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Discover Criel-sur-mer, gem of Seine-Maritime

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Nestled between the highest cliffs in Europe and expansive pebble beaches, Criel-sur-mer in Seine-Maritime, Haute-Normandie, is a must-visit for natur...See more

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Royaumont - abbey & fondation
123 km

Royaumont - abbey & fondation

In 1228, Saint Louis and his mother Blanche de Castille established the Abbey of Royaumont, today still the largest Cistercian abbey of Ile-de-France. Listed as a historical monument, the abbey has one of the most beautiful examples of Gothic refectory in France. The 7 hectares park, crossed by canals, is labelled "Remarkable garden" by the French Minister of Culture. It has conserved some of its medieval features and today has three gardens: an experimental vegetable garden, opened in 2014, a medieval inspiration garden, and the garden of the monastery transformed into a ravishing French garden in 1912. The abbey is open every day, from 10 am to 6 pm (5:30 pm between November and March). Royaumont Abbey also offers guided visits, heritage and garden activities for children and families every Sunday throughout the year, and holds a music and dance Festival every year in September and October. In 1228, Saint Louis and his mother Blanche de Castille established the Abbey of Royaumont, today still the largest Cistercian abbey of Ile-de-France. Listed as a historical monument, the abbey has one of the most beautiful examples of Gothic refectory in France. The 7 hectares park, crossed by canals, is labelled "Remarkable garden" by the French Minister of Culture. It has conserved some of its medieval features and today has three gardens: an experimental vegetable garden, opened in 2014, a medieval inspiration garden, and the garden of the monastery transformed into a ravishing French garden in 1912. The abbey is open every day, from 10 am to 6 pm (5:30 pm between November and March). Royaumont Abbey also offers guided visits, heritage and garden activities for children and families every Sunday throughout the year, and holds a music and dance Festival every year in September and October.

3 Jard de l’abbaye de Royaumont 95270 Asnières-sur-Oise
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Viaduc de Touffreville-Sur-Eu
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Viaduc de Touffreville-Sur-Eu

The Seine-Maritime region boasts a rich industrial heritage dating back to the 19th century. Such is the case of the Touffreville-sur-Eu railway viaduct, which has just been designated a Seine-Maritime rural heritage site. After the black fumes of coal-fired locomotive chimneys, it's time to turn to nature. The Chemin Vert du Petit Caux, a hiking trail, now includes the Viaduct, allowing visitors to discover a magnificent landscape on foot, on horseback or by bike. It all began in 1872 with the opening of the 40 km Dieppe-Eu railroad line, where the Touffreville-Sur-Eu Viaduct was built to cross the Yères valley. Inaugurated in 1885, the brick viaduct features 9 arches, and the line is operated by Compagnie de l'Ouest, notably to transport pebbles for industrial export. A link of the coastal railroad from Le Tréport to Le Havre was then operated to serve the beaches, whose seaside activity was booming with casinos, villas and sumptuous hotels with architecture typical of the Normandy coast. Before 1914, it took 1h45 to travel from Dieppe to Le Tréport, with five omnibuses making the journey each day. From 1938, the line was closed to passengers and devoted to freight transport. The Second World War led to the disappearance of most of the buildings on the coast, and the seaside activity came to a halt. Freight traffic resumed until 1972, when it came to a halt with the oil crisis. The SNCF then bought up the 17 km of track between Saint-Quentin-au-Bosc and Eu, and in 1986 turned it into a hiking trail - the birth of the Chemin Vert du Petit Caux! To better appreciate the richness of the Petit Caux agricultural plateau, put on your hiking gear and set off to discover the history of this railroad past and savor the joy of being in the middle of nature. Along the way, you'll come across numerous animals, discover the flora and take picnic breaks. It takes four hours to complete this long hike, but you can do it in sections and admire the gatekeeper's house, the level crossings and the Touffreville-sur-Eu goods hall. For your convenience, there are numerous information panels along the way.

76630 PETIT-CAUX
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Caution!
We have no information on the difficulty of this circuit. You may encounter some surprises along the way. Before you go, please feel free to inquire more and take all necessary precautions. Have a good trip! 🌳🥾