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L'Aide Frechu is in the district of St Jean du Corail
It stands near to the main D907 to Mortain, which is the closest small town, in the Department of Manche, Normandy.
Mortain
Mortain has a range of shops and banks, a tourist office, doctor, post office and an open air swimming pool. It also has two supermarkets and a weekly street market. There are two waterfalls to visit, an ancient abbey, a tiny cliff-top chapel, WW2 historic sites and a karting centre.
There is a wealth of walking and cycling opportunties. The former railway line has been converted to a safe walking/cycling track and the local tourist office provides details of many touristic opportunities.
St Hilaire du Harcouet
The market town of St Hilaire du Harcouet is only fifteen minutes away. Here there is a greater range of shops and facilities and a thriving weekly market.
The Market Town
To the west
To the west lies a beautiful coastline with holiday resorts such as Granville, St Malo and Dinard and the world famous Mont St Michel.
The Beauty of Nature
To the north are the Normandy landing beaches, the Bayeux tapestry and World War II historical sites.
To the south and west lies Brittany and the Loire Valley and to the east more joys of Normandy.
Domfront
Domfront, a medieval hillside town, is also just a short drive away and provides an interesting half-day visit.
Apple and Pear Museum
Musée de la Pomme et de la Poire
La Logeraie,
50720
Barenton
Copper Workshop
54 rue du Général Huard
50800
Villedieu les Poêles
Workshop
Sports
Rock climbing
La Fosse-Arthour
Near Saint-Georges-de-Rouelley 50720
Cycling and Mountain Biking (VTT)
Fishing
Golf, Riding, Tennis, Walking
Please consult information sheets in the property or details from the Tourist Office, Mortain
Tel: 02 33 59 19 74
Cider perry route
Country drive taking in numerous local cider and poire making farms
‘La Route du Poire’
Other
Festyland
Some visit suggestions
Other
TOWNS AND CITIES
nearest town
Mortain
Carrefour and Aldi, range of small shops, PO, two waterfalls, La Petite Chapelle (wonderful view point) WW2 US monument, old monastery, tourist information, restaurants
St Hilaire du Harcouet
Greater range of shops, supermarkets, large weekly market on Wednesdays, restaurants, lovely park below church for pretty walks.
The Market Town
Domfront
Ancient medieval town (up the hill) with castle ruins and good views. Timbered buildings through the main street, shops and restaurants.
On the Way to Domfront
Manoir de La Saucerie
On the right about 2/3 of way is a sign for this manoir. Insignificant road but keep going and you will see a unique Disneyesque ruin!
Lonlay L’Abbaye
Lovely old abbey, also a biscuit factory making well known local biscuits. They will do a tour of the factory and there is a shop in which to buy their produce.
Fosse Arthur
Apparently there is rock climbing here but there is also a nice little shady walk. Worth a look if you are passing.
Also a museum of apple and pear off the main road – history of cider and poire making.
Pure Nature
Vire
Nearest town for wide range of supermarkets and shops. Most of them are out of town but town centre is quite historic. Don’t miss the roundabout where there is usually a clever floral scene.
Landmark
Avranches and Mont St Michel
Mont St Michel – iconic landmark. Have a look at picturesque Ducey on the way. Avranches is good town for wandering and larger supermarkets. You are near coast here so can drive north and find beaches with a view over Mont St Michel or keep going and visit Mont St Michel itself.
St Malo
Historic, walled seaside town with harbour, a walk round the ancient wall, lots of small shops, seafood restaurants and beautiful views over the sea. Large beaches.
Dinard
A picturesque little coastal resort with beachside walk, shops etc.
Near the Sea
Dinan
Historic walled Breton town.
Seaside
Granville
Seaside town with casino and look out point near the lighthouse.
Long beaches run both north and south of Granville eg Jullouville.
Villedieu les Poeles
Copper town! Lots of shops selling copper items, visit to bell foundry copper bells being made.
Bagnoles de L’Orne
The only thermal spa town in northwest France. Beautiful lake with surrounding gardens, casino, lots of outdoor activities, shops, restaurants.
Spa Town
Le Mans
Not only the Le Mans circuit but a lovely old town and cathedral with stunning light show at certain times of year.
Memory
Caen
Larger city which houses The Mémorial de Caen – a museum and war memorial commemorating World War II and the Battle for Caen.
Bayeux
Home of the tapestry and historic centre with ancient cathedral.
WW2 Landing beaches
Omaha Beach, Juno Beach, Sword Beach, Utah Beach, Gold Beach. Pointe du Hoc.
Range of museums including D Day Museum at Arromanches.
Pegasus Bridge – back towards Ouistreham.
