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Parks and Gardens in Normandy In Normandy, the water, the light, the colours, the gentle landscapes and the rich heritage all lend themselves perfectly to the gardener’s art. The region boasts over 100 gardens open to the public, many of which host special events and activities. Here is our pick of where to go and what to see in 2013. Les Jardins de la Mansonière Saint-Céneri-le-Gérei, Orne These gardens are perched on one of the hills overlooking the river Sarthe, a stone’s throw from Saint-Cénerile-Gérei, one of France’s most beautiful villages. The gardens’ special, dreamlike atmosphere invites visitors to relax and unwind whilst wandering the nine themed areas. Open from 12th April to 15th September. www.mansoniere.fr Not to be missed… Classical Music by Candlelight On three occasions during the summer, les Jardins de la Mansonière will be illuminated by over 800 candles, providing the perfect backdrop for a series of classical concerts. Abbaye Saint-Georges de Boscherville Seine-Maritime This garden has been restored in a 17th century style, harking back to the time when it was first planted out by Benedictine monks. Architecturally, it combines the tradition of medieval abbey gardens with that of Italian Renaissance terraced gardens and is home to eighty varieties of medicinal plants as well as a wealth of orchards, vines and flowerbeds. From the garden, visitors can admire the superb view of the abbey and the Seine Valley. www.abbaye-saint-georges.com 24 28
Château de Miromesnil Park and Garden Tourville-sur-Arques, Seine-Maritime Nestled between a beech forest and the impressive Château de Miromesnil, this abundant plot is a fine example of a traditional kitchen garden and was awarded the Grand Prix 2011 by the French National Horticultural Society for its combination of traditional gardening and its artistic use of colour. Visitors won’t fail to be bowled over by Miromesnil’s charm. http://v2.chateaumiromesnil.com/ Claude Monet’s Garden Giverny, Eure Claude Monet’s property in Giverny, where he lived from 1833 to 1926, has now become the Claude Monet Foundation. The gardens have been replanted as they would have been during the time of the well-known painter-gardener who was ‘crazy about flowers’. No trip to Giverny would be complete without a glimpse of the famous ‘Water Garden’ with its Japanese Bridge, inspiration for the pictorial universe of the water lilies. www.fondation-monet.com Not to be missed… Christmas Market at the Château Miromesnil 30th November - 1st December For one weekend only the château and its grounds welcome visitors to embrace the Christmas spirit. Marvel at the giant Christmas tree, treat your loved ones to some early presents from the traditional market and top it all off by tucking into some delicious delicacies by an open fire. Normandy Press Pack 2013 www.normandy-tourism.org
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