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NORMANDY Just across the Channel, Normandy has many historical connections, from William the Conqueror to the D-Day landing beaches of World War 2. It also boasts great food and drink, stylish beach resorts, the stunning Mont St Michel - and some wonderful golf courses!
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ith its breathtaking landscapes, colours and light, Normandy welcomes each visitor with the simple pleasures on offer. Whether you are planning on a specific trip or are looking to include the region as part of a wider tour, Normandy remains the ideal destination with a mixture of some of the best countryside, heritage, culture, food, entertainment and of course golf which France has to offer. With ports in Caen, Cherbourg and Le Havre, Normandy couldn't be easier to
reach, or more rewarding when you get there. Stylish beach resorts, a wealth of major historical sites, fabulous countryside, and the most delicious seafood imaginable are just a few of the many attractions that will all vie for your attention.
With a long, dramatic stretch of coastline, from the picturesque harbour of Honfleur to the magnificent Gothic abbey of Mont St Michel, this region has long been a favourite with British holidaymakers.
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Mont St Michel The abbey is a Romanesque and Gothic masterpiece of design and a phenomenal work of architecture, with underground crypts and chapels that were built to hold up the huge church on top. Building first began on the Mont in 708 when a sanctuary was created in honour of the archangel and the abbey church was completed in the early 1000s, a feat constructed at 80m above sea level. It became a place of pilgrimage in the Middle Ages and pilgrims would walk up the 900 plus
steps on their knees as a sign of penance. The Mont can even be seen on the Bayeux Tapestry from 1066. After holding out against the English during the Hundred Year's War, the abbey was later used by the atheist government of the French Revolution as a prison for priests who refused to renounce their vows. It was restored in the 19th century and is a beautiful place for some quiet reflection with incredible views across the salt flats of the bay of Mont St Michel.
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Le Memorial de Caen From pre-1945 to the post-1945 period, this museum tells the story of the 20th Century in a spectacular presentation of the events that had such an impact on European history. Discover the new exhibition areas explaining the D-Day Landings and the Battle of Normandy. Watch the films D-Day and The Battle of England and follow one of the guided tours on the Landing beaches.
Claude Monet’s Garden Take a wander through Claude Monet's spectacular gardens where he painted many of his most famous works. Strolling through the famous Japanese garden with its water bridge and waterlilies floating in the pond, Monet's gardens are a relaxing and peaceful spot where you can admire some beautiful horticulture that once inspired a master. You can also visit Monet's house which contains reproductions of many of his most famous paintings and his huge personal collection of Japanese prints.
Tapisserie de Bayeux The famous Bayeux Tapestry depicts the events of the Norman Conquest of England and illustrates much about the life of the Normans. 231ft long & 20ins deep, it is believed to have been created for Odo, the Bishop of Bayeux, in England.
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WESTERN NORMANDY There's a choice of links courses along Normandy's west coast at Granville and Coutainville with stylish Dinard across the Bay of Mont St Michel. The east coast is steeped in the historical connections of Bayeux and D-Day. Omaha Beach Golf Club has two courses next to the eponymous landing beach and an easy drive from the ports of St Malo, Cherbourg or Caen.
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GRANVILLE GOLF CLUB Bay of Mont Saint-Michel Often celebrated as the most beautiful golf links in France the genuine character of this very old golf links, born from the inspiration of Colt and Alison has been preserved and improved over the years. It has undergone a programme of renovation and maintenance since 2006, and is a true golf links in the great tradition of its British cousins. The Dunes, a 9 superb hole golf course with beautiful greens is an excellent addition.
COTENTIN PENNINSULA Fontenay-Sur-Mer Located in the bay of the Cherbourg Peninsula between Saint-Vaast-la-Hougue and SainteMère-Eglise, the golf course is a historic seaside 9 hole course, designed in the 70's in the true tradition of links-courses, and a more recent 9 hole course designed by Yves Bureau in 2008 in a unique natural area on the edge of the Natural Park of the Wetlands of the Cherbourg Peninsula and Bessin.
