Sainte-Adresse is a town in Seine-Maritime, Normandy. This seaside resort of La Manche coastline is in the city of Le Havre, on the Caux plateau. She who was once called Saint-Denis-Chef-de-Caux is a former fishing village in which they found Gallo-Roman houses reflecting its rich past.
The resort of Sainte-Adresse was once inspired artists such as Corot or Monet who took pleasure in coming to paint the cliffs and the beach Sainte-Adresse. Today, tourists enjoy the calm of the place and its important heritage from several different eras.
Ideally placed, Sainte-Adresse also allows to discover the most beautiful sites of the former Upper Normandy, like Rouen, Le Havre or Giverny, home of the impressionist Claude Monet.
The resort of Sainte-Adresse, plus a beautiful view of the coastline of the English Channel, also offers the opportunity to enjoy an interesting historical and natural heritage.
The flagship Hève is one of the most beautiful sites Sainte-Adresse. It stands on the high cliffs of the Seine estuary, and was listed as an historic monument in 2010. Commissioned in the fifties to replace the old one destroyed in 1944, it was one of the first lighthouses electrified France.
On the cape of the LaHave, visitors can discover a very interesting geological and prehistoric site. This is a natural site, as is the beach Sainte-Adresse.
Walking through Sainte-Adresse, it is possible to enjoy the mansion Vitanval. Built in the first half of the fifteenth century, it is a half-timbered building on the Anglo-Norman style.
Not far away, the Notre Dame des Plots, built in 1857, or the villa of Sarah Bernhardt built in the late nineteenth century attract attention.
Original, Sugar Loaf is a large mausoleum in the cemetery of Sainte-Adresse to the memory of General Charles Lefebvre-Desnouettes, widow of a cousin of Napoleon.
Beach Sainte-Adresse is the opportunity to try several water sports or simply enjoy the landscape.
Sainte-Adresse advantage each year of his love of life and dynamism to offer several cultural events of great magnitude.
popular jazz festival, the Dixie Days, taking place on Sainte-Adresse and Le Havre, is the opportunity to attend quality concerts by artists from around the world.
In July, Sainte-Adresse, in partnership with Le Havre, offers its celebration of the Belgians with many activities of all kinds.
In November, the blue cat offers her musical and gourmet festival. The program, free concerts and delicious dishes to enjoy.
Visite Guidée : Sainte-Adresse, Inspiratrice des Impressionnistes
- On 28 april 2024
- 2 Rue Delarbre, Église Saint-Denis
- As part of Normandie Impressionniste 2024. - Organized by Pays d'art et d'histoire. - The appeal of Sainte-Adresse to artists is well known, and many painters, particularly Impressionists, were inspired by the seaside resort's heritage and exceptional landscapes to produce works that are now major works of art. This guide explores these places of inspiration, and the works and artists who have shaped their legend. - This is a steep route, so bring good walking shoes. - Duration : 2 hrs. - Meeting point to be announced on registration.
Visite Guidée : Sainte-Adresse, Inspiratrice des Impressionnistes
- On 11 may 2024
- 2 Rue Delarbre, Église Saint-Denis
- As part of Normandie Impressionniste 2024. - Organized by Pays d'art et d'histoire, with La Sirandane company. - The appeal of Sainte-Adresse to artists is well known, and many painters, particularly Impressionists, have been inspired by the seaside resort's heritage and exceptional landscapes to produce works that are now major works of art. This guide explores these places of inspiration, and the works and artists who have shaped their legend. - In a literary version, the guide leads the tour accompanied by actor Jean-Pierre Guiner. He offers readings of stories that immerse you in the atmosphere of the period. - This is a steep route, so bring good walking shoes. - Duration : 2 hrs. - Meeting point to be announced on registration.
Festival : Dixie Days 2024
- From 17 to 19 may 2024
- Place Maréchal Joffre
- The "Dixie Days" jazz festival - organised by the Dixie Fan Club - returns to Sainte-Adresse on 17,18 and 19 May 2024 ! - As for the 27th edition, 15 free concerts will be held between the Espace Culturel Sarah Bernhardt and the "Bout du Monde" (Maréchal Joffre square), which offers a tremendous view over the Seine estuary. - The opening concert of "The Viper Club" will take place on Friday evening. Throughout the weekend, you'll be dancing to catchy rhythms of jazz music, a veritable hymn to freedom and joie de vivre. - Find out more about the 2024 programme below. - Enjoy the festival !
