Granville Seaside resorts

Granville is a superb holiday destination in the Manche region of Lower Normandy, within easy reach of major attractions like Mont Saint-Michel and the Normandy Beaches.

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Granville, ideally situated for exploring the Manche region

It is a seaside resort with a relaxed lifestyle all year round, renowned for its typical Norman seaside architecture. The town is built on the hills and beside the sea, so there are wonderful sea views from the old part of the town.
The town also has a magnificent fishing harbour where you can stroll around, an indoor market for daily shopping and pedestrianized streets to wander around at leisure.

What to see and do in Granville

Granville offers many activities specific to seaside resorts like swimming in the sea or a kayaking trip to the Chausey Islands.
The town is also very well-known for its carnival which takes place on the 5 days before Mardi Gras (Shrove Tuesday). It is famous throughout France for the quality of its amusements and carnival floats.
Granville is also home to the Musée Christian Dior. The only museum in the country devoted to a couturier is in the fashion designer’s childhood home. This important heritage attraction, dedicated to fashion, its history and development over time explains how the world of fashion operates. In addition it has superb gardens and a rose garden facing the sea where you can have a relaxing walk. .

Not far from Granville

During your holiday in Granville, visit the Bay of Mont Saint-Michel, a fantastic place with amazing views from the fortifications and the top of Mont-Saint-Michel where you can visit the famous abbey. It is also the chance to taste the renowned omelettes of La Mère Poulard.
Take a day trip (or several days) to the Channel Islands of Guernsey or Jersey from Granville. Regular ferry services run from Granville and other ports in the Manche region.

A gite holiday in Granville is also the opportunity to visit other places of interest in Lower Normandy, like the Chausey Islands, Avranches or Coutances and its superb cathedral.

Sporting activities for all the family in Granville.

You can walk across the Bay of Mont Saint-Michel with a guide who will explain how to avoid the infamous sinking sands. You can also do water sports like windsurfing, sand yachting, sailing, stand-up paddle boarding, etc.
Other activities include bike rides through the countryside, microlight flights, paragliding or simply having a picnic in the country."