HR

Leave the coast to reach the Aure Valley and walk along beside stunning old granite manors and farmhouses to Tour-en-Bessin before arriving at the former allies headquarters through the commonwealth war memorial. In the heart of the medieval city of Bayeux, explore the Cathedral, a gem of Norman architecture, remarkably well preserved. Another unmissable place is the Bayeux Tapestry: listed 'World Heritage' by UNESCO, the 70 metres long Tapestry recounts the Conquest of England by William, Duke of Normandy.
You stay at Hotel Le Lion d'Or (breakfast included)

Day 8: Leave Bayeux