Upper Normandy is the northern part of Normandy region, associated
with contrasting seaside with cliffs and golden sand beaches and magnificent
inland forests, tranquil streams flowing lazily through rich agricultural
countryside and apple orchards are the hallmark of this sedate and fruit
producing region.
Upper Normandy, located in northwest France, is home to the major ports Le
Havre and Dieppe and also to some lovely resorts such as Étretat. Le Havre, the
second largest port in France, is the first port of call in Europe for imports:
its commercial docks offload goods from all over the world. Dieppe is one of the
nicest ports in France and popular with visitors - especially day-trippers -
from the UK. On Saturday, Dieppe hosts one of the best street markets in
northern France, which spreads throughout the town's streets and sells fresh
products from all over the country, including fish sold straight from the boats.
Inland Upper Normandy is a land of meadows and orchards, as well as many
rivers and brooks. Its half-timbered colombage houses are much in demand. The
majority have been modernised and are second homes for both Parisians and the
British. Thanks to its access to many ferry links to the south of England, the
region is extremely popular with the British and some areas are so popular that
estate agents even answer the phone in English.
Just across the Channel from London and not very far from Paris, you will
find the welcoming region of Normandy with its varied coastline and rich
countryside. 600 kilometres of contrasting seaside with cliffs, pebbly coves and
long stretches of golden sands make it an attractive destination for the
holidaymaker. Family resorts along the Cherbourg peninsula and the whole
coastline are warmed by the Gulf Stream. Deauville, Trouville, and Cabourg are
well established and desirable seaside places.
Inland, magnificent forests, tranquil streams flowing lazily through rich
agricultural countryside and apple orchards are the hallmark of this sedate and
fruit producing region.
Normandy is a rich gastronomic area with its fresh fish and shellfish, duck,
cream and, of course, the famous Calvados and cheeses like Camenbert, Livarot,
and Pont l'Evêque.
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