When the rain comes during the weekend or vacation, it can be the perfect opportunity to discover new activities with family or friends. Here are some ideas to keep you entertained despite the bad weather. Whatever activity you choose, don't forget to pack your raincoats and umbrellas to stay dry when traveling outside.
1
Visit the Pirou castle
Formerly used to defend a haven, the castle is today a magnificent site to discover with the family where young and old will be transported to the Middle Ages. Let the knight or princess in you awaken!
2
Marvel at Lessay Abbey
Lessay Abbey, a jewel of Romanesque architecture, is recognized for being one of the oldest ribbed vaults. The church is open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 19:00 p.m. Interpretation panels will help you discover the history of this thousand-year-old building.
3
Discover the Maison de la Brique
This old brickworks from the 19th and 20th centuries allows visitors to discover or rediscover this now forgotten artisanal know-how. This unique museum traces the history of the brickmaker's profession, brick and its use in Lower Normandy.
4
Explore the City of the Sea
Installed in the former transatlantic maritime station, elected favorite monument of the French, the Cité de la mer allows you to discover several spaces dedicated to the sea: visit to the submarine Le Redoutable, the aquarium, the exhibitions…
5
Go back in time on the tourist train from Carteret to Portbail
In a train from the 50s, on the old line which linked Carteret to Carentan, you will pass through the pretty seaside resorts of Barneville, Saint-Jean-de-la-Rivière and Saint-Georges-de-la-Rivière. A way to go back in time while enjoying the landscapes of Cotentin.
6
Admire the stars at the Ludiver Planetarium
A fun journey to the heart of the Universe for adults and children where you have an appointment with more than 7 stars under a vault 000 meters in diameter.
7
Immerse yourself in the history of the Landings at Utah Beach
Installed on the beach where the Americans landed on June 6, 1944, the museum recounts the events of D-Day, from its preparation to its conclusion and success.
8
Climb the 58 steps of the Carteret lighthouse
Still in operation, this lighthouse opens its doors to the public to access the platform 85 meters above sea level.
9
Discover the Manoir du Tourp
In an old stately farm, come and discover the Tourp manor with its show trail “A treasure at the end of the world” to discover, in five animated settings, the history of the Hague and its inhabitants.
10
Flanner at an exhibition
Painting, history, art, numerous exhibitions are open throughout the Channel, discover the current selection.
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