Outdoor Adventure Near Bayeux, Calvados, Basse-Normandie

Fital Vakanties’s criteria: - Accommodation: hotels *** (high capacity) - Type of clientele : seniors/groups - Length of stay: 8 to 15 days - Km/day: 45 to 60km, easy roads - Any type of circuit

Belgian biking’s criteria: - Clients: adults, seniors, families - Tourism attractions: gastronomy and wine-tasting - Accommodation: 3 or 4 star hotels - Type of circuit: cycle loop - Km/day: maximum 60km

From Bayeux, facing the Aure Valley Nature Reserve, venture into the Bayeux countryside along small roads. In the South of Bayeux, you can visit Juaye-Mondaye Abbey before continuing on to the Ellon stud farm, where you can see magnificent racehorses grazing in the pastures. Back in Bayeux, visit the cathedral, close from your starting point.

ID Travel’s criteria: - Clients: couples or groups (adults, seniors) - Budget: 700€ maximum - Length of stay: 8 days, 7 nights - Accommodation: cosy hotels - Km/day: 45 to 50km (max. 70km)

Located on the outskirts of Bayeux, the Aure valley is a wetland comprised of streams, ditches, lakes, ponds, damp meadows and reed beds. So many different environments offering remarkable fauna and flora.

From Bayeux, this part of the Bessin region reveals its secrets. On the way to the Cerisy state forest, you can stop off at the remarkable Castillon garden, or visit the park and Château de Balleroy. The Maison de Forêt de Cerisy (Cerisy Forest House) at the crossroads of the Montfiquet fork welcomes you to discover the flora and fauna, or to take a stroll in the forest.

This cycling loop in the heart of the Normandy Landing beaches takes you on a discovery tour of the D-Day heritage sites. Departing from the medieval city of Bayeux, spared by the 1944 bombings, set off towards Longues-sur-Mer where you can visit the famous German artillery battery. After making your way along the coast, where magnificent wide-angle viewpoints await you - the Manche area to the north and the spires of Bayeux Cathedral to the south - you will reach Arromanches-les-Bains. As you make your way down to the village, you can marvel at the vestiges of the artificial harbour.

Belgian biking’s criteria: - Clients: adults, seniors, families - Tourism attractions: gastronomy and wine-tasting - Accommodation: 3 or 4 star hotels - Type of circuit: cycle loop - Km/day: maximum 60km

Fly over Mont Saint-Michel Bay on an ultralight trike or autogyro and explore its incredible scenery! FLY OVER MONT SAINT-MICHEL BAY ON AN ULTRALIGHT TRIKE OR AUTOGYRO AND EXPLORE ITS INCREDIBLE SCENERY! Mont Saint-Michel, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is renowned for its medieval architecture and ideal location in the heart of a vast bay invaded by the biggest tides in Europe. In the company of an experienced guide, set off to discover this world-famous site. On an ultralight trike or autogyro, fly all the way around Mont Saint-Michel and take in the panoramic views of the bay and the cliffs of Champeaux. Discover the local flora and fauna and enjoy the adrenaline rush over this historical, cultural and natural site!

Take off on board an ultralight trike or autogyro and take in the breathtaking views over Mont Saint-Michel! TAKE OFF ON BOARD AN ULTRALIGHT TRIKE OR AUTOGYRO AND TAKE IN THE BREATHTAKING VIEWS OVER MONT SAINT-MICHEL! Mont Saint-Michel, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, rises up in the heart of a vast bay invaded by the biggest tides in Europe and offers visitors some spectacular scenery. In the company of a qualified pilot, fly away for a tour of this renowned site! Take in the views of its medieval architecture, the area’s flora and fauna and the beautiful coastal scenery. This is an out-of-the-ordinary way of seeing the Wonder of the Western World!

