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Our journey around Europe by motorhome, post by post and newest first: where we went, where we parked and what we thought.

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France – Ouistreham

Ouistreham is a small town that serves as a port for Caen, where the ferry to England departs. It has several museums, a large beach, a seafood market, and charming bars and restaurants in the town centre.

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France 57 photos

France – Hauteville-sur-Mer

Hauteville-sur-Mer enjoys a peaceful lifestyle that combines relaxation, sport, and tranquillity. Located about ten minutes from Coutances, enjoying an exceptional coastline and large beaches, the resort allows you to discover the charm of this part of the Coutançais.

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France 36 photos

France – Granville

Granville boasts a charming, fortified old town and a lively seaside resort atmosphere, offering a vibrant cultural scene, stunning coastal views, and excellent seafood. In the upper walled city, filled with beautiful stone mansions, shops, galleries, creperies, and restaurants, you…

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France – Jullouville

Jullouville is a picturesque coastal town located on the Normandy coast, offering a beautiful sandy beach that stretches for almost three kilometres, a rich cultural heritage and a wide variety of outdoor activities.

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France 26 photos

France – Saint-Caradec

Saint-Caradec is located in the Côtes-d'Armor department in Brittany. Known for its picturesque landscapes and traditional Breton architecture, it offers a glimpse into French rural life. The area is characterised by its rolling hills and agricultural land.

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France 44 photos

France – La Forêt-Fouesnant

Facing the ocean, this Breton village is ideally located between Bénodet and Concarneau. Along its hiking trails, you can discover its old port, its majestic granite church, its long sandy beach, and its marina, Port-la-Forêt.

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France – Concarneau

Concarneau is a walled city and one of the most visited places in Brittany. The city has two distinct areas: the modern city on the mainland and the medieval, walled city on a long island in the centre of the…

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France – Port-Louis

Port-Louis is famous for its citadel, which watches over the city and the waters of the Bay of Lorient. Behind the walls, untouched by cannons and time, you can see the picturesque fishing port. The Spanish erected the first elements…

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France – Préfailles

Located halfway between the Bay of Bourgneuf and the Loire estuary, Préfailles benefits from an exceptional openness to the ocean. The town offers 10 km of rugged, sheltered coastline dotted with coves and family-friendly beaches. Widely known since the second…

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France – La Tranche-sur-Mer

La Tranche-sur-Mer is a destination on the Vendée coast, famous for its long, fine sandy beaches and numerous water activities. Nicknamed "Little California," it offers breathtaking views off the Île de Ré.

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France 46 photos
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