Châteaux and Gardens

Again, there are so many to chose from, but here are just a few suggestions:

Château Rabodanges 17th Century château and stud farm with a man made lake, park with leisure activities and play area for children

Château Carrouges A 14th Century château which hosts a number of special events in the grounds including a Hunting, Shooting and Fishing Festival early in

Jardins de Bellevue A wonderful 15 acre site looking across to the Foret d'Eawy and home to two national collections

Les Jardins de la Mansonie Set high in the Alpes Mancelles at the top of one of the most beautiful villages in France

Parc Floral de la Colline aux Oiseaux Also in Caen, this 40 acre site was developed for the 50th anniversary of the Normandy Landings and is dedicated to peace. It is home to a wonderful rose garden with 15,000 varieties both modern and old

Château Sassy 18th Century Château whose formal gardens are an historical monument

La Route des Châteaux To the South East of Argentan, this walk takes you to three different Châteaux set in the forest

Sées Cathedral A splendid Gothic building which in the summer stages the Musilumières (a music and light show) revealing the building in all its glory

Château d'O A moated gothic château

Château Vendeuvre A visit to this 18th Century château gives you the chance to see one furnished as it would be in its heyday. It also houses a collection of over 750 items of miniature furniture. There are three wonderful gardens in which there are many surprises including a shell grotto, waterfall and Chinese bridge.

Château Harcourt A beautifully restored medieval château with an arboretum

Thury Harcourt A ruined château, set beside the river Orne which has beautiful

Jardins du Prieuré Saint-Michel 13th and 18th Century gardens and buildings in the Pays d'Auge

Parc et Jardins du Château de Canon A magnificent 18th Century park with statues and follies

Jardin des Plantes-Jardin Botanique Situated in Caen and containing three centuries of plant history including medicinal plants and exotic hot houses