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Cultural Walking Adventure
One of this tour’s fine hotels
Our goal is always to find the most interesting and memorable lodging a region offers. Here's one of our favorites from this itinerary. For a complete list, please call or email us.
Chateau de Sully
Ideally located between Bayeux and the Normandy landing beaches, Chateau de Sully is a magnificent 18th century chateau that has been lovingly preserved, showcasing the original architecture while embellishing its rooms with tasteful modern décor. Enjoy a walk around the estate and gardens or sink into one of the deep armchairs in the bar with a glass of French wine.
Chateau de Sully Ideally located between Bayeux and the Normandy landing beaches, Chateau de Sully is a magnificent 18th century chateau that has been lovingly preserved, showcasing the original architecture while embellishing its rooms with tasteful modern décor. Enjoy a walk around the estate and gardens or sink into one of the deep armchairs in the bar with a glass of French wine.
Where the tour begins and ends
Starting Point: Deauville, France - 2:30 pm
Ending Point: Rennes, France - 12:00 pm
What the weather is like
Normandy and Brittany have a temperate climate and do not have very significant temperature extremes. It can often be cool and misty in the morning, followed by warm sunshine during the day.
| Average Daily Highs (°F) |
May | June | July | Sept. | Oct. |
| Rennes | 66 | 71 | 76 | 70 | 61 |
| Paris | 64 | 70 | 75 | 69 | 59 |
Background reading
D-Day June 6, 1944, The Climactic Battle of World War II -
Stephen Ambrose
A comprehensive account of D-Day. This well researched book draws together interviews and recent government documents to tell the gripping tale of June 6, 1944.
The Bayeux Tapestry, Monument to a Norman Triumph -
Wolfgang Grape
The story of the Norman conquest of England as told through the scenes depicted on the Bayeux Tapestry.
Reviews
"The variety of activities caught me by surprise...something physical, something aesthetic and historical, and something typically French everyday, not to mention the wonderful history, art, beauty, and fine dining."Dr. Martha M., Union, NJ
