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Norman countryside around Le Manoir du Butel

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Ideally located between the D-Day Landing Beaches and Mont-Saint-Michel, Le Manoir du Butel is the perfect base to discover the treasures of Normandy. History, nature, fine food and thrills... there is something for everyone.

Mont-Saint-Michel

1h05

A wonder of the Western world, Mont-Saint-Michel is a must-see about 1h05 from the manor. Cross the bay on foot with a guide for an unforgettable experience, or admire the thousand-year-old abbey perched on its rocky islet.

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Utah Beach & the D-Day Landing Beaches

50 min

Relive the history of D-Day by visiting Utah Beach and its museum, Omaha Beach, the Pointe du Hoc and the military cemeteries. A moving tribute to remembrance, about 50 minutes from the manor.

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Granville, the Monaco of the North

55 min

Nicknamed the Monaco of the North, Granville features its fortified upper town, the Christian Dior museum set in his childhood villa, and boat trips to the beautiful Chausey islands. A lively fishing port and fine sandy beaches.

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West Coast & watersports

50 min

The west coast of the Cotentin peninsula boasts wild beaches perfect for land yachting, kitesurfing and watersports. From Barneville-Carteret you can also sail to the Channel Islands (Jersey, Guernsey).

Souleuvre Viaduct

15 min

Thrills guaranteed at the Souleuvre Viaduct! Bungee jumping, a giant zip line and a swing 61 metres above the ground. A one-of-a-kind site designed by Gustave Eiffel, now transformed into an adventure park.

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Hiking & nature

On site

Walking trails start just 100 metres from the manor! Country lanes, Normandy hedgerows and waymarked paths for every level. Mountain biking is also possible nearby. The absolute calm of the Normandy countryside.

Distances from the Manor

15 min

Souleuvre Viaduct

Bungee jumping, zip line

28 min

Villedieu-les-Poêles

Coppersmith town, Tuesday market

40 min

Bayeux

Bayeux Tapestry, cathedral

50 min

Utah Beach

D-Day Landing Beaches, museum

50 min

West Coast (Barneville)

Beaches, water sports

55 min

Granville

The Monaco of the North, Dior Museum, Chausey Islands

1h05

Mont-Saint-Michel

The Wonder of the West

Le Manoir du Butel

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