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Between Le Touquet and La Baule, only one golf club features two 18 hole courses. Just 3 miles from the American Cemetery of Colleville-sur-Mer, Omaha Beach is also a historic place which evokes respect and emotion. Two exceptional courses which can't be missed: one which runs down to the sea offering breathtaking views of the Channel before moving through the countryside, the other which looks down on the Manoir du Baron Gerard before challenging you with a series of lakes.
COUTAINVILLE GOLF COURSE Agon-Coutainville The golf course at Coutainville lies between the sea and the countryside, close to both the town centre and the beach. It has 14 holes laid out as links, and another 4 holes amongst hedges. The course contains a number of hidden traps, in particular its very subtle par 3's surrounded by bunkers. There are also water hazards, including a new one at the 9th hole constructed in 2011, which all demand precise stroke play while being aesthetically pleasing.
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GOLF D’ETRETAT This spectacular links golf course is set on top of the cliffs and is perched high above the English Channel. As you would expect the views are nothing short of stunning and some of the golf holes
run dangerously close to the edge of the sea, slicers beware! This historic championship golf course was first laid out in 1908 and is considered to be one of the best golf courses in all of France.
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Near to Caen there’s a great choice of golf with 36 holes at Omaha Beach to the west, the undulating holes at Clécy to the south and Golf de Garcelles, and Houlgate nearer to the city and its port at Ouistreham. Popular with wealthy Parisiens as well as Brits, Deauville boasts an elegant waterfront and casino, with many chic villas, hotels and restaurants.
GOLF DE BEUZEVAL Slightly inland from the swish seaside resort of Deauville and handy for the ferry port at Ouistreham (little more than half an hour away), is the beautiful Golf de Beuzeval. Dominated in part by the splendid château nestling in the river valley this course offers a combination of Normandy countryside and wonderful views over the Channel. Dating back to 1980, and designed by none other than Peter Alliss and Dave Thomas, this is a private course that has always extended a warm welcome, especially to British golfers.
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GOLF DE GARCELLES In the heart of Normandy, 10 minutes south of Caen, is Golf de Garcelles whose 18 holes represent a tricky challenge to any golfer. The first 9 holes are relatively flat with fairways that allow you to play strong shots whereas the back 9 in the woods demand precision and daring, with 5 holes skirting stretches of water with thin fairways framed by trees.
GOLF DE DIEPPE Created in 1897, Dieppe golf course is the oldest of the Norman golf courses and the seventh oldest golf course in France. Located between the cities of Dieppe and Pourville-sur-mer, it offers an exceptional panorama aswell as a memorable golfing experience.
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GOLF DE DEAUVILLE ST GATIEN Between picturesque Honfleur and elegant Deauville is Golf de Deauville St Gatien. This 27 hole parkland course is surrounded by forests with superb, open views of the Seine estuary. Half the course is in the valley, while the last nine holes are on beautifully landscaped higher ground. The magnificent timber framed clubhouse is a former 18th century cider brewery and offers a warm welcome to all visitors.
GOLF CLUB DE L’AMIRAUTÉ Built on a former stud farm and designed by Bill Baker, the superb course at l’Amirauté is a unique marshland course with long water hazards, wide fairways and large greens. It gives the impression of playing golf in Florida, and from the back tees this can be a real challenge. If you are struggling with the golf you can try to spot the 31 contemporary sculptures found on the course, or have a spot of lunch in the modern clubhouse, which serves excellent food, and is in a superb location with views out towards Deauville.
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GOLF DE CAEN Golf de Caen in Le Vallon is a public course but much much better than most municipal equivalents back in the UK. It boasts top quality undulating greens and is set in a gently rolling rural landscape. just a few miles north of the city. Laid out, like many of the new generation of French courses, by English architects (Fred Hawtree in this case) in the early 1990s, Caen is an interesting combination of hills and woodland which makes it particularly picturesque in the autumn.
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NORMANDY PARKLAND Head towards Paris for the well-located Golf D’Evreux, the beautiful course at Champ de Bataille, the super parkland course at Vaudreuil or the stunning combination of water and trees at Le Golf Parc.
