#normandy

#normandy

The city of Caen will be honouring its past and shaping its future through 2025 with a wide range of events to mark 1000 years of colourful history.

There have been almost no mussels since 2015. Only three small beds offer a glimpse of hope, at Ravenoville, Ouistreham and around Le Tréport.

The Normans' journey from Viking roots to rulers of England and the Mediterranean showcases their transformative influence and cultural achievements in medieval history.

The murder of Robert F. Kennedy marked a pivotal moment for the nation, as it encapsulated a deep-seated grief and changed the political landscape profoundly.

While one reader, Camilla Bunt, warned that in Normandy and further up the coast, 'the climate is barely warmer than the UK', for others this was a benefit.

"Calvados can be enjoyed alongside a coffee, throughout a meal, or as a digestif. It is important to savor it slowly to fully appreciate its complexity."