Petiville

Petiville

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownPetivilleBavent at 1.7 km
Insee code14499Varaville at 1.8 km
Postcode14390Gonneville-en-Auge at 2.3 km
Latitude49.2424710Basseneville at 3.4 km
Longitude-0.1750090Bréville-les-Monts at 3.7 km
AltitudeFrom 2 to 25 metersAmfreville at 4.4 km
Surface2.89 km²Merville-Franceville-Plage at 4.4 km
Population486 inhabitantsSallenelles at 4.5 km
Density166 inhabitants/km²Bures-sur-Dives at 4.8 km
National labelBrucourt at 5.2 km
Chief townCaen (at 14.3 km)Hérouvillette at 5.9 km
DepartmentCalvadosEscoville at 6 km
RegionLower NormandySearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

Common north-east of Caen on Divette.

Petiville The village was the scene of the famous battle of Varaville (1057) between the troops of the King of France, Henry 1 (based on the hill Bastembourg) to those of Duke William (based in Bavent) which ended in a victory overwhelming the Duke of Normandy, the battle marked a turning point in the foreign policy of William, who is now preparing to conquer England.

The arms of Petiville: The Arms "Silver Lion of mouth with three vine leaves vert put 2 and 1," Arms of the Family of Late Petiville are brought by the village since 1999 after agreement from Mr. Petiville .

The first written records, proving the existence of the village dates from 1198, there are the oldest form of the name Parva Villa in the "Magni-Rotuli 69-2 (Great Roles of the Exchequer of Normandy, leaves parchment glued end to end and kept a roll - Lat. rolutus).


SIGHTSEEING
  • The mansion of 17th and 18th visible from the road (private property).
  • The dove of Petiville kept intact in its frame elm 17th century, it has an internal diameter of 6.70 m and has approximately 1400 holes boulin, he is stone while in the Pays d'Auge are very often in mud.
  • The Notre Dame: It is impossible to give an exact date for the building of Notre Dame, we just know it was in ruins in 1633. Adrien Francis Touchet and Tilly, several of the place will rebuild the waterway (pediment above the door) on top of which they will climb a bell tower to put the bell. In 1675 mention is made of a door near the altar of St. Blaise, the cult of St. Blaise was therefore already in the 17th century, yet today every year the parish celebrates the first Sunday in February. On November 9, 1849, the City Council decides to build a steeple for the church. The tower contains three bells. The biggest: Claire Théodorine, 315 Kg, 0822 m diameter, cast in 1852 by Paul Havard in Villedieu (50). The average Josephine, 220 Kg, 0745 m diameter, cast in 1852 by Paul Havard in Villedieu. The smallest Eugenie Henriette, 170 Kg, 0674 diameter, cast in 1892 by A. Havard in Villedieu.
  • City Council (former Rectory): The former rectory was missing today in the cemetery, between the door and the wall current row with the Mairie (Napoleonic cadastre). In 1839, he mentions a discussion with Mr. St. Pierre for the construction of a new parsonage. In Proceedings of the City Council, February 19, 1851 is referred to the construction of the rectory.
  • The washing: The wash of the town was covered with a roof in 1862 and was surrounded by a fence. In 1886, work to ensure their tightness.

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS

The first Sunday of February: Feast of St. Blaise.

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WEATHER
Tuesday 14 February
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Min. 2°C - Max. 6°C
Wednesday 15 February
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Min. 3°C - Max. 6°C
Thursday 16 February
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Min. 3°C - Max. 10°C
RESTAURANTS 
Le Manoir d'Hastinhs  SPECIAL OFFER
Bénouville
The restaurant is open daily except Sunday evening, Monday and Wednesday, but with the exception for group reservation and public holiday. The restaurant menus are from 28 € for lunch...
Located 7.4 km from PetivilleFrom 25 € to 45 € per person 
1900  
9.5
Houlgate
Come discover the 1900's, his restaurant is a unique place on the Normandy coast, its Belle Epoque style decor will transport you in time, located in downtown Houlgate come to taste...
Located 10 km from PetivilleFrom 15 € to 35 € per person 
Persepolis
Caen
Enjoy the hospitality of Iranian. At your leisure and your parties. You will be welcomed with a smile in a warm decor Iran. And a friendly family atmosphere.
Located 14.8 km from PetivilleFrom 10 € to 25 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Ancienne Ferme villeroy    
9.4
Cuverville
At 7 km from Caen and 10 km from the sea, 3 lovely rooms(TV, Wi-FI, ...)... In a very old farm, a historic place from the battle of Normandy (goodwood)... Free acces to a private museum...
Located 8.5 km from PetivilleFrom 55 € to 65 € the double room 
Les Kiwis    
9.4
Épron
Near Caen, these harmonious bedrooms are tastefully decorated. You will enjoy the very nice garden. Nearly is the Caen Memorial and the Landing beaches. Special prices after 4 nights....
Located 14.3 km from Petiville55 € the double room 
Domaine de la Hurel 4 * * * *    
10
Airan
At the edge of Pays d'Auge; heart of William the Conqueror's battles site, between Caen and Crèvecoeur en Auge, la Hurel offers accomodation in the five rooms of its 18th century estate....
Located 17.9 km from Petiville85 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Gîte de charme en Normandie
Bréville-les-Monts
Farm holidays in a charming cottage in Normandy. Ideally located 13 km from Caen and 5 minutes from the sea, we welcome you in our house before a small fire in the fireplace (on request)...
Located 3.5 km from PetivilleFrom 450 € to 650 € per week 
Locations de vacances sweet home  SPECIAL OFFER
Cabourg
Comfortable house in a private park on the beach with free leisure facilities and the huge beach of Cabourg nearby.
Located 5.7 km from PetivilleFrom 595 € to 975 € per week 
Les vinkings
Ouistreham
200 m from the beach, 50 m from shops, 500 m from the spa and casino and 800 m from the car ferry port, 25 km from the residence CAEN.Appt secure large standing. Parking free. Bathroom...
Located 7.2 km from PetivilleFrom 300 € to 350 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Camping du prieure (calvados)  
Bavent
The campsite of the Priory is situated in the Calvados Bavent. It is 8 km from the beaches of Franceville, and Cabourg Ouistreham, 12 km from Caen and 25 km from Deauville.
Located 3.3 km from Petiville 
Camping les ammonites    
8.8
Auberville
Situated on the cliffs of black cows with sea view between Deauville and Cabourg.
Located 12.3 km from Petiville 

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HOTELS
Le Vauban     
8.4
Merville-Franceville-Plage
Le Vauban is a charming hotel, located just 5km from Cabourg on the Normandy Coast. It offers comfortable accommodation just 800 metres from the beach, and a bar. Every morning breakfast...
Located 4.5 km from PetivilleRoom from 50 €
Green Panorama     
6.8
Cabourg
This residence is situated in the peaceful, verdant setting of the Home golf course 3 kilometres from the town centre of Cabourge, a well-known seaside resort on the Norman Coast. Residence...
Located 4.9 km from PetivilleRoom from 38 €
Chez-Marion     
8
Merville-Franceville-Plage
With a pleasant setting, Chez-Marion is ideally located on the Normandy coast, only a 2-hour drive from Paris. It offers comfortable rooms with a warm and modern atmosphere. Rooms at...
Located 5 km from PetivilleRoom from 74 €

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