Itinerary: The Côte Fleurie from Deauville to Cabourg

Today we're following the D513 between Deauville and Villers-sur-Mer. This 10-kilometre route offers many points of interest and runs alongside the English Channel and the beautiful Normandy countryside. As soon as you leave the outskirts of Deauville, you come to Mont Choisy. From the top of this hill, you have a wide view stretching from the Orne estuary to Cap de la Hève. Back on the D513, you pass through the seaside resort of Bénerville-sur-Mer. Next to Bénerville-sur-Mer is Blonville-sur-Mer. Once again, the fine sandy beach is the backdrop for villas and an interesting religious building, the chapel of Notre-Dame de l'Assomption. You can do some shopping in a local grocery shop for a picnic by the beach. La Fine Bouche, a delicatessen, offers fruit and vegetables, cheeses, wines and spirits.

The road then takes you to Villers-sur-Mer. This elegant seaside resort has suffered less from concrete development than the rest of the coast. Here, opulent villas blossom in front of a 5-kilometre-long beach. The beach at Villers-sur-Mer ends where the Vaches Noires cliff begins . This cliff lies between Villers-sur-Mer and Houlgate, offering walkers a beautiful panorama. It stretches from Trouville to the seaside resort of Luc-sur-Mer. And don't miss the countryside inland from Villers-sur-Mer. Here you'll find an exuberant natural environment that blends perfectly with the rugged terrain.

⭐ Les Champs Rabats

Les Champs Rabats bed and breakfast is the perfect address for lovers in search of peace and quiet. Located on the heights of Villers-sur-Mer in the countryside, a vast garden surrounds this beautiful farmhouse. It is an ideal place to recharge your batteries. Guestrooms feature flat-screen TVs and en suite bathrooms with showers. If you are a family (2 adults and a child) you will also benefit from a triple room. A continental breakfast is served on site (breakfast in your room on request). Private parking is available.

Today we're continuing our route in the direction of Cabourg. We take the D513. Our first stop is Houlgate, a major seaside resort on the Côte Fleurie. A popular destination for families, the little town has a wide range of attractions. Houlgate is an open-air history book! You'll discover an incredible concentration of villas, manor houses and other opulent residences. There are almost 500 houses to admire, and the Tourist Office offers guided tours. As well as these charming residences, the town offers visitors its vast beach. It's a favourite destination for families. As an added bonus, Club Mickey and the inter-communal sailing school are sure to please young and old alike!

After this first stop, we continue on to Dives-sur-Mer. Dives-sur-Mer is a historic town, and it was from here that William the Conqueror set sail to invade England. To find out more and discover a district dedicated to the town's ancient history, set off to discover the William the Conqueror art village. On Saturdays, the remarkable covered market is a hive of activity. The local market attracts visitors from all over the region! For a traditional, convivial meal, head to La Brasserie de la Mer. This restaurant, located not far from the port of Dives-sur-Mer, serves healthy food made with fresh produce. Finally, you arrive in Cabourg, the pearl of the Côte Fleurie. Capital of Romanticism, the town was the haunt of the famous writer Marcel Proust. All the ingredients are there for a great time. You'll find a vast, beautiful beach, a huge pedestrian zone and numerous listed villas. Flower-filled gardens add to the charm of this pretty town.

⭐ Le Grand Hôtel de Cabourg

To sleep in a hotel steeped in history head for Le Grand Hôtel de Cabourg! The palace of the town! Among the celebrities to have passed through the most famous hotel remains Marcel Proust. This 5-star hotel is located on the seafront of the romantic town of Cabourg. The comfortable rooms have a spacious bathroom. Some offer a superb view of the English Channel. As a bonus, some rooms can accommodate up to 5 people (3 adults and two children). The hotel also has a bar and restaurant. There is also a private car park.