In the land of cider and cheese

The trip is classified as a “moderate challenge” due to a few hilly sections in the Pays d’Auge, but the daily distances are among the shortest in the catalogue. Day 2: 8.8 km (Deauville–Trouville loop). Day 3: 12 or 18 km (Trouville to Honfleur). Day 4: 19 km loop (around Honfleur). Day 5: 12 or 20 km (transfer then walk to Beaumont-en-Auge). Day 6: 22 km loop (countryside of the Pays d’Auge). These are walks of 2 to 5 hours a day, leaving plenty of time for sightseeing, tastings and simply taking in the scenery. The terrain alternates between coastal paths, wooded trails and small, undulating country lanes. If you are able to walk for 3 to 4 hours at your own pace with breaks, this trip is for you.

Both holidays start in the same way: two nights in Deauville/Trouville and two nights in Honfleur, with the same coastal stops (Villerville, Cricquebœuf, Bois du Breuil, Honfleur). The difference lies in what comes after Honfleur. The 8-day tour leaves Honfleur for the D-Day beaches (Arromanches, Omaha Beach, Bayeux). This tour stays inland and delves into the countryside of the Pays d’Auge (Beaumont-en-Auge, stud farms, orchards, cider farms). If you’re looking to explore the legacy of D-Day after the Côte Fleurie, choose the 8-day tour for €970. If you prefer local produce, cider, calvados and Norman cheeses in a rural setting, this ‘In the Land of Cider and Cheese’ holiday at €660 is the ideal choice.

Day 1: arrival in Deauville or Trouville, a stroll along the seafront, first dinner overlooking Trouville harbour or on the Deauville boardwalk.
Day 2: a gentle 8.8 km loop between Trouville (fishing harbour, fishmongers, shops on Rue des Bains) and Deauville (Belle Époque villas, casino, boardwalk of the American Film Festival).
Day 3: the Côte Fleurie on foot via Villerville (fishing village where ‘Un singe en hiver’ was filmed), Cricquebœuf (a hamlet of Viking origin), the Bois du Breuil and their rhododendrons, arriving at Honfleur harbour.
Day 4: a loop around Honfleur taking in the Côte de Grâce and its view of the estuary, the Notre-Dame de Grâce chapel, the oak and beech woods, a cider farm with tasting of cider, pommeau and calvados, and the village of Pennedepie.
Day 5: transfer by car followed by a walk through the typical villages of the Pays d’Auge, arriving at Beaumont-en-Auge, perched 90 metres above the valley with a magnificent view over the Touques valley.
Day 6: a loop through the rolling countryside of the Pays d’Auge with its stud farms, orchards, half-timbered houses and cider farms open for tastings. Six days of beaches, harbours, woods and countryside, washed down with cider and calvados.

It is the most gourmet tour in the catalogue. The title ‘In the land of cider and cheese’ perfectly sums up what it promises. In Trouville (Days 1 and 2), the fishing harbour provides mussels, prawns and fresh fish. In Honfleur (Days 3 and 4), the restaurants in the Vieux Bassin offer seafood and Normandy cuisine, and the Day 4 loop takes you to a cider farm with tastings of cider, pommeau and calvados. In Beaumont-en-Auge (Days 5 and 6), you are in the heart of the Pays d’Auge, the birthplace of Pont-l’Évêque, Camembert and Livarot. The Day 6 loop takes you through cider estates that open their doors for tastings. If you choose to start from Pont-l’Évêque on Day 5, you can sample the eponymous cheese in its village of origin. Every day is an immersion in the Normandy countryside.

It is one of the region’s most beautiful villages and an exceptional base camp for exploring the Pays d’Auge on foot. Perched 90 metres above the valley, Beaumont-en-Auge offers a magnificent panorama of the Touques valley and the Normandy countryside. Its typical half-timbered houses, peaceful atmosphere and local restaurants make it a place where time seems to stand still. In the evening, once the passing hikers have moved on, the village regains a rare calm. Two nights allow you to fully enjoy this atmosphere and devote Day 6 to a long 22 km loop through the stud farms, orchards and cider-producing estates of the Pays d’Auge, without having to change accommodation.

Yes, on the first two days. Deauville and Trouville (Days 1 and 2) offer long beaches of fine sand, and the first day’s walk (8.8 km) is short enough to leave the whole afternoon free for the beach. The Côte Fleurie between Trouville and Honfleur (Day 3) also runs alongside accessible beaches. From Day 5 onwards, the route leaves the coast for the countryside of the Pays d’Auge, where the atmosphere shifts towards tastings and contemplating the rural landscapes.

