Hôtel d'Angleterre The Originals Boutique

Elegant and majestic, the Normandy Bridge is not only a work of art in its own right but also, and above all, a technological feat, serving as a link between Calvados and Seine-Maritime, Honfleur and Le Havre. While driving across it is a must-do, crossing on foot or by bicycle offers a unique experience: stop in the middle and take the time to admire the Seine estuary, the port of Le Havre and its facilities, Honfleur, and the Tancarville Bridge.

Certainly, we know its cliffs, the Needle of Etretat, its beaches, but Etretat is also a heritage of a fishing village (already known in Roman times), the boom of seaside resorts with its luxurious villas built by industrialists, bankers, artists (including Offenbach) from Paris or England, its market, its alleys, and its half-timbered houses. The best way to discover it is on foot, by car, but also by velorail or by sea (paddle, kayak) for changing viewpoints.

Welcome to the City of Painters and Impressionism! Courbet, Monet, Boudin, and many others were inspired by the ever-changing skies and the way of life in this place. Here, you can wander through the streets, visit the market, and enjoy a relaxing moment at the beach. Those with an appreciation for the finer things in life can also embark on numerous excursions from Honfleur into the Augeron hinterland via the cider route or the cheese route.

New York has its MoMA, while Le Havre has its MuMa (Musée d’Art Moderne André Malraux). Established in 1961, the place first surprises with its architecture, a true glass and steel vessel facing the sea, accessible via a footbridge. Here, natural light reigns supreme and accompanies the visitor throughout their pictorial journey, from Renaissance artworks to contemporary pieces.

Auguste Perret, a renowned architect and a mentor to Le Corbusier, played a significant role in the post-war reconstruction of Le Havre. His signature was concrete, which he crafted like stone. In 2005, the city acquired an apartment with the aim of showcasing the lifestyle and creations of the 1950s. With a gas stove, refrigerator, high-quality materials, and sleek design, this visit offers a true journey back in time.

That skyscraper towering over Le Havre? It's the Saint-Joseph Church. A monument that the city owes to "Master of Concrete" (Auguste Perret). Standing at 107 meters, the lantern tower serves as both a spiritual and secular beacon, symbolizing the city's rebirth after World War II. The building reveals all its beauty once you cross the threshold, unveiling the miracle of the intimate dialogue between "the poet of concrete" and the craftsmanship of master glassmaker Marguerite Huré: 12,768 mouth-blown multicolored stained glass windows.