Fatouville-Grestain

Fatouville-Grestain

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownFatouville-GrestainSaint-Pierre-du-Val at 3.1 km (4 min)
Insee code27233La Rivière-Saint-Sauveur at 5.8 km (7 min)
Postcode27210Berville-sur-Mer at 6.4 km (8 min)
Latitude49.4106660Ablon at 7 km (9 min)
Longitude0.3318010Saint-Maclou at 7.8 km (8 min)
AltitudeFrom 0 to 112 metersManneville-la-Raoult at 8.1 km (10 min)
Surface10.26 km²Honfleur at 9.3 km (10 min)
Population689 inhabitantsConteville at 9.4 km (12 min)
Density65 inhabitants/km²Genneville at 10.1 km (12 min)
Chief townEvreux (at 106 km, 73 min)Beuzeville at 11.9 km (11 min)
DepartmentEureGonneville-sur-Honfleur at 12 km (11 min)
RegionUpper NormandySearch another town
LOCATION

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TOWN PRESENTATION

Small town with over 500 inhabitants situated in Upper Normandy, on the banks of the Seine estuary in the department of Eure.

His story ...

Origin of name: Fastovilla 1140.

The village Fastulf, name of person Germanic or Scandinavian, Scandinavian assumed to be preferred because of the presence of several other Fatouville in Normandy. The term Grestain has been added to Fatouville when connecting to the old common-Carbec Grestain in 1844.

On October 9, 1744, Parish Grestain is attached to Carbec (Carbec-Grestain), 100 years later, June 25, 1844, is attached to Fatouville-sur-Mer (Fatouville-Grestain).

In the 11th century, a considerable village existed near the abbey under the name of Saint-Ouen-de-Grestain. Partially destroyed by fire in 1122, he disappeared in 1750 under heavy blows sea

Today, there are two distinct parts in this county.

At the top of the cliff, on the hill, is perched village Fatouville, surrounded by many small hamlets.

Below, beside the Seine Estuary, lie the villages of Grestain, Carbec or Jobles.

Along the Seine, marshes contain a fauna and flora quite astonishing.


SIGHTSEEING

Hiking paths out of the church square.

Marked trail "Trail of the old lighthouse": the start is located in the village, not far from the church. This trail, which borrows from both the small roads, but also forest trails, through all the interesting points of Fatouville: church, lighthouse, church Carbec the Inglemare (it's a pond full of reeds in which according to legend, the English who participated in the Hundred Years War were buried).

Detailed information
MonumentsAbbey of Grestain,   Lighthouse of Fatouville
Natural sitesMount Courel

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS

Last Sunday of July garage sale.


ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND

Activities: Guests can go 4x4 and ATV on private land in Conteville.

PHOTOS
Manoir de la Pommeraie
 
Former lighthouse
Place Church
  
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WEATHER
Wednesday 15 February
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Min. 2°C - Max. 6°C
Thursday 16 February
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Friday 17 February
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RESTAURANTS 
L'ecailleur
Honfleur
At the ecailleur, we are committed to offer you an innovative and refined cuisine, made from fresh ingredients delivered daily by local producers. Our restaurant enjoys a privileged...
Located 7.2 km from Fatouville-GrestainFrom 20 € to 50 € per person 
L'assiette des mondes  
9.5
Équemauville
Our chef offers a varied and kitchen metissee. L plate of the worlds is a friendly address in a Peasant, 2 minutes from Honfleur has equemauville. Notre desire is to present original...
Located 8.6 km from Fatouville-GrestainFrom 15 € to 35 € per person 
La Chaumière
Honfleur
Contemporary hotel and restaurant overlooking the sea and the beach. Kitchen with products from local market and surrounding areas.
Located 9.5 km from Fatouville-GrestainFrom 40 € to 70 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Le Jardin de Vénus    
9.7
La Rivière-Saint-Sauveur
The host welcomes you all year long in a privileged environment, conducive to relaxation and rest, with a superb view over the valley. The rooms are located on the first floor of the...
Located 4.8 km from Fatouville-Grestain75 € the double room 
Little buddha    
8.9
Honfleur
Come relax in a Zen atmosphere and enjoy an exotic in a country setting campaign Honfleur at the gates of the city... No breakfast but a tassimo to take a, tea, coffee or hot chocolate....
Located 7 km from Fatouville-Grestain89 € the double room 
Le manoir du petit saint pierre    
10
Honfleur
Nathalie and François welcome you to their home that Norman is conveniently located on the heights of Honfleur, in the heart of the countryside, 3 minutes from the old pond. In a pleasant,...
Located 7.1 km from Fatouville-GrestainFrom 85 € to 130 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Gite a la campagne
Fiquefleur-Équainville
Cottage rents independent campaign for two adults. Located 6 km from Honfleur, and 5 km from beuzeville. In peace, the environment is closed.
Located 2.9 km from Fatouville-Grestain300 € per week 
Vacances ete a la mer
Manneville-la-Raoult
Norman house of 50 sq. M.
Located 4.1 km from Fatouville-GrestainFrom 300 € to 350 € per week 
Gite du mont bouis  
9.8
La Rivière-Saint-Sauveur
Cottage in a quiet view of the countryside and forest with walking paths. Near the bridge of Normandy and the old Honfleur. Ideally situated for exploring the region of Pays d'Auge,...
Located 5.5 km from Fatouville-GrestainFrom 395 € to 540 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Camping Domaine Catiniere    
8.5
Honfleur
Quiet and family campsite at the heart of Normandy near the town of Honfleur.
Located 2.3 km from Fatouville-GrestainFrom 20 € to 27 € per day 
Camping Les Pommiers    
9.1
Saint-Sylvestre-de-Cormeilles
In the Pays d'Auge, between sea and countryside, near the picturesque village of Cormeilles landscaped particularly suitable for families with young children who Touver calm and se...
Located 20 km from Fatouville-Grestain10.80 € per day 
Camping les ammonites    
8.8
Auberville
Situated on the cliffs of black cows with sea view between Deauville and Cabourg.
Located 29 km from Fatouville-Grestain 

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HOTELS
Gites et Chambres la Conterie    
9
Fatouville-Grestain
Set 9 km from Honfleur, this bed and breakfast offers an outdoor swimming pool and a sauna. Wi-Fi is free throughout the entire property and local activities include visiting Le Havre,...
Located in Fatouville-GrestainRoom from 45 €
Gites de la Ferme de l'Eglise 
Fatouville-Grestain
Set 8 km from Honfleur, this property offers a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and accommodation with views of the garden. You can use your BBQ to prepare meals or visit Trouville, 24...
Located in Fatouville-GrestainRoom from 60 €
Auberge Relais Du Pont De Normandie  
Fiquefleur-Équainville
The Relais du Pont de Normandie is situated right at the foot of the Normandy Bridge, just under 3 kilometres from Honfleur. Each of the hotel's 16 rooms has a unique style. Each room...
Located 2.2 km from Fatouville-GrestainRoom from 65 €

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