Normandy Press Pack 2013 - France

Normandy Microlight
Avranches, Manche
Get a bird’s eye view of the magnificent Mont-Saint-Michel and
its surrounding area as you take to the skies in a microlight.
Regis Mao has over 15 years experience in flying light aircraft
and he has devised a range of special packages for visitors
who wish to experience this thrill for the first time. For those
who don’t have a head for heights, Regis also offers short
training sessions in the newest environmentally friendly way to
of travelling around the bay- the segway scooter. After learning
how to handle the machine, you are free to take to the paths
and enjoy the scenery on your own scooter cruise.
www.normandie-ulm.com
Canoeing and Kayaking
Those who wish to see some of the lush Norman countryside
will enjoy kayaking or canoeing down the Orne River
Did you know?
The ICF Canoe Polo World Championships will take place
in Thury-Harcourt during the 3rd week of September in
2014.
www.canoeicf.com
Authentik Aventure
Romilly-sur-Andelle, Eure
Nestled in the valley of the Andelle River, this sports
organisation offers a whole range of outdoor activities
including canoeing and kayaking. Adventurers also get
the chance to learn about the natural history of these
landscapes whether on a descent down the River Seine
or at the summit of a cliff.
www.authentikaventure.fr
Beau Rivage
Clécy, Calvados
Why not take time to admire the lush Norman countryside
whilst canoeing down the tranquil River Orne? This activity
centre, ideally placed within easy reach of Caen, Rouen and
Saint-Lô, is open between Easter and October and offers a
wide array of river-based activities such as kayaking, canoeing
and pedalos.
contact@beau-rivage-clecy.fr
Diving
Normandy’s coastline has created some fascinating diving
spots. In parts, the wreckage of D-Day has left its mark, whilst
areas along old maritime routes conceal a host of wrecks
waiting to be explored. Don’t miss the Channel’s soft coral reefs
Section Plongée Leo Lagrange
Asnelles Diving Centre, Calvados
The sea here is littered with the remnants of the enormous
military operation which took place along this stretch of the
Normandy coastline during the night of 5th/6th June 1944
and the weeks building up to it. The centre welcomes Englishspeaking
divers.
www.asnelles-plongee-leo-lagrange.com
Pôle Plongée Normandie
Tourlaville, Manche
In the area around the Cotentin Peninsula divers can discover
the wreck of a huge transatlantic ship, as well as steam boats,
patrol boats, trawlers, tugs and even a plane!
http://poleplongeenormandie.org
Don’t miss…
Information on many other sports and activities, from
sand yachting and kite surfing to hiking and fishing, is
available in Normandy is available on the ‘Sport and
Activities’ section of our website.
Normandy Press Pack 2013
www.normandy-tourism.org