Upper Normandy Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in May)

Exploring Monet's Garden in the Town of Giverny

On the way from Versailles to Rouen, passing through the town of Giverny, I had long heard of the fame of Monet's Garden and decided to pay a visit. It was the weekend and unexpectedly crowded; after a long winter, people seemed eager to enjoy the beautiful scenery of green trees and red flowers bestowed by nature in spring. The A13 highway from Paris to Rouen was almost entirely congested with red and yellow traffic, and it took three rounds according to 'ancient practice' to find a parking spot in the parking lot. When leaving, I did a favor by giving my parking spot to a Chinese lady. Monet, the master of Impressionist painting, lived here from 1883 to 1926 for 43 years, leaving behind a private garden built in his favored style, which is depicted in many of his later works. It has left a wonderful memory for posterity and has become a pilgrimage site for Impressionism. The town itself seems to be influenced by him, appearing particularly special, probably also in the Impressionist style depicted in his works. The main attractions are two: Monet's Garden and House (currently the ticket is 11 euros per adult) and the Museum of Impressionism Giverny. There is a free parking lot for self-driving visitors, but spaces are tight, and there are other paid parking lots nearby. The house retains the scene of his life at that time, his works, and his favorite decorations. Monet collected some cultural and artistic works from the East, mainly Japanese Ukiyo-e paintings in his collection, and I also saw Chinese paintings, which, although not labeled, were highly recognizable. Perhaps because of his love for Eastern culture, the water garden in the garden was created with a lily pond and a Japanese bridge (rebuilt according to the paintings of that time). Both the town and Monet's house and garden have a different charm and are very ornamental. The house and garden are closed in winter and open to the public from April to October each year. The flowers in the garden are always in bloom with the seasons, accompanied by the pink house, green trees, and the water lilies in the pond, it is itself a wonderful landscape painting that makes people linger. During the visit, it was noon, with strong and direct sunlight, not the most beautiful scenery, but due to the limited opening hours, starting at 09:30 in the morning, it is difficult to see the most beautiful moments. The entire tour takes 2-3 hours, including queuing time. Tips: The location given by the navigation is the entrance for tour groups. Individual visitors should walk to the end of the alley, turn right, and proceed to arrive; because the water garden is separated by a road, it is said to have been purchased and built by Monet later, so after visiting the house and garden, go through the underground passage to visit the water garden.

🇫🇷 Monet's Enchanted Haven

#paristrip Giverny's House & Gardens, famously home to renowned Impressionist painter Claude Monet, is a breathtaking oasis of natural beauty and artistic inspiration. Stepping into Monet's former residence transports visitors to the serene world depicted in his masterpieces. The meticulously maintained gardens, with their vibrant flowerbeds, serene ponds, and iconic Japanese bridge, evoke the same sense of tranquility and harmony that captivated Monet himself. Exploring the house reveals glimpses of the artist's life and work, adding depth to the experience. Whether admiring the water lilies or strolling through the flower-lined pathways, Giverny's House & Gardens is a haven for art lovers and nature enthusiasts alike.

Giverny, the world-famous garden town in France, is an original art town

Monet's Garden is the former residence of the famous French painter Monet, divided into a water garden and a flower garden. The flower garden, also known as the Normandy Garden, is located in front of the house, rectangular in shape, covering about one hectare. The water garden is an artificial lake, filled with water lilies! Monet did not plant flowers according to their varieties in different places, but mixed all kinds of flowers, from the most common to the rarest, together! Not only are they staggered in height, but they also pay great attention to the coordination of colors. Red, brown, orange, blue and other tones of flowers are scattered among them, presenting a natural visual dynamism!

Monet's home

🇫🇷Monet's former residence. Come with me to see Monet's 'Water Lilies'🪷, all the beautiful scenery here has appeared in Monet's paintings many times! I envy him so much, every day I can see herds of cows and seas of flowers as soon as I open the window.

