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TOP 10 REASONS
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Why travel to Deauville: Find out the top 10 reasons to visit
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A SNEAK PEAK
A SNEAK PEAK
A SNEAK PEAK
A Sneak Peek into Deauville
- Deauville was designed with visitors in mind. It arose from the dunes in the 1860s as a result of the vision of one Dr Joseph Olliffe and his close friend, Emperor Napoleon III's half-brother, the Duke de Morny.
- Only marshes were between the sea and this small hillside settlement by the end of the 1850s. Dr Olliffe persuaded affluent backers to invest in a massive programme to clear the marshes and build a coastal resort from scratch.
- Desle-François Breney, the resort's architect, was inspired by Baron Haussmann's reconstruction of Paris. The resort was fully operational in four years, thanks to an essential new railway line.
- Elegant Parisians were catered to by grand hotels erected in the Anglo-Norman timber-frame architecture, intelligent bathing facilities, and a fashionable racecourse.
- Over time, more stylish embellishments were made. During the Belle Epoque, just before World War I, additional opulent hotels and an enormous casino was built. During World War I, Deauville's grand hotels were converted as hospitals for wounded Allied soldiers.
- Deauville erected a splendid new train station between the wars and its distinctive Art Deco bathing facilities and wooden promenade.
- The international prestige of the beach resort rose after WWII. Added a cluster of marinas along the Touques estuary to its permanent attractions, while the Deauville American Film Festival, which began in 1975, began attracting stars and moviegoers every September.
- Capital: Paris
- International Airport: Deauville Normandie (DOL)
- Population: 3 470
- Currency: Euro
- Time: UTC+02:00
- Driving side: Left
- Main Electricity: 230 V
- Official Language: France
- Religion: Catholic
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HIGHLIGHTS
HIGHLIGHTS
HIGHLIGHTS
Top Tourist Attractions in Deauville
- The spectacular Pompeian bathing area behind the beach huts, with its fountains, mosaics, pillars, and pools, should not be missed.
- Deauville-la-Touques, the older of Deauville's two famous racecourses, was created in 1864 near the town centre and hosts races all year.
- The Villa Strassburger mansion was erected in 1907 by Baron Henri de Rothschild and purchased in 1924 by American millionaire Ralph-Beaver Strassburger.
- The Belle Epoque casino, one of Europe's foremost enterprises of its sort, stands on the site of the first casino, which opened in 1864.
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SEASONS TO TRAVEL
SEASONS TO TRAVEL
SEASONS TO TRAVEL
Best Months to Visit Deauville
- May, June, July, August, September, and October are the best months for beautiful weather in Deauville.
- July, August, and September are the warmest months on average.
- January and February are the coldest months.
- January, November, and December are the wettest months.
- August and September are ideal months for swimming.
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WORTH A VISIT
WORTH A VISIT
WORTH A VISIT
The Best Places to Visit in Deauville
Beach, boardwalk and beach huts
- Beach, boardwalk, and beach huts: Deauville has 2km of sandy beach with 450 colourful parasols, 22 beach-front shops and cafes, a seawater Olympic swimming pool, a riding school, and a tennis club, making it a year-round destination for day-trippers, holiday-makers, and sports enthusiasts of all ages.
- Deauville's iconic wooden boardwalk (Les Planches) dates back to 1923, spans the entire beach, and is engraved with the names of numerous actors and directors.
- They have attended the Deauville American Film Festival throughout the years.
- The spectacular Pompeian bathing area behind the beach huts, with its fountains, mosaics, pillars, and pools, should not be missed.
Les Franciscaines
- As the name suggests, this lovely structure was previously home to the Franciscan order.
- It was purchased by Deauville in 2012 and has since been completely rebuilt to hold a museum, auditorium, and media library divided into five zones, one of which is dedicated to children, all of which are thematically related to Deauville and its history.
- The museum will also feature works by André Hambourg, who gave the town approximately 500 paintings and other modern pieces.