GOLF CLUB DU CHAMP DE BATAILLE This course has one of the most visually stunning golf holes you’re ever likely to see, the 17th, a short but fiendishly tight par three across a valley simply brimming with 100 year old rhododendrons. You could almost be at Augusta, although this wonderful championship standard course, Golf Club de Champ de Bataille, is amongst the most beautiful in France and has also been compared with Wentworth and Woburn.
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GOLF BARRIÈRE DE ST JULIEN Close to Pont l’Evêque, in the heart of the Pays d’Auge is Golf Barrière de St Julien. This traditional style course, with a sprinkling of water hazards, winds through lush Normandy pastures. An open course in one of France’s most beautiful regions.
Ponds and lakes make for good water hazards and well placed bunkers are there to catch the wayward. The 9 hole is a good test for beginners and midhandicappers whilst the 18 hole will suit players of all levels. Free trolley hire when playing this course.
GOLF D’ÉVREUX In the heart of the Normandy region, halfway between Paris and Deauville, the UGOLF d'Évreux, designed in 1994 by the architect Jean Pascal Fourès, offers a natural setting to allow everyone, young and old, to enjoy or to get in touch with golf.
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GOLF BARRIÈRE DE DEAUVILLE The original 18 hole course was built by Tom Simpson in 1929 and in the 60s Henry Cotton designed a further 9 holes. The 27 holes of Golf Barrière run through through extremely well maintained
woodland on the edge of Deauville. There are magnificent views across both the town and sea, and although not long, the numerous dog-legs and tight fairways demand accuracy from the tee.
GOLF DU VAUDREUIL Conveniently located between Evreux and Paris, Golf du Vaudreuil is a flat, mature course. Designed by Hawtree, the fairways wind through magnificently preserved parkland planted with a variety of trees where accuracy off the tee is essential. Try not to be distracted by the fabulous houses that line the course!
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LE GOLF PARC ROBERT HERSANT Previously named Golf Parc de Nantilly, this is a beautiful course 20 minutes from Evreux and is an absolute must when you visit Normandy. Boasting a great clubhouse and maintained to the highest standard, the course has an American feel to it with plenty of water hazards which include several island greens. It is also surrounded by many rare species of trees which, when in colour, look fantastic. Buggy with GPS and use of the driving range is included in the price. No trolley or club hire.
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GOLF NATIONAL ALBATROS RYDER CUP 2018 GOLF COURSE THE ALBATROS IS A REAL GEM RECOGNISED AS ONE OF THE BEST CHAMPIONSHIP COURSES IN EUROPE RECEIVING HEAPS OF HIGH PRAISES FROM PROS AND AMATEURS. Le Golf National near Versailles, also know as the Albatros course, is a real gem of a French golf course where good course management is the key to a successful round. Combining the traditional feel of a links with the modern features of target golf, it is also the host of the French Open and offers a truly memorable 18 holes.
The greens are the biggest challenge as they have been expertly shaped around water features and sprinkled with bunkers, making this a perfect match-play course which was well displayed at the 2018 Ryder Cup. This track requires you to use every club in your bag making this a test of versatility as well as accuracy.
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GOLF BREAKS With crowd-free fairways set alongside stunning coast and countryside, golf in France can’t be beaten. Add to this outstanding food and wine, a unique après-golf ambience and great value ferry-inclusive packages, and you’ve got a golf break you’ll never forget!
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Sail overnight from Portsmouth to Caen with cabin, arrive the following morning
Sail overnight from Portsmouth to Caen with cabin, arrive the following morning
On arrival play St Gatien
Drive to Golf de Deauville for your first round before travelling on to Louviers where you will stay 2 nights at Hotel le Pré St Germain
Continue onto Trouville where you will stay at the Hostellerie du Vallon for 2 nights Play further rounds at Caen and Amiraute Sail late afternoon from Caen to Portsmouth
Play Golf du Vaudreuil and Golf Club du Champ de Bataille Enjoy a leisurely afternoon sailing to Portsmouth from Caen
Course and hotel information
Course and hotel information
GOLF DE DEAUVILLE ST GATIEN This 27 hole parkland course is surrounded by forests with superb, open views of the Seine estuary. Our opinion: Definitely worth a visit. Favourite Hole: 8th.
