Excursion Honfleur tour at Caen

Cruise line: Silversea
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Departure from pier & drive to Honfleur.


This small Normandy port with its glorious past has remained a major centre of arts.

The history of Honfleur, which has been sung to many poets and painted by famous artists, has always been tightly bound up with the sea.

Today, Honfleur offers visitors a unique heritage, which can be best glimpsed by strolling along the picturesque narrow streets lined by timber-framed houses.

Walking guided visit of the city: the Ste Catherine's church built in wood in the 15c and its bell tower, the Salt Warehouses originally run by the Gabelle collectors, the Lieutenance, residence of the former governor of the city, the Old Port with picturesque quayside.


Time at leisure will be allowed before driving back to the ship.