Events
Norman traditions are on display each year. From the Easter festival in Deauville to the Mardi Gras in Granville, the old duchy is really a wonderful place to spend a vacation.
- Deauville Easter Festival
Info: Music fills the air this spring as the coastal resort of Deauville in Lower Normandy welcomes the return of the magnificent classical concerts forming part of the annual Festival de Paques.
When: April - May
Where: Deauville
- Foire aux Geraniums
Info: The achingly pretty village of Beuvron-en-Auge celebrates the ubiquitous geranium with this annual festival. More than 50 exhibitors gather to display their prize-winning blooms in the local streets and squares.
When: May
Where: Beuvron-en-Auge
- Pelerinage des Marins
Info: Every year, the beautiful port of Honfleur honors its maritime tradition with the Pelerinage des Marins (Sailor’s Pilgrimage), one of the prettiest sights to be seen in northern France.
When: May
Where: Honfleur
- Falaise Hivernales Festivities
Info: The birthplace of William the Conqueror, Falaise, lights up for an annual festive experience.
When: December
Where: Falaise
- Beauchene’s Light Festival
Info: Each year, the village of Beauchene in l’Orne holds a contest to choose the best-lit listed buildings in the area. Castles, schools, churches and city halls are all illuminated. Guided tours are available, departing from Beauchene Tourist Office.
When: December - January
Where: Beauchene
- Mardi Gras Carnival
Info: Granville’s Mardi Gras Carnival has been celebrated since 1872, when a feast was prepared before the fishermen took to the water. Happily, festivities have improved since then, with more focus on the fun and less on the fish. Expect floats, all-night drinking and up to 30000 revelers.
When: February
Where: Granville