A small, personal campsite on the edge of the Normandie Maine National Park, a site with panoramic views over the surrounding countryside and the village of Couterne. Situated on the main road between Lassay-les-Chateaux (Petites Cités de Caractère) and the spa town of Bagnoles de l'Orne, on the border between the departments of Mayenne (Pays de la Loire) and Orne (Normandy). A warm welcome awaits explorers in caravans, motorhomes and tents, whether travelling with a motorised vehicle or on their own. Our pitches are spacious and bordered by hedges. They are ideal for families or couples to feel at home. We have two accommodation units available for hire. Our large and spacious mobile home is available for a minimum of 3 nights. Our smaller mobile home is available by the night and is ideal for couples, families with young children and walkers/cyclists. DOGS ARE NOT ALLOWED ON SITE. The site is open from April to September.

Between Bagnoles de l'Orne, a renowned spa town, and Lassay-les-Châteaux, a small town full of character, the Champs étoilés gîte is exceptional for the warm atmosphere it creates thanks to a subtle combination of wood and stone, and new and renovated furniture. The bedding is comfortable and there are two bathrooms, one with a whirlpool bath. The stay includes beds made, bathroom and kitchen linen, heating and cleaning. From JUNE 2025: a wellness area will be available with, on level 0, a heated, semi-underground swimming pool measuring 4m x 3m, a sauna and a spa, shower and wc. A fitness area will be located on the mezzanine floor. In the valleys of hautes Mayenne the landscape is undulating, offering beautiful views. Local shops in Couterne, 3km (bakery, butcher, mini-market). Bagnoles de l'Orne (9km): spa, swimming pool, tree-lined course, restaurants, all shops and services. La Ferté-Macé (14km): leisure centre with water sports and swimming in season. Lassay-les-Châteaux (9km): visits to the château, numerous events and exhibitions, painters in the street, art galleries, market and shops. Swimming pool in summer. Numerous signposted walks. From the gîte, 500 metres, Sentier du sculpteur, a short walk of 6.7km. Professional stays: 3 people maximum. 1 or 2-night weekend breaks: arrival 5pm - departure 5pm. For stays of 3 nights or more: arrival at 5pm - departure at 10am.

Le Coudray is in an old farmhouse 300 m from the village of La Pallu, near the forest, 9 km from Pré-en-Pail, 30 km from Alençon, 12 km from La Ferté-Macé, 9 km from Couterne and 14 km from Bagnoles de l'Orne, a spa town. Thérèse, who loves the countryside, welcomes you to her haven of peace. You will be staying in a bedroom on the first floor of the house. Private bathroom with shower, WC, vanity unit and hairdryer. Indoor or outdoor breakfast, table and chairs in front of the house or at the back in a wooded park. There are a number of restaurants, the nearest of which is 4 km away (Couptrain). Thérèse, who knows the area inside out, will be delighted to give you information and advice on your visits and, if you wish, to accompany you on short walks in the surrounding area. La chambre d'hôtes du Coudray is 4.3 km from the Véloscénie, on the Alençon / Bagnoles-de-l'Orne via Carrouges stage, exit before St-Patrice du Désert (lieu-dit "le Plessis") then take the D241.

In the Parc Naturel Régional Normandie Maine, country house for a family stay or a business stopover! The gite is fully equipped. The proximity and warm welcome of the owners are a plus for this gite. View of the countryside from the terrace, carport. The spa town of Bagnoles de l'Orne is 9km away, with a casino, acrobatic courses in the trees and a leisure centre. Discover Lassay les Châteaux (17km): its medieval castle, numerous events (theatre, concerts, etc.), rose garden and medieval garden. Neuilly le Vendin 800m away: bread shop in the morning. All shops and services in Couterne (6km) or Bagnoles de l'Orne (11km). Professional stay: 3 adults maximum - compulsory cleaning charge of €60 per stay of 1 to 14 nights, to be paid on arrival if not paid at time of booking. 1 or 2-night weekend stay: arrival at 5pm - departure at 5pm. For stays of 3 nights or more: arrival at 5pm - departure at 10am.

