The Rough Guide to Brittany & Normandy is the ultimate handbook for discovering the region, from the glorious medieval abbey of Mont-St-Michel to Monet's waterlily pond at Giverny, and the ancient Bayeux Tapestry. Discover walks and cycle trails through ancient forests and along stunning coastline, and learn more about the defining feature of the Breton landscape - the awe-inspiring megaliths of Carnac. Foodies will enjoy a full-colour section on Feasting in northern France, while readers are directed to the finest restaurants and café terraces, not to mention lively festivals and markets. Whether you're looking for the best camping or the most stylish hotels, you can rely on accommodation suggestions for every budget and taste. You'll find practical advice on travelling around the region, from river cruises to the SNCF rail service, as well as the clearest maps of any guide. Explore all corners of this region with authoritative background on everything from Brittany and Normandy's varied landscapes and wildlife to its fascinating history and musical heritage. Make the most of your holiday with The Rough Guide to Brittany & Normandy.

Practical travel guide to Brittany and Normandy featuring points-of-interest structured lists of all sights and off-the-beaten-track treasures, with detailed colour-coded maps, practical details about what to see and to do in Brittany and Normandy, how to get there and around, pre-departure information, as well as top time-saving tips, like a visual list of things not to miss in Brittany and Normandy, expert author picks and itineraries to help you plan your trip. The Rough Guide to Brittany and Normandy covers: Seine-Maritime; The Lower Normandy Coast; Inland Normandy; The North Coast and Rennes; Finistère; Inland Brittany: The Nantes-Brest Canal; The South Coast. Inside this travel guide you'll find: RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLER Experiences selection for every kind of trip to Brittany and Normandy, from off-the-beaten-track adventures in Côte de Granit Rose to family activities in child-friendly places, like Étretat or chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas, like Le Mont-Saint-Michel. PRACTICAL TRAVEL TIPS Essential pre-departure information including Brittany and Normandy entry requirements, getting around, health information, travelling with children, sports and outdoor activities, food and drink, festivals, culture and etiquette, shopping, tips for travellers with disabilities and more. TIME-SAVING ITINERARIES Carefully planned routes covering the best of Brittany and Normandy give a taste of the richness and diversity of the destination, and have been created for different time frames or types of trip. DETAILED REGIONAL COVERAGE Clear structure within each sightseeing chapter includes regional highlights, brief history, detailed sights and places ordered geographically, recommended restaurants, hotels, bars, clubs and major shops or entertainment options. INSIGHTS INTO GETTING AROUND LIKE A LOCAL Tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money and find the best local spots for exploring wild rugged coastlines, mighty medieval fortresses or sampling delicious variations of seafood and cheese. HIGHLIGHTS OF THINGS NOT TO MISS Rough Guides' rundown of Rennes, Rouen, the Pays d'Auge and Finistère's best sights and top experiences help to make the most of each trip to Brittany and Normandy, even in a short time. HONEST AND INDEPENDENT REVIEWS Written by Rough Guides' expert authors with a trademark blend of humour, honesty and expertise, to help to find the best places in Brittany and Normandy, matching different needs. BACKGROUND INFORMATION Comprehensive 'Contexts' chapter features fascinating insights into Brittany and Normandy, with coverage of history, religion, ethnic groups, environment, wildlife and books, plus a handy language section and glossary. FABULOUS FULL COLOUR PHOTOGRAPHY Features inspirational colour photography, including the stunning Mont St. Michel and the spectacular Honfleur. COLOUR-CODED MAPPING Practical full-colour maps, with clearly numbered, colour-coded keys for quick orientation in Nantes, St-Malo and many more locations in Brittany and Normandy, reduce need to go online. USER-FRIENDLY LAYOUT With helpful icons, and organised by neighbourhood to help you pick the best spots to spend your time.

Brittany and Normandy is one of France's most visited regions with its outstanding scenery, picturesque villages, remarkable history and fine French produce. The Rough Guide gets under the skin of the area with informed coverage of all the sights from the magnificent abbey of Mont-St-Michel to the evocative medieval city of Rouen. There are practical tips on a host of activities including trips to Brittany's stunning off-shore islands and cycling the backroads. In each chapter there are critical reviews of the best hotels, cafés and restaurants, in every price bracket. Finally a detailed "contexts" chapter covers the history of the region, further reading and an essay on Breton music.

The Rough Guide to Brittany & Normandy is the ultimate handbook for discovering this region, from the glorious medieval abbey of Mont-St-Michel to Monet's waterlily pond at Giverny, and the ancient Bayeux Tapestry. Discover walks and cycle trails through ancient forests and along stunning coastline and learn more about the defining feature of the Breton landscape--the awe-inspiring megaliths of Carnac. Foodies will enjoy a full-color section on Feasting in northern France, while readers are directed to the finest restaurants and café terraces, not to mention lively festivals and markets. Whether you're looking for the best camping or the most stylish hotels, you can rely on accommodation suggestions for every budget and taste. You'll find practical advice on traveling around the region, from river cruises to the SNCF rail service, as well as the clearest maps of any guide. Explore all corners of this region with authoritative background on everything from Brittany and Normandy's varied landscapes and wildlife to its fascinating history and musical heritage.

The Rough Guide to Brittany & Normandy is the ultimate handbook for discovering the region, from the glorious medieval abbey of Mont-St-Michel to Monet's waterlily pond at Giverny, and the ancient Bayeux Tapestry. Discover walks and cycle trails through ancient forests and along stunning coastline, and learn more about the defining feature of the Breton landscape - the awe-inspiring megaliths of Carnac. Foodies will enjoy a full section on Feasting in northern France, while readers are directed to the finest restaurants and café terraces, not to mention lively festivals and markets. Whether you're looking for the best camping or the most stylish hotels, you can rely on accommodation suggestions for every budget and taste. You'll find practical advice on travelling around the region, from river cruises to the SNCF rail service, as well as the clearest maps of any guide. Explore all corners of this region with authoritative background on everything from Brittany and Normandy's varied landscapes and wildlife to its fascinating history and musical heritage. Make the most of your holiday with The Rough Guide to Brittany & Normandy.

Discover Brittany and Normandy with this comprehensive and entertaining travel guide, packed with practical information and honest and independent recommendations by our experts. Whether you plan to explore the Gardens at Giverny, hike the Côte de Granit de Rose or sample the region's delicious oysters, the Rough Guide to Brittany and Normandy will help you discover the best places to explore, eat, drink, shop and sleep along the way.

From cosmopolitan Paris to the sunny Cote d'Azur, from historical Normandy to the rocky Pyrenes, this new edition updates the best of towns, attractions, and landscapes of every region. 100 maps. of color photos.

Easily accessible from Paris, Brittany and Normandy remain among France's most enduringly fascinating regions. From early Celtic rites and King Arthur's tournaments to Monet's paintings at Giverny and the D-Day landings, these shores resound with living history. Whether you're racing the tides of Mont-St-Michel or catching rays on the Norman Riviera, The Rough Guide gives you the inside track on an unforgettable trip.