Normandie Rando transfers your luggage between each stage. The base camp format (2 nights at each stage) simplifies logistics as only two main luggage transfers are required (from Deauville/Trouville to Honfleur, then from Honfleur to Beaumont). On Day 5, a car transfer (around 30 minutes) takes you from Honfleur to the starting point of your walk in the Pays d’Auge (Pont-l’Évêque or Pierrefitte-en-Auge depending on the option chosen). On the final day, a transfer is included from Beaumont-en-Auge to Pont-l’Évêque station. GPX tracks and a mobile navigation app guide you on each stage.

Deauville is accessible by direct train from Paris Saint-Lazare in around 2 hours 10 minutes. Your accommodation is a few minutes’ walk from the station. Free parking is available on Trouville beach. On the return journey, a transfer included in the price takes you from Beaumont-en-Auge to Pont-l’Évêque station, from where a direct train to Paris takes around 2 hours. This is one of the simplest routes in terms of return logistics: two stations with good connections from Paris, transfers included, no complications.

The price includes 6 nights in hotels with breakfasts featuring fresh, local produce, luggage transfers between each stage, a car transfer on Day 5 between Honfleur and the start of the walk, the transfer on the final day between Beaumont and Pont-l’Évêque, GPX tracks, access to the mobile navigation app and detailed route descriptions with tips. On a per-night basis, this works out at €110 per person all-inclusive: accommodation, breakfast, transfers, luggage logistics and guiding. For a 7-day stay covering Deauville, Honfleur and the Pays d’Auge, with two private transfers included, this represents remarkable value for money.

The Standard package offers family-run 2- or 3-star hotels: the Hôtel de la Côte Fleurie or Le Chantilly in Deauville/Trouville, the Hôtel du Dauphin in Honfleur (3-star in the town centre), and Le P’tit Beaumont in Beaumont-en-Auge (2-star, charming village atmosphere). The Comfort package enhances the experience with the Hostellerie du Vallon in Trouville (4-star) and the Hôtel Le Cheval Blanc in Honfleur (3-star, a boutique hotel overlooking the Vieux Bassin). The €100 difference is spread over 6 nights, amounting to approximately €17 more per night. The two nights in Trouville in a 4-star hotel and the two nights at the Cheval Blanc overlooking Honfleur harbour transform the comfort of the base camps and enhance the enjoyment of each evening.

No. The rate is the same at €660 from April to October, with no surcharge. Departures are available every day except Fridays and Saturdays (a €60 surcharge applies on those days). For groups of 4 or more, a €20 discount per person applies. If you prefer to carry your own luggage, a €20 discount per person is available (cannot be combined with the group discount). The absence of a high-season surcharge on a holiday including Deauville and Honfleur, two of Normandy’s most popular destinations, is a notable advantage.

The page explicitly presents it as an ideal tour for the whole family. The very short distances (8.8 to 22 km), the base camp format (no daily change of accommodation), the variety of settings (beach, harbour, woods, countryside) and the culinary aspect (tastings open to children with apple juice, and to adults with calvados) make this a holiday suitable for everyone. For groups of friends, the focus on fine dining and evenings out in Trouville, Honfleur and Beaumont create a natural sense of conviviality. For couples, the romantic setting of Honfleur and the panoramic views from Beaumont offer truly special moments.

The holiday is available from April to October. Spring (April–May) brings rhododendrons in bloom in the Breuil woods between Trouville and Honfleur, apple trees in bloom in the Pays d’Auge, and soft light over the Vieux Bassin in Honfleur. Summer is the perfect time to enjoy the beaches of Deauville and Trouville. Autumn (September–October) is apple and harvest season in the Pays d’Auge: this is when the cider farms are at their busiest and the tastings are at their best. Accommodation in Honfleur and Deauville fills up quickly during the season. Booking in advance is recommended.

Fill in a quote request directly on the holiday page. The Normandie Rando team will get back to you to tailor your itinerary: choice of accommodation package, departure dates, distance options for Days 3 and 5, an extra night in Honfleur or Deauville, and any other adjustments. You can also call 02 31 65 74 08 for a personalised consultation. Requesting a quote is free and non-binding. It’s the first step towards experiencing the very best of Normandy: from the boardwalks of Deauville to the harbour of Honfleur, from rhododendron-filled woods to apple orchards, with a glass of cider in hand and a camembert in your bag.