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Spring holidays in Normandy

Who has never dreamed of giving their children the chance to grow up close to nature, in a preserved environment?

In Normandy Caux Vexin, it’s possible—during a stay—to combine several experiences in contact with farm animals or more exotic species, learn how to fish, ride a pony, climb trees, or get lost in a maze only to find your way again. To complement these activities, we also invite you to discover the beautiful gardens of our region and take part in family workshops. Let us guide you.

🐑 – Saturday, April 11: The Ferme des Écoles in Claville-Motteville invites you to share a special moment with farm animals: come feed the goats and calves, and meet the chickens, sheep, and donkeys who are always happy to be petted. An outing for the whole family—perfect for learning, touching, observing, and leaving with lovely memories. (Regular workshops until May 2).

🐒 – Sunday, April 12: Head to Clères Park to feed red pandas, gibbons, ring-tailed lemurs, or flamingos in the splendid setting of this landscaped garden crowned by fairy-tale castles. Events run throughout the holidays, with workshops and treasure hunts as well.

🥕 – Monday, April 13: Why not visit Buchy on market day with Duncan from the Tourist Office? Under the centuries-old market halls, you’ll discover live chickens, quails, and rabbits.

🌳 – Tuesday, April 14: Head to the treetops with Arbr’ en Ciel treetop adventure park—an outdoor nature and adventure playground.

🚣 – Wednesday, April 15: Discover Montville—its lake, playground, pedal boats, geese, the French Firefighters Museum, and a temporary exhibition on remarkable trees and trees in illustration.

🏇 – Thursday, April 16: Treat your children to a Shetland pony ride with the Bois-Guilbert equestrian farm and explore the forest.

🏇 – Friday, April 17: What if your teenagers experienced the joy of riding an Icelandic horse? These small horses, calm yet energetic, with very comfortable gaits, are ideal companions for a bonding moment.

🏰 – Saturday, April 18: Visit the château and gardens of Bracquetuit, enjoy refreshments and a concert, or join a brioche-making workshop in Clères with “Forêt des Macarons.”

🚜 – Sunday, April 19: Open day at the Ferme du Moulin de Rebets—an idyllic day with many activities centered around farming and agriculture.

🎨 – Monday, April 20: Visit the sculpture garden and the installation “The Garden of Impressionist Painters” to admire busts of artists who shaped art history, along with other monumental sculptures by Jean-Marc de Pas.

🐣 – Tuesday, April 21: Watch the “Piti Piou” show at Clères Park for children, or explore the vast ABV Vintage flea market in Bosc-le-Hard.

♣️ – Wednesday, April 22: Free golf initiation at Rouen La Forêt Verte, or a workshop for toddlers with “Les Petits Pas d’Emma” nearby.

🐟 – Thursday, April 23: Fishing day and mini-golf at the Sommery ponds, plus a visit to the Ferme de Bray.

⛳ – Friday, April 24: Visit the Artmazia labyrinth—one of the largest permanent plant mazes in France, perched on the Bray region’s geological formation. You can also eat on-site.

🐔 – Saturday, April 25: Visit the Ferme des Châtaigniers and shop in the farm store, discover its many animals from here and elsewhere, or  Parc du Bocasse.

🍁 – Sunday, April 26: Visit the Jardin du Mesnil—Bray’s botanical park—with the option to dine in this remarkable garden and renowned arboretum.

🌾 – Monday, April 27: Discover the Marais des Communaux in Elbeuf-sur-Andelle and enjoy a horseback ride at the Val Saint Pierre equestrian tourism center.

🐺 – Tuesday, April 28: Walk in the Montigny forest, following the wolf trail.

🐇 – Wednesday, April 29: Feeding workshop at the Ferme des Écoles in Claville-Motteville, plus discovery of the Fécamp woods and the Fontaine-le-Bourg reed bed.

🧀 – Thursday, April 30: Visit and tasting at the Quesne farm and cheese dairy, followed by a bike ride along the Thermes cycling route.

🪻 – Friday, May 1: Visit the Agapanthe Gardens, Jardin Plume, and Jardin d’Angélique.

🧵 – Saturday, May 2: Creative workshop making linen hot-water bottles in Ry with “Graines de Fée,” as part of the Linen Spring festival, plus a visit to the village that inspired Flaubert.

⚔️ – Sunday, May 3: Guided tour of Blainville’s three treasures: the Collegiate Church, the ruins of medieval castles, and the unusual Siren Museum.

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Top 5 de nos restaurants “Kids friendly” :

1. Crêperie aux Anciennes Halles à Buchy - Best tip: enjoy a galette after the Monday market.
2. Le Bistrot du tendos - Family fun every Friday and Saturday in Fontaine-le-Bourg !
3. Le Clos Rouen la Vaupalière - On February 13th, start the holidays with the “Family Enjoy” evening: free menu for children under 12 and games available.
4. Le Bouche à Oreille à Montville - Musical and family atmosphere, open at lunchtime; the perfect break between a walk around the lake and a museum visit.
5. Crêperie Les P'tites Pommes à Clères - A friendly brasserie between two workshops.

8 de nos hébergements avec des animaux :

1. le gîte des Chataigniers  à Catenay : large gîte, 300 m from la ferme with plenty of animals from here and elsewhere…
2. les Granges du Bout de la Ville à Montville : charming mini-gîtes in barns surrounded by miniature donkeys and other animals.
3. La Roulotte du Moulin de Rebets : an authentic caravan on a Limousin and Angus cattle farm.
4. La Ferme des Marronniers et autres gîtes à Fresne le Plan :  visit the dairy farm, including milking, included in the stay.
5. La ferme équestre de Bois Guilbert :rustic atmosphere and total immersion among ponies..
6. Les Ecuries de Diane à Saint Jean du Cardonnay : chic countryside surrounded by horses.
7. Les Marguerites à Rebets, a show-horse stable with dream horses. 
8. VVF l'ecrin normand in Foirges Les Eaux with its miniature farm.