Come and enjoy a peaceful stay in a gîte in the countryside, decorated with care on the theme of wood and furnished with family heirlooms and period pieces, for a warm and authentic atmosphere. The ground floor comprises two large, convivial living rooms, a shower room and WC. Upstairs, there is a second shower room, four bedrooms and an office that can sleep up to 7 people, with the option of an extra bed on a sofa bed (8th person). There are plenty of board games, books for young and old, and a French billiards table in the lounge. Outside, there is a covered area with table tennis, badminton, Mölkky and darts. Nearby: Parc de Loisirs de la Colmont in Gorron (8 km): high ropes course, water rides, nature activities, tennis, swin golf, golf shooting, kayak hire, laser game - Jardins des Renaudies in Colombiers-du-Plessis (8 km) - Parc de la Guinefolle in Ernée (19 km) - Lac de Haute Mayenne (17 km) : ideal site for nature lovers, anglers and sports enthusiasts, extending over 6 km - Lassay-les-Châteaux (22 km), listed as one of the most beautiful villages in France - Pontmain (19 km), a historic site with its arboretum: a magnificent 12-hectare wooded park. All shops and services in Gorron, just 8 km away.

Master craftsman. Sale of Bayeux stitch embroidery and embroidery kits (reproductions of Bayeux Tapestry and other designs from 18?). Sales all year round in France and abroad. Store open in Bayeux, from April to October, Monday to Friday. Embroidery classes in Bayeux stitch of 1 or 2 hours, at the store, on Tuesday and Friday afternoons from May to September:

This heritage site is dedicated to reporters and to freedom of the press. This memorial comprises white steles upon which the names of over 2,000 journalists, killed across the globe since 1944, are engraved. It was designed and produced by the Bayeux Council and Reporters Sans Frontières (Reporters Without Borders).

The ceramist Morgane Thomassin has a passion for history and mythology. Her ceramic, porcelain and stoneware creations offer a harmonious medley of past tradition and present trends. In her studio-boutique, she creates her collections of ceramic tableware and jewellery.

A certified ‘Museum of France’, the MABH invites you on a journey through the history of European art, via a display of 600 works of art (Caillebotte, Van Dongen, Boudin, etc.), 800 archaeological and ethnographic exhibits, 800 Bayeux porcelain pieces and 100 lace exhibits. You will also learn of Normandy’s eventful history, from prehistory to the modern age. Within an innovative scenographic display, the museum’s collections are housed in Bayeux’s former episcopal palace, a listed historic monument.

In the middle of the medieval town, Le Radar is a contemporary art space that never stands still. All year round, visitors can discover temporary exhibitions and cultural events. Every summer, it puts on a major exhibition that's not to be missed!

Fine example of Norman Medieval architecture consecrated on 14th July 1077 in presence of William the Conqueror. Extension and embellishment work between the 13th and 15th centuries.

This workshop and school, open to the public, offers an opportunity to discover some fine examples of the Bayeux lace that brought fame to Bayeux and the surrounding area.

Come and visit our pottery workshop, where we produce dishes and ornamental pieces in decorated earthenware. You'll learn about the different stages in shaping a bowl, decorating techniques and firing in our 120L electric kiln. We'll also be demonstrating throwing and modeling. Finally, take a stroll through our pretty boutique featuring 100% Norman designers, producers and artisans.

Around the Cathedral, the historic centre, spared during the events of 1944, offers a remarkable architectural ensemble. From the foundation of Bayeux to general de Gaulle’s speech, anecdotes, heritage and curiosities retrace 2 000 years of the city’s extraordinary history.

Pizzeria, menu of the day & traditional dishes

In the center of Bayeux. Sunny terrace for a relaxing moment !

Close to the cathedral, family-run crêperie, 100% buckwheat pancakes, homemade crepes and ice creams, tea room.

Norman and Italian cuisine, pizza to eat in or take away

Refined and relaxed setting. As soon as you enter, the warm elegance of the place catches your eye. Evoking the cosy and contemporary spirit of Parisian brasseries, a bench undulates in the first room, a double fireplace warms the second, the third overlooking the garden welcomes us around a monumental period fireplace.

In a warm atmosphere, come and discover a cuisine between terroir and gastronomy! We work on quality, we cook in the morning for the evening, fresh products, of season. Our menu changes every week. No strawberry in January, no cabbage in summer! We want taste. It is a requirement, and it is our pleasure.

