For families there's an excellent range of outdoor and indoor activities, while the beaches are a scenic drive away

No visitor should leave Normandy without seeing at least one of the moving museums, memorials and cemeteries dedicated to the memory of those who fought in World War II.

With a wide range of fascinating châteaux, fortifications and gardens just a short drive away, there's much to keep heritage lovers amused. Not to be missed are the châteaux at Carrouges and Vendeuvre, William the Conqueror's Castle at Falaise, the Haras du Pin National Stud, and the tranquil gardens at the Prieuré Saint-Michel in Crouttes.

The lush green pastures of the Pays d'Auge produce the world famous cheeses of Camembert and Livarot, while the hills and valleys are scattered with farms offering dégustations of local cider, poiré and calvados. You can stock up on fresh local produce at bustling weekly markets in nearby towns and villages.

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