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Disabled Holidays in Normandy

Beach and cliffs in Normandy, France

Often referred to as France’s version of Devon (with Brittany being its Cornwall), Normandy is lower-lying and less rugged than its neighbour, while still matching it in natural beauty and historical sights.

It’s home to some great beaches, with large, shingled expanses backed by dramatic cliffs between Dieppe and Le Havre, and flatter golden sands west of the Seine – the scene of the D-Day landings. Today the beaches are popular for traditional days at the seaside as well as reverential battlefield tours, which visit all five of the D-Day landing sites, along with other local attractions.

Inland Normandy is just as pretty. The countryside is dotted with lush meadows, rolling orchards and quaint villages, with plenty of bucolic pubs and restaurants serving up freshly caught seafood alongside dishes crafted with locally produced apples and Camembert.

Gems like the island monastery of Mont-St-Michel and Rouen’s colourful medieval old town complete the package.

Accessible attractions

Battlefield tours are one of the main draws for veterans and history buffs coming to Normandy. As well as visiting the five D-Day beaches – Utah, Omaha, Gold, Juno and Sword – they also stop off at several museums and resting places, such as the Caen Memorial museum, which is wheelchair accessible. To arrange a disabled-friendly tour that suits your requirements, please call us on 0161 260 2218.

Other accessible attractions in Normandy include the Bayeux Museum, home of the famous 11th-century tapestry telling the epic tale of the Norman invasion of England. The museum has a wheelchair entrance and a lift to the upper floors. Bayeux’s impressive Norman-Romanesque cathedral is also wheelchair accessible.

Getting there

By ferry and car: Ferries sail from Portsmouth to Le Havre, Cherbourg, and Ouistreham, just north of Caen. Sailing to Caen takes six hours, Le Havre four and Cherbourg three. Poole to Cherbourg and Newhaven to Dieppe ferry services take four hours. Dover to Calais takes 90 minutes, and Dover to Dunkirk takes two hours. You can also take the Eurotunnel from Folkestone to Calais and drive to Normandy.

By train: The Eurostar from London to Paris Gard du Nord takes 2 hours 15 minutes to 2 hours 30 minutes The TGV service from Paris to Rouen calls at Vernon (for Giverny) and continues to Dieppe and Le Havre. Journey time from Paris to Dieppe is 2 hours 25 minutes. Trains between Cherbourg and Paris call at Bayeux and Caen.

By air: The two main airports for Normandy are Caen-Carpiquet and Deauvlle-Normandie. Not every UK airport has a direct service, however, so please check availability and flight times with us.

Types of accessible accommodation: Gîtes, cottages, apartments and hotels.

What’s available with our disabled holidays in Normandy?

  • Accessible accommodation – guaranteed
  • Flights
  • Adapted transfers
  • Mobility equipment hire – wheelchairs, hoists, shower chairs and electric beds
  • Attractions and days out
  • Financial protection
  • Our award-winning service
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Found 11 exact matches
  • Gite Fournil in Calvados

    Accessible Gite

    Calvados
    • Self Catering
    • Sleeps 11
    • Countryside, Pet Friendly
    • 4 bedrooms
    • Gites

    This home-from-home gite has two twin bedrooms on the ground floor. These have been designed to be accessible to guests in wheelchairs.

    Wheel in shower Wheelchair access Grab rails Shower chair Ground floor facilities Pet Friendly
  • Gite Martin in Calvados

    Countryside Gite

    Calvados
    • Self Catering
    • Sleeps 14
    • Countryside, Pet Friendly
    • 4 bedrooms
    • Gites

    The gite is the oldest building on the site and dates from before the French revolution.

    Wheel in shower Wheelchair access Grab rails Shower chair Ground floor facilities Pet Friendly
  • Gite Larose in Calvados

    Countryside Gite

    Calvados
    • Self Catering
    • Sleeps 6
    • Countryside, Pet Friendly
    • 2 bedrooms
    • Gites

    Ideal for small families and young children and is fully wheelchair accessible.

    Wheel in shower Wheelchair access Grab rails Shower chair Ground floor facilities Pet Friendly
  • IBIS CHERBOURG in La Glacerie

    Accessible hotel

    La Glacerie
    • Bed and Breakfast, Room only
    • Hotels
    • 3 Stars

    This 2 star hotel is located close to Fort du Roule.

    Wheel in shower Wheelchair access Grab rails Shower chair
  • Séjours et Affaires Caen Le Clos Beaumois in Normandy

    Accessible Hotel

    Normandy
    • Room only
    • Hotels
    • 2 Stars

    Built in 2009, the aparthotel is happy to welcome guests in practical and comfortable apartments. Guests will appreciate the facilities and services available free of charge such as wireless Internet access and weekly housekeeping.

    Wheelchair access
  • Chateau Les Bruyeres in Cambremer

    Accessible Hotel

    Cambremer
    • Room only
    • Hotels

    This Imperial style castle together with the adjacent manor house from the 18th century hosts paintings and works of art belonging to the Harfaux family, owners of the establishment.

    Wheelchair access
  • Manoir de La Roche Torin in Courtils

    Accessible Hotel

    Courtils
    • Room only
    • Hotels
    • 3 Stars

    Property Location Located in Courtils, Manoir de la Roche Torin is within the vicinity of Abbaye du Mont-Saint-Michel and St. Gervais Basilica.Rooms Stay in one of 15 guestrooms featuring LCD televisions. Windows open to garden and courtyard views.

    Wheelchair access
  • Manoir de la Poterie & Spa in Cricqueboeuf

    Accessible Hotel

    Cricqueboeuf
    • Room only
    • Hotels
    • 3 Stars

    Property Location With a stay at Manoir de la Poterie & Spa in Cricqueboeuf (Seine Estuary), you'll be close to Golf of Deauville Saint-Gatien. This 4-star hotel is within the vicinity of Sainte Catherine Church and Deauville Poney Club.

    Wheelchair access
  • Residence Gold Beach in Normandy

    Accessible Hotel

    Normandy
    • Room only
    • Hotels
    • 3 Stars

    Property Location With a stay at Residence Gold Beach in Asnelles (Seine Bay), you'll be close to Gold Beach. This aparthotel is within the region of Cathedrale Notre-Dame Bayeux and Musee de la Bataille Normande.

    Wheelchair access
  • La Closerie - Cote Port - Apartment in Cabourg

    Accessible Hotel

    Cabourg
    • Room only
    • Hotels

    Property Location Located in Cabourg (Seine Bay), La Closerie Cabourg Côté Casino - Residence is minutes from Casino Gardens and Cabourg Beach. This casino residence is within close proximity of Houlgate Beach and Houlgate Golf Course.

    Wheelchair access
  • Le Relais des Iles in Normandy

    Accessible Hotel

    Normandy
    • Room only
    • Hotels
    • 2 Stars

    Property Location When you stay at Relais des îles in Coudeville-sur-Mer, you'll be on the beach and within the vicinity of Notre-Dame du Cap Lihou Church and Granville Lighthouse.

    Wheelchair access