Facing the cathedral and the Baron Gérard museum, Le P'tit Resto offers you a traditional and home-made cuisine in a warm setting. Edit Find our restaurant at the foot of the cathedral of Bayeux, in the heart of the historical site of the city. Our traditional and homemade cuisine is composed of seasonal and regional products, such as cider, calvados and organic pommeau. Try our homemade ice cream for dessert and discover our menu, which we change regularly (up to 4 times a year). Our lunch formula starts at 15,50€ TTC, with appetizers, the dish of the day, cheese or dessert, a glass of wine, coffee and a mignardise.

Brasserie in downtown Bayeux (Calvados): Le Saint-Martin. A place where you can enjoy lunch from 12pm to 4pm and waffles in the afternoon!

Hotel complex divided into 3 categories: Queen Mathilde, the Annex and the House of Mathilde. Located in the old town of Bayeux, 150m from the Cathedral and the Tapestry, these 32 air-conditioned rooms are equipped with beds in 160 or 180, shower-wc, direct telephone, TV and free WiFi access. Moreover, the rooms of the Annex and the House of Mathilde are equipped with a welcome tray. You will also find a mini bar at your disposal in the Maison de Mathilde. The hotel's terrace, weather permitting, will welcome you for your breakfast with local products. Take advantage of our restaurant in the heart of a green setting and its sunny terrace, by the river.

In the center of Bayeux. Sunny terrace for a relaxing moment !

The Churchill, a charming hotel in Bayeux, is located in the historic center of the city, near the 11th century Cathedral and the Queen Mathilde Tapestry, between the pedestrian street St Jean (shopping, regional market on Wednesdays) and the public parking lot. This renovated establishment offers stylish and comfortable rooms all equipped with bath, air conditioning, shower, WC, satellite flat screen TV. Bar service in the hotel and on the terrace. Store of decoration within the hotel. Numerous restaurants in the area.

Located in the heart of the historic center of Bayeux, a stone's throw from the famous Tapestry with a view of the cathedral, Villa Lara is a new 5-star hotel offering 28 spacious rooms ranging from 30 to 45 m². The hotel also has a private parking lot, an elevator, air conditioning, a fitness room, WiFi access and a meeting room.

Enjoy the pleasures of a stay in a listed monument of the eighteenth century, in the heart of the historic center of Bayeux. Our charming guest house is nestled in the former park of the botanist Moisson de Vaux, in a quiet area, near the Bayeux Tapestry, the Cathedral, restaurants and stores You can easily reach the famous D-Day beaches, Omaha Beach, Arromanches, the Caen Memorial, Honfleur, the Mont-Saint-Michel.

Located in the very heart of the town of Bayeux, the "Clos de la croix" offers 5 charming guest rooms, in an authentic mansion dating from 1752. All the original decorative elements have been preserved: trumeau, mirrors, parquet floors, stone staircase, woodwork, beams,... The charm of yesteryear with modern comfort! All our rooms have been renovated in 2018. The property is also surrounded by a park with century-old trees. In the heart of a city classified as "Art and Heritage", it is a real invitation to travel to which we invite you.

Located just 400 meters from Bayeux Cathedral, Hotel De Brunville and La Table du Grand Luxembourg offers a restaurant in the heart of the medieval city. Served by an elevator, the en suite rooms are equipped with satellite TV. The hotel has a relaxation area with a heated outdoor swimming pool, a jacuzzi and a sauna, available all year round.

A friendly and affordable welcome for groups and individuals in the heart of the town of Bayeux, a few minutes from the train station, all the shops, historical monuments and historical monuments and museums. In dormitories of 3 to 6 people with shared sanitary facilities or in individual rooms with private sanitary facilities, it's up to you!

Apt F2 (34m2) furnished dz tourism historic center of Bayeux halle aux grains district, Saint Jean pedestrian street and historic Hôtel du Croissant, late 15th century.

Gourmet restaurant in a luxurious setting.