The Seine-Maritime is full of small, intimate places, as well as towns and seaside cities where you can discover the beauty of Normandy.The cliff of Étretat, where Monet painted his incredible Sunset. You can then visit the other seaside towns, including Dieppe, Fécamp and Le Tréport. Then head to Le Havre, whose historic center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You will visit theGranville abbey, the hanging gardens, the Vauban docks and so much more. Finally, go to Rouen, nicknamed by Stendhal "The Athens of the Gothic genre", and its famous Notre-Dame cathedral, which also inspired Claude Monet, is a must-see destination. A true museum city, Rouen is a must-see with its beautiful half-timbered houses, cobbled streets and Gothic churches. Rouen was the scene of the martyrdom of Joan of Arc, condemned and burned in 1431, on the Place du Vieux Marché. Rouen is also known as the "city of 100 steeples". The Seine-Maritime has many cultural and gastronomic assets!

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When to go to Seine-Maritime ? Well, all year round. It is a favorite destination for art and architecture lovers, but also for those who wish to admire wild and preserved landscapes. The Seine-Maritime alone cultivates 19,000 hectares of flax. In mid-June, admire the electric blue of the countryside, before it quickly gives way to an astonishing geometric decor created by the large ribbons of uprooted stems that are left to scorch in the open air. From July to September, you can attend many music festivals, shows, theater ... Created in 1989, the Armada will again anchor in Rouen in 2019 with its stream of concerts and entertainment. The Armada is a great concentration of sailing ships that attracts millions of spectators on the quays of Rouen. There is something for everyone!

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The Seine-Maritime has an oceanic climate. Bordered by the English Channel, temperatures are mild, averaging between 4°C in winter and 16.5°C in summer. Rain is frequent, although not very abundant, with a preponderance of light showers.

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Vue aérienne de la Seine TOM PEPEIRA - ICONOTEC
La plage du Havre et ses cabines colorées. Alexi Tauzin - stock.adobe.com
Le belvédère de la côte Sainte-Catherine permet d'admirer la vue sur la ville Franck GODARD
Le pont tournant des Docks Franck GODARD

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