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- Be humbled by the landing beaches. In 1944, thousands of soldiers from the United States, Britain and other nations landed in Calvados to liberate Europe.
- 1,000 years of history in Bayeux. A medieval city preserved from the bombings during the war, the small town of Bayeux is home to several treasures not to be missed.
- Falaise and the castle of William the Conqueror. It is in Falaise that you will find the imposing castle where William the Conqueror was born. Cradle of the Anglo-Norman dynasty, this building invites the visitor to go back in time and admire the castle as it existed in the 11th, 12th and 13th centuries using touchscreen tablets.
- Honfleur, the postcard of Normandy. “Like no other port”: this is Honfleur, an essential stopover for any visit to Normandy. Its charm is undeniable, with its old port surrounded by narrow, high houses and its Sainte-Catherine church built entirely of wood.
Dives-sur-Mer. In the 'Village of William the Conqueror' at Dives-sur-Mer artisans and artists are brought together in a medieval setting See guide. Falaise. Best known for its castle, Falaise also has several other interesting monuments in the town centre See guide. Honfleur.
The Calvados Experience is great for the whole family and there’s a tasting included in the visit (though not for kids) and a very smart shop selling Calvados and cider products plus a picnic area and a café on site. Tours are available in 8 languages: www.calvados-experience.com. Calvados Cocktail Competition.
- A Multi-Sensory Experience Celebrating Calvados
- The Perfect Introduction to Calvados
- Savouring Calvados
- Did You Know?
Immerse yourself in the history of Calvados, Normandy’s native apple brandy. This high-end visitor attraction is housed in the former warehouses of the famous Père Magloire distillery, refurbished by Spirit France, the international drinks distributor. Covering an area of 3,000sqm, thisinteractive one-hour tourguides visitors through the history of...
Throughout the tour, the visitor’s journey takes them through immersive settings. Step back in time in a typical pre-war Normandy village, complete with half-timbered cottages, farm and market place. Then stroll through apple trees in the orchard room, learn about the production process and step on apples in the apple press and fermentation room, b...
The tour culminates in a calvados tasting session, where an expert guides visitors through three distinct criteria: the appearance, the nose and the palate. After learning how to view, smell, and savour calvados, you’ll be able to sip like a true calvados connoisseur! Open to all ages, there is also a tasty non-alcoholic alternative for under 18s; ...
6,000,000 bottles of Calvados are produced every yearCalvados has a reputation for being a high-end beverage in most international marketsCalvados is the only spirit with a fruity taste, making it ideal for cocktails!- 75 min
A perfect region for relaxing - or exploring! Calvados tourism. Calvados is one of the three departments that make up the Lower Normandy region on the coast of northern France (the others are Manche and Orne).
Situated in Lower Normandy, Calvados is characterised by the pretty countryside of the Pays d’Auge with its apple orchards and half-timbered houses, some of which have thatched roofs, known as ‘colombage’.
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When you think about the Calvados, your mind conjures up a series of beautiful images - the wonderful natural seascapes and landscapes, the delicious food, the historical sites, and of course the fantastic beaches lining the Channel. The Calvados is all this, and much more!
