Any of the main cities in Normandy are easily accessible from Paris, as there are frequent services.
Normandy is the region of France located to the north west of Paris situated between the English Channel and Brittany. It was once controlled by Britain (though firmly in French hands since the 13th century save for a few British controlled Channel Islands off the coast), although there remains a Norman influence here that gives the region a slightly different cultural feel than other parts of France.
It is a mostly agricultural area where much of the country’s dairy is produced. Cattle breeding, cider production and fishing are also all important industries that help define this lush and beautiful region of France.
Bayeux Tapestry
This small Norman city welcomes large numbers of tourists to see the immense embroidered cloth known to the French as “La Tapisserie de la Reine Mathilde”. It is 230 foot long and one of the largest and most detailed in the world depicting the events leading up to the Norman invasion in 1066.
The town of Bayeux itself is also full of historical significance; being the first town liberated after D-Day and one of the few towns in the region to survive WWII rather unscathed, Bayeux has narrow streets crammed with wooden-framed Norman houses and has an impressive Gothic cathedral.
Attractions during Advent and Christmas
From 1st December 2009-15th January 2010, Mont St Michel hosts “Activities and Illuminations”, where the whole town is magically lit up.
Falaise hosts “Les Hivernales de Falaise” from 3rd-31st December 2009 with exhibitions, Christmas concerts, activities, street entertainment, Christmas market and fireworks.
The Creative Christmas Market in Evreux is available from 11th - 19th December 2009, with local arts and crafts including sculpture, jewellery, drawings, embroidery, decorations, as well as hats and clothing.
On the 16th of December, visitors can take a tour of the villages of Orne to see their special festive lights.
Schiphol Main Attractions - Schiphol Main Attractions
Enjoy your waiting time
You can enjoy your waiting time in comfort with amazing shops and a selection of restaurants to eat a drink, you can choose from hot and cold food and drinks to alcoholic beverages. You can plane spot, visit the museum or enjoy a number of activities.... Schiphol, Netherlands
Rijksmuseum
This is a museum that exhibits and you can learn new things about Schiphol and the surrounding areas. The museum shop has some good tokens that you can take home and treasure.... Schiphol, Netherlands
The Panorama Terrace
This offers a fantastic view off the airplanes; you can enjoy this fantastic spectacle in the comfort of one of the Panorama restaurants. There are offers for families and children, so you can all enjoy the spectacle with the comfort of knowing you donâ??t have to spend out too much.... Schiphol, Netherlands
Watch Airplanes
You can plane spot and watch planes take off over head into the air space, good for children to be fascinated over as well as adults.... Schiphol, Netherlands