GOLF BARRIÈRE DE DEAUVILLE The 27 holes of Golf Barrière run through through extremely well maintained woodland on the edge of Deauville. Our opinion: A ‘must play’ but often busy at weekends with members from Paris. Favourite Hole: 17th.
GOLF CLUB DE L’AMIRAUTÉ Designed by Bill Baker, the superb course at l’Amirauté is a unique marshland course with water hazards, wide fairways and large greens. Our opinion: A great course, normally very quiet. Favourite Hole: 3rd.
GOLF DU VAUDREUIL Designed by Hawtree, the fairways wind through preserved parkland where accuracy off the tee is essential Our opinion: Outstanding course in outstanding surroundings. Favourite Hole: 9th.
GOLF DE CAEN Caen is an interesting combination of hills and woodland which makes it particularly picturesque in the autumn. Our opinion: The location is perfect for our clients. A good course. Favourite Hole: 10th.
GOLF CLUB DU CHAMP DE BATAILLE With one of the most stunning golf holes you’re ever likely to see, the 17th, a short but fiendishly tight par three across a valley simply brimming with 100 year old rhododendrons. Our opinion: A ‘must play’ when in Normandy. Favourite Hole: 17th.
HOSTELLERIE DU VALLON ****** The pretty town of Trouville, a seaside resort since the 1850s, owes its continuing popularity to two things - a wonderful sandy beach and a willingness to constantly update amenities. Not least of today’s attractions is this hotel.
HOTEL LE PRÉ ST GERMAIN ****** Quaint Louviers is midway between Rouen and Evreux and is crisscrossed by branches of the river Eure.
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Customer Testimonials From the start right through, everything ran well. The ferry over was good with a swift check In. Both the courses were absolutely fantastic and will definitely be looking at returning to them.
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1 NIGHT ON BOARD, 2 NIGHTS B&B AND 3 ROUNDS Sail overnight from Portsmouth to Caen with cabin, arrive the following morning Play Golf National Albatros before returning to Hotel Golf Parc Robert Hersant for 2 nights Play Le Golf Parc de Nantilly and Golf Club du Champ de Bataille before returning to Caen for a late afternoon sailing to Portsmouth
Course and hotel information GOLF NATIONAL ALBATROS Combining the traditional feel of a links with the modern features of target golf, this a perfect match-play course which was well displayed at the 2018 Ryder Cup. Our opinion: A real gem of a course, and your chance to test yourself on a true championship course. Favourite Hole: 18th. LE GOLF PARC ROBERT HERSANT Plenty of water hazards and surrounded by many rare species of trees which, when in colour, look fantastic Our opinion: Beautifully laid-out, buggy friendly and a “must play” if in this part of Normandy. American style . Favourite Hole: 12th.
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GOLF CLUB DU CHAMP DE BATAILLE This wonderful championship course is amongst the most beautiful in France and has also been compared with Wentworth and Woburn. Our opinion: Quite stunning when the rhododendrons are in bloom. Favourite Hole: 17th. HOTEL GOLF PARC ROBERT HERSANT, LA CHAUSSÉE D’IVRY****** This charming hotel is on the edge of Le Golf Parc and offers well-equipped, modern rooms. From here it’s a pleasant walk to the clubhouse where you can enjoy excellent cuisine in the restaurant, relax in the lounge, or sit out on the terrace. All in all a great place to stay.
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NORMANDY GOLF BREAKS Omaha Beach
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Why sail with Brittany Ferries? BEST CHOICE OF ROUTES AND DEPARTURES With the widest choice of routes, planning your next trip couldn't be easier. Sail by day, overnight or high-speed and you can even mix and match our services, and return via a different port. SPEED ACROSS TO FRANCE FROM PORTSMOUTH From mid May until mid September, our high speed service from Portsmouth is perfect if you want to start your holiday sooner. Arrive in as little as 180 minutes and enjoy easy access to a network of major roads for destinations in Normandy, Brittany, the Loire, and beyond. WHY DRIVE THROUGH THE NIGHT WHEN YOU CAN SLEEP THROUGH IT?
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