From the owner: L'espace vert de Caen L'existence du Jardin des Plantes remonte à 1689. Depuis il n'a cessé de…read mores'agrandir et de s'embellir. Il compte désormais plusieurs serres (serre chaude, serre tempérée, serre froide...) ainsi qu'une orangerie. Installé à la place d'une ancienne carrière, il regroupe plus de 8000 espèces sur 5000 mètres carrés. La partie basse comprend la flore normande, le jardin médicinal, les collections horticoles ou encore les arbres et arbustes. La partie haute, quant à elle, accueille le parc public réputé pour ses mosaïcultures.Le Jardin des Plantes, c'est également des aires de jeux pour les enfants.

From the owner: Un paradis pour les enfants Si le royaume des enfants a un nom, c'est peut-être celui-ci. C'est…read moreréellement la fête pour eux. Des manèges, des toboggans, un cirque : tout est réuni pour leur plaire. Même si certaines attractions vous paraissent un peu dépassées cela n'empêche pas les enfants de s'amuser et de profiter du labyrinthe, du bateau un peu fou, du gros tapis où l'on saute ou des chevaux de Guillaume.

From the owner: La force tranquille de la ville "Avec ses 3,5 hectares d'espaces verts en pente, il offre un très…read moreagréable lieu où flâner à l'abri de la circulation et un pôle d'attraction pour les enfants avec son bassin et ses nombreux jeux (toboggan, pont de singe, balançoires, tourniquets). En se promenant, on y découvre des serres, quelques statues en bronze et, tout en haut, une fausse source dans le style des ""folies"" de l'époque, avec une cascade (mise en service en 1882) qui s'en va alimenter le bassin en contrebas. Sous la cascade, se trouve l'imposante glacière du cloître des Capucins."

From the owner: Une architecture hétéroclite Protégé par une hêtraie, le château de Miromesnil, lieu de naissance…read morede Guy de Maupassant se distingue par la diversité de ses façades (Louis XIII au nord, Henri IV au sud). Son potager fleuri présente une diversité exceptionnelle de légumes et de fleurs dont une remarquable collection de clématites. Chapelle des XVIe et XVIIIe siècles dans le parc.

The famous cliffs. Of course this will be mostly the main reason one comes to this town. And it was…read morethe reason for our visit as well. The north of France is lovely and has some great spots. This is one of these great spots. Just be prepared that you won't be the only one around when visiting. When we arrived - on a weekday during Covid-19 - it was packed. Like really really packed. No chance for a parking lot in town or even the big lot a bit outside of town. Parked it somewhere a bit uphill east of the town, just beside the street like many other french folks did (turned out well). The cliffs and rock formations are indeed impressive Choose to walk up the cliffs on the left or on the right of the town and its beach. The more interesting formations though are on the left, the western side I'd say. The stone beach is a nice place to have a quick rest and to get some really good views of the cliffs/formations. Swim, if you like and dare - because the water is cold, even in summer. There's a narrow path leading up to the cliffs and to the formations. Also to some bigger viewing platforms. It is very narrow and difficult at times. Not difficult because it's a really tough hike. Because it's not so bad, even our English Bulldog managed to walk the whole way up and down again. But it was so overflowing with visitors, that it was hard to pass by. Because some sections are so narrow that only one person fits. And now imagine folks going up AND going down...also the first section with the stairs are a bit difficult (and slippery). But it's worth it. Bring a bit of time, a bit of patience. We've seen moody and rushing visitors. Dont' be one of them. If you visit a place like this, take your time. LOOK at the place and enjoy it. But one selfie and a post on social media seems to be enough for many. Too bad, you're missing out. Once you made it to the top it gets easier. People are spreading out in the bigger and flatter area up there. Be sure to check out the different viewing spots and platforms. Careful if you're afraid of heights though and hold onto to your hats...it's windy at times. The views are very rewarding. The cliffs and the formations amazing. Worth the - even though short - walk up here. You could continue your walk on the coastline up here further east. But calculate your time well - especially if your car is still in town. All in all a great visit to Etretat. The town itself is the typical tourist fare. But the cliffs are worth several hours of drive. And: there are fascinating bunkers and war memorials around as well. Very interesting history lesson.

Spectacular views to be enjoyed. And the scope & detail continue to change depending on where you…read moreare on the beach from one end to the other as well as the height. You can choose to climb above the spirals where the views, as beautiful as they are, actually don't compare to the opposite's end on the cliff- that was my favorite view! When it's sunny, they appear as white but when the sun starts to set behind them they are dark & the detail again makes them seem to transform right before your eyes. The town too is an excellent example of Norman architecture. Very quaint. It's a resort town so it's pricier. If you are touring the region of Normandy while in France- defiantly make time for this beautiful seaside area.