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Modern holiday Gite with wonderful views over the lake and golf course at Lac de la Dathée, Normandy, France
Normandy Holiday Gite - Things To Do
Apart from the golf course and lake which are on our doorstep, there are many things to do and many places of interest to visit in Normandy. The open roads make it a pleasure to travel and discover Normandy for yourself. If you prefer not to drive any great distance then the area of Vire has everything you need for an enjoyable holiday or break. Below are just a few ideas that may be of interest.
FWD FWD
Just a couple of kilometres from the gite, you can try the excitement of 4x4 off road driving. Just follow this link: www.fwdfwd.com
If you are a horsing riding enthusiast then you will not be disappointed with a visit to Les Gallops situated about 11km from the Gite at La Graverie. Please follow this link for full information: www.lesgallops.com
Les Gallops
Lac de la Dathee
We overlook the lake "Lac de la Dathee". The "Centre Nautique" offers water sports throughout March to November with kayaks, rowing boats, pedalos and windsurfing equipment all available to hire. In season, the lake is popular with local fishermen and fishing permits can be purchased locally.
Just ten minutes from the gite, discover the local town of Vire, capital of the "Bocage Normand". There are many interesting and beautiful places to explore in and around the town. This is the link to follow: www.vire-tourisme.com
vire
bungee
Bungee! Try the thrill of jumping off a bridge!! Follow this link for full details: www.ajhackett.fr
About 33km from us is the delightful zoo at Jurques: Follow this link: www.zoodejurques.fr
Zoo
Mont St Michel
A very popular landmark is the famous Mont Saint Michel, highly recommended for a day out. The web site can be found here.
Bayeux has many sites of interest including the Bayeux tapestry. For information click here
Bayeux
War Cemetery
There are many historic sites and museums that commemorate D-Day and the battles that followed during the liberation of France during WW2. For information on this and a lot more please click here.