Villa Strassburger
- This magnificent mansion, designated a national historic monument in 1975, was erected in 1907 by Baron Henri de Rothschild and purchased in 1924 by American millionaire Ralph-Beaver Strassburger.
- Its architecture resembles a late-nineteenth-century Belle Epoque villa in the neighbouring Pays d'Auge region. The ground floor is constructed of mottled bricks, and the upper story is half-timbered.
- Inside, genuine furniture, décor, and artworks provide a fascinating glimpse into life at the time.
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DISCOVER MORE
DISCOVER MORE
DISCOVER MORE
Deauville Off the Beaten Track
Casino Barrière
- This Belle Epoque casino, one of Europe's leading enterprises of its sort, stands on the site of the first casino, which opened in 1864.
- Since 1912, its lights have lighted the seafront, reminding them of the splendour of the time.
- The casino's proscenium stage, erected in 1910, was inspired by the Petit Trianon theatre in Versailles, with its horseshoe form and Toile de Jouy décor.
Centre International de Deauville
- This cutting-edge seaside complex opened in 1992 and holds essential events and conferences, including screenings and award ceremonies for the Deauville American Film Festival.
- The entire structure is buried several metres to preserve the neighbouring beach environment, which is quite a technological feat.
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CULTURE & TRADITIONS
CULTURE & TRADITIONS
CULTURE & TRADITIONS
Deauville Culture and Traditions
- Deauville has significantly boosted the amount of year-round cultural events to complement its well-established pleasures of horseracing, polo, golf, and high-end shopping in recent years.
- The ancient Presqu'île de la Touques neighbourhood adjacent to the marinas has undergone significant redevelopment, and the new Franciscans Museum will open in May 2021.
- The extraordinary wide sandy beach, dotted with colourful parasols and backed by the famed boardwalk and beach cottages, remains a delight for anyone.
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FOOD FUN FASHION
FOOD FUN FASHION
FOOD FUN FASHION
Deauville: Food, Fun & Fashion Guide
Calvados and cider
#Food
- Calvados and cider are inextricably linked to the gastronomic environment of the region that, coincidentally, gave the latter its name.
- Normandy is an apple-growing region with over 400 apple types, each with a name that is more lyrical than the last: Rossignol, Rouge-Mulot, or Change-Souvent.
- The region's cider indeed shows the smells of the fruit, processed using age-old traditions, with its golden colour, exuberant bubbles, and fluffy head of foam. It's designed to be served chilled with food.
- On the other hand, Calvados is made from the distillation of cider, which is then aged in wood casks for 3 to 20 years. It can be used as an aperitif, after-dinner liqueur, or even in coffee.
Normandy cheeses: Camembert, Pont-l’Évêque et Livarot
#Food
- Camembert, Pont-l'Évêque, and Livarot cheeses are among the region's most popular delicacies.
- Camembert, a cheese made from the unpasteurised milk of Normande cows, is at the top of the pack, with a soft centre, bloomy rind, and a rich, fruity flavour.
- Of course, it goes well with a nice cider, but it's also used in various recipes, including puff pastry meals and croquettes.
- Livarot is recognised for its orangey rind and characteristic milky flavour with traces of fruit and hay and is best served with bread after a meal.
- Pont l'Évêque is a more delicate, harder cheese popular among gourmets.
Scallops
#Food
- Scallops, the most regal shellfish, take on an even more sumptuous dimension in Normandy, with abundant meat and well-rounded coral.
- Scallops from Normandy's waters are harvested using fishing dredges and are stamped with a red label, ensuring their freshness and quality.
- These can be prepared in various ways, which you can sample at some of Deauville's finest restaurants.
- These specialities will not disappoint, whether pan-fried or roasted with a bit of salted butter, marinated in cider vinegar, sliced with cream or even a bechamel sauce.
- They will surely make you feel like you're at a party. Don't pass up this great delight during your holiday.
Stylish Seaside Shopping
#Fashion
- In the pedestrian zone between the beach and the polo field, high-end French brands have set up shop.
