La Vallee in Normandy

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With its idyllic rural setting, Houlgate is a treat for the eyes, and combines peace and quiet with excellent facilities.

One of the premier parcs in Normandy, La Vallee enjoys a glorious rural setting not far from a sandy beach and the seaside town of Houlgate.

Local Area Finding La Vallee

From Caen Cabourg:
On the Caen peripherique (ring road), follow signs for the A13 signposted Paris Deauville and Trouville.

Take exit 29 off the A13 signposted Houlgate/Dives/Cabourg.

At the roundabout go straight on and follow the road as it bears right.

After approximately 2 miles, you will approach a roundabout: with a McDonalds on the corner.

Go straight-ahead passing a 'Super U' supermarket on your left and an 'Intermarche' on your right.

Follow this road through four sets of traffic lights.

You then enter a one way system.

Where the road forks, bear left, stay in the right hand lane and bear right, following the coast line with the ocean on your left for approximately 1 mile.

At the next set of traffic lights, turn right.

Follow this road for another 1 mile, going straight across the mini roundabout.

You will come to the campsite on your right immediately before the level crossing.

Look out for the large flag poles and flags along the front of the campsite.

SatNav Postcode: 14510

The local Area around La Vallee

Aquarium Vivarium de Trouville
600m² of exhibition floor space. Over 70 tanks representing sea life from around the world. Also animals and insects from the rainforests around the world. There is also a gift shop.

Festyland
Leisure park for all ages. There are rides for smaller children and families. A Viking battle is held every day in July and August. Free parking. Souvenir shop and a variety of restaurants.

Zoo Cerza
This zoo has the animals in their natural environment. Over 50 hectares of enclosures. Great observation points allow the visitor to observe the lions and other large cats. A mini-train is available to take you on a tour of the zoo. Free parking, restaurants, take-aways and a souvenir shop.

Zoo Jurques
Zoo set in 10 hectares of land. Many species of animals and you can watch as the animals are fed.

Musee de Normandie
This museum opened to the public in 1963 and focuses its collections on the following: the History of Normandy, archeology and ethnography.

Naturospace
Opened in 1999, Naturoscope is 800m² of tropical paradise. The temperature is controlled at 28 degrees and the visitor can stroll the 200 metres of paths whilst admiring the tropical plants. There are also over 50 species of butterflies in Naturoscope.

Musee du Debarquement
The museum has a mission to tell younger generations about the events of 6th June 1944. The museum was created in 1953 and is built on the site of the artificial harbour. Guided tours are available in English and German. A visit lasts 1 hour and 15 minutes. Souvenir gift shop at the museum.

Le Memorial de Caen
The Caen Memorial was born out of an idea to create a place reflecting on world wars. The museum places the emphasis on emotions of war. There is a park where you can stroll around. Interactive data terminals. Video and book shop. Restaurant, bar and giftshop. Free Parking. Around half a million visitors each year.

Musee de la Seconde Guerre Mondiale
Small museum dedicated to the second world war. Displays of miliatary weapons and uniforms.

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La Vallee |Normandy |Houlgate