Petiville

Petiville

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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
Population533 inhabitantsSallenelles at 4.5 km
Density184 inhabitants/km²Bures-sur-Dives at 4.8 km
National labelBrucourt at 5.2 km
Chief townCaen (at 17.8 km, 27 min)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.


ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
Leisure activities
NameType of activityPriceTown
Kitesurfing lessonsSports sensations150 €Ouistreham (6.8 km)
Riding lessons in the countrysideNature and the outdoors20 €Argences (11.5 km)
Build and fly a kiteEntertainmentFrom 9 € to 18 €Ouistreham (12.2 km)
Tour and tasting in a Norman vineyardLocal flavours6 €Vendeuvre (28 km)

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RESTAURANTS 
Au Pied des Marais  
8.9
Cabourg
Located close to Cabourg, Au Pied des Marais restaurant welcomes you in a warm and rustic. The Chef will prepare gourmet cuisine quality. A la carte, you can choose between the pig's...
Located 5.2 km from Petiville57 € per person 
La Mare ô Poissons  
7
Ouistreham
'On the deserted beach and shellfish ...' We all remember this song from BB ... The restaurant La Mare ô Poissons in Ouistreham, offers up your tray of seafood as you wish ... and your...
Located 6.9 km from Petiville54 € per person 
Le Baligan  
8.7
Cabourg
Located in the center of Cabourg, Le Baligan welcomes you for a romantic sea in a friendly atmosphere. You can enjoy preparing tasty dishes from the sea in your eyes. Le Baligan you...
Located 6.9 km from Petiville40 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Ancienne Ferme villeroy    
9.2
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 Petiville58 € the double room 
Le Prieuré de Langrune    
9
Langrune-sur-Mer
In the center of the landing beaches in a typical village of the Bessin beachfront you will find on the ground floor two guest rooms tastefully decorated in the traditional stone house....
Located 16.9 km from PetivilleFrom 30 € to 90 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
La plage aux romantiques  
9.1
Cabourg
Charming 2 rooms, fully equipped. Entrance, main room, bedroom, bathroom shower, large terrace, parking, private, 1st floor with lift. Near-sea, facing spa, 10 minutes from the city...
Located 5.4 km from PetivilleFrom 250 € to 530 € per week 
Les gîtes du Centre Equestre du Mesnil  
10
Argences
Two beautiful apartments (4 and 5 places), modern and comfortable, in an old stone farmhouse in the middle of an equestrian center. Large private terrace, large garden. Riding lessons...
Located 11.5 km from PetivilleFrom 350 € to 650 € per week 
Mobil home Houlgate 6 personnes
Gonneville-sur-Mer
Between Deauville and Cabourg. Willerby Granada __Mobilhomme 26,28m² capacity 6 beds, heating. Terrace with awning. Micro wave, 4 burner stove, fridge, freezer, TV. 1 bedroom with double...
Located 11.8 km from PetivilleFrom 610 € to 720 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Camping les hautes coutures  
Bénouville
Camping located in the heart of the landing sites (beaches, museums, cemeteries), 10 km from Caen and 2.5 km from the sea and the beach and with direct access to the Caen Canal. Family...
Located 7.4 km from Petiville 
Camping les ammonites    
9
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Auberville
Situated on the cliffs of black cows with sea view between Deauville and Cabourg.
Located 12.3 km from Petiville 
Camping bellevue    
8.7
Villers-sur-Mer
Located between Deauville and Cabourg camping bellevue and his team welcome you in a warm atmosphere of a family site, quiet and raised to 2 km long sandy beach.
Located 13.5 km from PetivilleFrom 18.50 € to 24.50 € per day 

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HOTELS
Ma Normandie    
6.2
Bréville-les-Monts
Ma Normandie is located 6 kilometres from the coast in the Normandy village of Bas De Bréville. It offers Wi-Fi in reception and guest rooms with private bathrooms. Guests of the Ma...
Located 2.3 km from PetivilleRoom from 31 €
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 53 €
Chez-Marion     
8.4
Merville-Franceville-Plage
With a pleasant setting, Chez-Marion is ideally located on the Normandy coast, only 80 metres from the beach. It offers comfortable rooms with a warm and modern atmosphere. Rooms at...
Located 5 km from PetivilleRoom from 74 €

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