Visite Guidée : Poste de Commandement d'Artillerie de l'Armée de Terre
- On 1 june 2024
- Rue Chef de Caux
- Wars and Peace - Organized by Pays d'art et d'histoire. - Proposed by the Lycée Jeanne d'Arc and the association Le Havre, Histoire et Patrimoine. - Volunteers from the "Le Havre, Histoire et Patrimoine" association invite you to discover this unique coastal artillery bunker, now located on the Lycée grounds. Covered with flint blocks and vegetation, the concrete building is perfectly camouflaged and remains invisible from the sea. Its privileged location and open-air observation room made it an ideal command post. - Visits at 2.30pm, 3.30pm and 4.30pm. - Access on foot via the Lycée Jeanne d'Arc parking lot, after 1 rue Chef de Caux, Sainte-Adresse. - Duration : 45 min - Ages 10 and up. - Reservations required.
Festival Apollo 2024
- From 28 to 29 june 2024
- Place Maréchal Joffre
- Your sea view festival is back ! Last year, Apollo took place in sunshine, joy and good spirits, with a real attendance record, as over 5000 of you visited us over the weekend in this idyllic setting. - Year after year, our determination to continue offering you this festival has remained intact, and it is with immense pleasure that the Helios association and the town of Sainte-Adresse invite you to the 6th edition of the Apollo Festival. - Our program is focused on discovery, with many local and national artists. We'll be showcasing not only contemporary music, but also a number of niche styles that we're delighted to bring you every year. Stay tuned for the line-up coming soon. - This year, we intend to continue surprising and entertaining you. Apollo will be back with a host of new features for young and old alike. There'll be new activities all over the festival !
Visite Guidée : Le Nice-Havrais
- On 5 july 2024
- 1 Rue du Roi Albert
- Organized by Pays d'art et d'histoire. - Let yourself be seduced by the picturesque charm of Nice-Havrais, created in 1905 by Parisian businessman Georges Dufayel to rival Cabourg and Deauville. Between the staircases of this cliffside neighborhood, you'll find a priceless seaside heritage punctuated by gardens and sumptuous views of the maritime landscape. - Duration : 2 hrs. - Meeting point to be announced on registration.
Exposition : Le Dormeur du Rivage
- From 6 july to 25 august 2024
- Plage de Sainte-Adresse
- As part of the 80th anniversary of D-Day and the Lire à la plage operation. - The Département de la Seine-Maritime presents the exhibition "Le dormeur du rivage", which retraces the journey of soldiers during the D-Day landings through the eyes of photographer Jean-Christophe Ballot, and a text by Laurence Meiffret. The story of the D-Day landings is told through 44 photographs, linked to the fr/gb texts. Linked to Lire à la Plage, the exhibition will be enhanced by the availability of books. A program of reading activities will include meetings with the photographer. - In the public space, near the Lire à plage huts, free access.
Batterie de Dollemard et Cap de la Hève : Entre Histoire et Patrimoine Naturel
- On 7 july 2024
- 53 Rue Jean Bart
- Nature and coastal outing organized by the Seine-Maritime department - Aquacaux. - A military structure erected at the end of the 19th century on the heights of Cap de la Hève, the building was used to monitor the estuary after the dismantling of Le Havre's fortifications. During the Second World War, the complex became part of the German Atlantic Wall. A two-voice tour offers a historical and natural interpretation of this eminently strategic site. - Comfortable shoes and clothing essential. - Meet at the Dollemard Battery - Access via the staircase near 53 rue Jean Bart, Sainte-Adresse. - Booking : https://www.seinemaritime.fr/mes-activites/sorties-nature/visites-ens.html
Visite Guidée : Sainte-Adresse, Inspiratrice des Impressionnistes
- On 19 july 2024
- 2 Rue Delarbre, Église Saint-Denis
- As part of Normandie Impressionniste 2024. - Organized by Pays d'art et d'histoire, with La Sirandane company. - The appeal of Sainte-Adresse to artists is well known, and many painters, particularly Impressionists, have been inspired by the seaside resort's heritage and exceptional landscapes to produce works that are now major works of art. This guide explores these places of inspiration, and the works and artists who have shaped their legend. - In a literary version, the guide leads the tour accompanied by actor Jean-Pierre Guiner. He offers readings of stories that immerse you in the atmosphere of the period. - This is a steep route, so bring good walking shoes. - Duration : 2 hrs. - Meeting point to be announced on registration.