- Coco Chanel opened her second boutique, following the one on rue Cambon in Paris, 100 years ago.
- Don't you think this calls for a festive shopping spree? Yes, indeed! Fortunately, all of the top shops in this coastal resort are within easy walking distance of us.
Emblematic Equestrian Chic
#Fashion
- Deauville is France's undisputed horse town, famous for its races and contests, polo matches, and stud farms.
- Visit Hermès (Place du Casino), Longchamp (76 Rue Eugène Colas), and Ralph Lauren (70 Rue Désiré Le Hoc) to indulge in this equestrian passion.
- If you want to look for historical artefacts, visit the brocantes and antique shops on neighbouring Avenue de la République.
- Antiq Thé (1 avenue de la République) features an extensive collection of Asian artefacts and a beautiful area dedicated to the tea specialists Dammann Frères.
Tasty Souvenirs
#Fashion
- Dupont Avec un Thé (20 place Morny) is the most well-known teahouse on the Norman coast and one of France's greatest chocolatiers.
- Gourmand seeking an excuse to compare sweets? Au Duc de Morny (59a rue Désiré Le Hoc), a chocolate maker named after Napoleon III's half-brother, is also worth a visit.
- Morny was instrumental in developing horseracing and breeding in France, and in 1862 he established the Deauville - La Touques Race Course.
- Visit Conserverie La Belle-Eloise (21 rue Désiré Le Hoc) to balance your tastes. This family-owned company sells a variety of canned fish treats in elegant gift packaging.
Normandie Challenge Adventure Park
#Fun
- The Normandie Challenge Adventure amusement park is located near Deauville in Pont l'Evêque. There will be plenty of exciting activities planned in an outstanding natural location.
- This leisure base is located within a vast and magnificent former stud farm that has been completely reorganised to offer a variety of outdoor and indoor activities such as tractor tours, river tours, paintball, and so on.
- The Normandie Challenge Adventure Park is ideal for a stag or hen do, a day out with friends or family, or even a corporate team-building event.
- The attractions guarantee a fun day out, thanks to its original and distinctive routes, canoe trips along the river, and tours aboard a Citroen Méhari.
- Children are also welcome and will enjoy the 500m2 indoor area with inflatable structures, human table football, and other activities.
- Special events include hen/stag parties, social get-togethers, and corporate gatherings.
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NATURE & SAFARI
NATURE & SAFARI
NATURE & SAFARI
Deauville: Natural Beauty & Safari Adventures
- The Maison de l'Estuaire is an association in charge of preserving the Seine Estuary Nature Reserve, located at the entry to the Le Havre metropolitan region.
- It is 8,528 hectares of untouched nature in the centre of an area where the Manche and the Seine meet and mingle with the land.
- With approximately 250 species of birds landing there each year, the nature reserve has an unparalleled ecological richness, making it one of the primary migratory halting spots.
- Whoever says reserve does not necessarily mean sanctuary and hiding! Throughout the year, the Maison de l'Estuaire conducts nature trips so everyone can explore its hidden gems.
- Amateur advice, boots, and binoculars are often required! Individuals can access the Rendez-vous Nature en estuaire de Seine programme via the association's website.
- The public is welcome to the Maison de la Réserve, located close to the tollgate on the Pont de Normandie.
- People with limited mobility can use an educational pond set up a few feet from the Maison de la Réserve.
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EVENTS & FIESTAS
EVENTS & FIESTAS
EVENTS & FIESTAS
Deauville Must-Attend Festivals and Events
- The Prix d'Ornano-Valenti, created in 1991 by the Motion Picture Association (MPA) and granted by a panel of Anglo-Saxon journalists presided over by Jean-Guillaume d'Ornano, honours a French debut picture to assist support its wider recognition, promotion and Prix d'Ornano-Valenti has been supported by the Franco-American Cultural Fund since 2009.
- Charlotte Le Bon will present the Prix d'Ornano-Valenti to Falcon Lake at the Deauville American Film Festival's Award Ceremony.
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