Exploring the French Wonderland: Entretat, the masterpiece of nature

🌊 Hi fairies, today I'm going to share with you a trip to France🇫🇷! Have you heard of Entretat on the Normandy coast? This is a perfect combination of natural and cultural beauty, where you can feel the masterpiece of nature and start an unforgettable holiday experience. 🐘 The Elephant Trunk Mountain in Entretat, like a masterpiece of nature, has a unique and towering cliff shape, just like two huge 🐘 elephant trunks! It has attracted countless tourists and artists who have found endless creative inspiration here, including Monet and Picasso. 🌴 In addition to Elephant Trunk Mountain, Entretat also has spectacular natural scenery. Stroll on the beach, enjoy the spectacular ocean view, or explore nearby nature reserves, such as Aiguille Creuse, which is an ideal place for hiking enthusiasts. 🍹 Here, you can also taste fresh seafood🦞🐚, crabs and oysters, or try local pastries, such as Normandy apple pie, to satisfy your taste buds

Bucket list - Étretat

The stunning cliffs of Etretat are world-famous for their naturally-formed archways. This is nature at its best with a fantastic mix of water, cliffs and open fields inland. We climbed up at both ends to have the birds eye view. Snap some photos of these geological wonders as you ramble along the coastal path. #France2023 #etretat #amazing #hikes #biking

Reasons to go visit Etretat!

Well who doesn’t love to see a little part of the Atlantic Ocean, Etretat part of Northern france famous for it’s beautiful cliffs, beaches and the history of WW2 with great traditional Normandy cuisine and fresh seafood, you will absolutely fall in love because of the food and the nature and beauty this town has to offer! #staycation #beachlife #mountains #hikingtrails #campingglamping #foodie

Speaking of Elephant Trunk Hill, we must first talk about the French painter Monet, one of the founders of Impressionism, and also its representative. You should have heard of the famous "Sunrise Impression"? Monet was born in Paris. At the age of 5, the family moved to Le Havre in the Normandy region. So when he grew up, Monet painted his hometown of Le Havre. Not only that, the Elephant Trunk Hill near Le Havre became a Monet dish. With Monet's eyes on the country, the scenery in front of him becomes an oil painting. Back to Elephant Trunk Hill, as the name suggests, is the mountain that looks like a nose. There are three elephant trunk mountains in the Elephant Trunk Mountain Scenic Area. Because it is also called Elephant Trunk Hill, it is a friendly scenic spot with the Elephant Trunk Hill in Guilin.

Cathedral of Our Lady of Rouen. This is a very standard Gothic building. Monet has painted dozens of different colors of the Cathedral of Our Lady of Rouen, all without exception. It is a turbid brush with his own characteristics. It is the kind of myopia that looks like a thousand degrees through the flat mirror with rain. a feeling of. Come, you feel, I chose a color I like, blue is the warmest color.

As an ancient city with a thousand-year history, strolling through the streets of Rouen in Rouen, the monuments are not difficult to pick up - the Cathedral of Our Lady, the Church of St. Markalu, the Church of Joan of Arc... Its really silly to not do the homework in advance. As the landmark building of Rouen, the Cathedral of Our Lady attracts countless visitors from all over the world. The exterior is gorgeous and shocking. The interior is solemn and solemn. The camera is set aside and prays like a local person to find inner peace.

Gros Horloge - Great Clock in Rouen, France

Rouen is situated in Normandy, the northern region of France. Rouen is the capital of Normandy (the hometown of Gabriel from Emily in Paris), and it’s a really nice quaint little town. in the city centre of Rouen sits the Gros Horloge (Great Clock), which is a 14th century astronomical clock made in 1389. It is installed in a Renaissance arch crossing the busy street of Rue de Gros-Horloge. The city centre is bustling and everywhere around this monument is filled with little cafes, shops, and many other sites such as the Joan of Arc museum. It is an interesting place to visit and would be nice to experience! #france #rouen

Home of Dom Benedictine 🥂

How much do you love your DOM Benedictine? Enough to visit the distillery in Fecamp, France? ✨🇫🇷✌🏼 The museum is housed in a beautiful palace built by its founder and you can join tours to visit the distillery. At the bar in the same building, indulge in a DOM tasting and head over to the shop to try some products or even bag home a set of DOM in different styles #mytripvlog