Lower Normandy

General
The Lower Normandy region of France is in the north west. It has a climate similar to that of the UK, and boasts forests and bubbling streams as well as coastal resorts. Historically it is famous for the D-Day landings on 6th June 1944

Towns and Cities
Main towns in Lower Normandy are Caen (Calvados), Saint-Lô (Manche), Alençon (Orne)

Access
The area is close to the UK and is easily accessible by ferry, road, and rail. Lower Normandy is not well served by air from the UK.

Places of Interest
Falaise where William the Conqueror was born, Mont Saint Michel island, and various seaside resorts such as Deauville and Trouville. D-Day sites, museums, cemeteries, and monuments. Alencon is the birthplace of Sainte Thérèse. You can also view the famous Bayeux Tapestry, or if you prefer to relax, a thermal bath at Bagnoles-de-l'Orne


Things to do
As well as the beaches, and historical monuments and buildings you can visit Monet's famous gardens at Giverny. You can also view the famous Bayeux Tapestry


Property
Lower Normandy has seen an increase in popularity with UK citizens in recent years due to the relatively lower prices and proximity to the UK. Prices are higher then before now, pushed up in no small part due to the British! Bargains in the area are becoming much harder to find

Property Investment Value
Property has risen in the area recently. The signs are that it may continue to rise, but at a slower rate than before. If you are looking for an investment then Lower Normandy could be a decent bet, but there are possibly better bets elsewhere in France if you want to travel further afield.

Cuisine
As with other areas of France the Lower Normandy is famous for its own cuisine. Fish is popular here, as is shellfish and duck. The area is also well known for Calvados, and Camembert.




To Conclude
Lower Normandy has become increasingly popular over the last few years. It is geographically close to England and is very handy for those residents of the south of England who have easy access to ferries and trains. If you live in Northern England, Wales, or Scotland it is probably easier to head for a different region and reach France by air. Lower Normandy has historical significance, and coastal resorts, but doesn't have the climate or spectacular scenery of French regions further to the south.