Report: Deauville, a land of gastronomy

Deauville's markets

There's nothing quite like shopping at a market, in search of the bounty of the region. Deauville is lucky enough to have two: the Marché de Deauville is held every Tuesday, Friday and Saturday morning. It takes place in the half-timbered market halls on Place Morny. All you have to do is choose between cheese, vegetables and seafood, and don't miss the organic market on Thursday mornings.

Or why not try your hand at kayaking?

This original solution is available at the port of Trouville-sur-Mer. You can take to the open sea and try your hand at fishing in the English Channel! The waters of the Channel are rich and teeming with excellent fish. Concept Sport Emotion is based on the beach at Trouville-sur-Mer. For a savoury lunchtime break, there's nothing like the fish and seafood restaurant L'Étoile des Mers! When it comes to fresh produce, you can't do better. In fact, this restaurant is also a fishmonger's! Choose from the fish of the day or treat yourself to a seafood platter! Open from Thursday to Sunday, lunchtime specials during the week offer great value for money.

Every year at the end of October, Villers-sur-Mer celebrates a special delicacy. It's scallop season! For two days, the festival focuses entirely on seafood. The aim is to offer you the very best products, all in a lively atmosphere (concerts, parades). Zoom in on the market: you'll discover a profusion of scallops and shellfish from the region. What's more, prices are reasonable and the quality and freshness of the produce are unbeatable! To top it all off, you'll be treated to culinary demonstrations by the Académie Nationale de Cuisine and the Meilleurs Ouvriers de France (Best Craftsmen in France). Last but not least, you'll find an on-site market selling wines, local produce and gastronomic delights.

Deauville and the Normandy region boast 4 world-famous cheeses!

• Camembert, the most famous cheese in Normandy!
• Neufchâtel or "bonbon de Neufchâtel" is the oldest cheese in Normandy (1035). Its heart shape is typical.
• Livarot
• Pont-l'Evêque

To learn more about cheese, stop off at the Village Fromager. Established in Livarot since 1910, discover the Fromagerie E. Graindorge. The company makes Livarot and Pont l'Evêque PDO cheeses from Normandy. Since 2004, the Cheese Village has been offering tours of the E. Graindorge cheese dairy. During your visit, you'll discover the cheese-making workshops through a corridor of glass galleries. The various stages in the cheese-making process will hold no secrets for you!

In the heart of Deauville's marina, discover La Péniche restaurant and tea room, where you can enjoy an aperitif and dinner overlooking the boats... This atypical restaurant invites you on a gustatory voyage. The restaurant's specialities range from seafood to local produce.

⭐ Les Manoirs de Tourgéville

The 4* Les Manoirs de Tourgéville hotel is located 6 kilometres south of Deauville. This establishment consists of a main building and 5 half-timbered Norman manor houses. The property covers an area of 7 hectares! The site boasts a heated indoor swimming pool and a spa and fitness centre.

The manor house offers spacious, bright rooms and flats. Some are suitable for a family of 4 (2 adults and 2 children). All rooms have satellite TV, en suite bathrooms and minibars. As an added bonus, some rooms have a private terrace overlooking the vast park. The panoramic restaurant Le 1899 serves traditional cuisine for lunch and dinner. A buffet breakfast is served every morning. Parking is not a problem, as there is a private car park on the property.

⭐ Les Jardins de Deauville

The 3* Les Jardins de Deauville hotel offers 66 rooms and suites as well as a restaurant. It is located in Saint-Martin-aux-Chartrains, a commune 7 kilometres from Deauville. The rooms feature modern comforts and all the services you need for a tailor-made stay. You will find a work area, flat-screen TV, safe and Bluetooth speaker... Some family rooms and suites can accommodate up to 4 people.

The hotel also has a traditional restaurant. It serves Norman specialities accompanied by a wide selection of wines. The icing on the cake is that, in summer, you can enjoy a drink and relax on the terrace. An outdoor swimming pool, open all year round, completes the range of services and facilities on offer. Free private parking is available on site.

⏰ When should you come and sample the gastronomy of Deauville and the surrounding area?

The town and its culinary treasures await you all year round! For the scallop season, come from November to May. However, note that some restaurants are closed in low season.

🚌 How do you get to Deauville to experience gastronomic moments?

The town of Deauville is very well served by train (Trouville-Deauville station typical with its half-timbering). From Paris, head for Saint-Lazare station, and allow 2 hours 30 minutes for the journey. By plane, the commune is linked to a number of destinations via Deauville-Normandie airport. Private aviation and flying club. By road, Paris is 200 kilometres away, a journey time of just under 2? hours. Once in the heart of the resort, restaurants and the market are within easy reach.

📍 Where can I park near Deauville's famous addresses?

Most of the addresses are in the centre of the Deauville resort. Please note that parking in the heart of the resort is subject to a charge, and there are a few car parks located right next to the beach. If you want to park easily, come early in the summer!