Bed and breakfast in Étretat

The charm of an Opal Coast seaside resort

Situated on the banks of the English Channel, Etretat is a tiny seaside resort in the Seine-Maritime department. It is part of the Côte d'Opale and has just 1,400 inhabitants. Yet it attracts a considerable number of tourists thanks to its exceptional coastal scenery. Talented writers such as Gustave Flaubert and Guy de Maupassant used to stay here and contributed to its fame. Not only does Etretat offer an enchanting setting, this seaside resort also boasts top-quality cuisine. Its maritime soils provide tasty ingredients, notably used in the preparation of sole normande or lisette à la dieppoise. Normans also have a number of mouth-watering pastries on their plates, including aguignette, bourdelot and mirliton from Rouen (Rouen). To quench your thirst between courses, succumb to the poirée de Normandie, a drink used by chefs to enhance certain sauces.

Activities for young and old in Etretat

On your way to the old market, you'll have the opportunity to stroll through the heart of the covered market halls where various merchants display their food. Don't hesitate to bring back some of the dishes you enjoyed at the restaurant! Next, explore the remarkable Château Les Aygues. The blue drawing room and the grand gallery are among the rooms that will leave you breathless during your visit. The church of Notre-Dame is another attraction for travellers to Etretat! This beautiful structure combines a Norman Romanesque style with a Gothic spirit, and houses a fine 19th-century organ. Another architectural masterpiece, the Protestant temple, is also well worth a visit on the Côte d'Opale. Are you looking for a relaxing holiday? Etretat is the perfect place to relax. Its sumptuous cliffs will undoubtedly amaze you, and you can take in the colours on one of the pebble beaches at low tide. If you're a keen walker, you'll love the cliffs, while cycling enthusiasts can hire mountain bikes or tandems to explore every nook and cranny of the commune! If you've got children in tow, the ideal place to visit is Woody Park, a little further afield in Fécamp (Fécamp). Paintball, human table football or accrobranche: young and old alike are spoilt for choice when it comes to entertainment.

Must-see sites around Etretat

Have you discovered everything around your bed and breakfast in Etretat? The Normandy region has plenty more surprises in store for you! If there was only one commune to visit in Seine-Maritime, it would probably be Le Havre. The Maison de l'armateur museum and the André Malraux fine arts museum are a must-see for any self-respecting art lover. Finally, you won't want to miss a day in the Parc de Clères, with its fascinating residents! The park is home to many species, including the Chilean flamingo, the curly pelican, the sacred ibis and the Bennett's wallaby.