Our Partners in Normandy
At Normandy Explorations, we believe that discovering Normandy goes beyond visiting its historic landmarks. It is also about experiencing the region through its local heritage, welcoming places and passionate people.
We are pleased to introduce a selection of local Normandy tourism partners and places that can help you make the most of your stay in Normandy.
Domaine de la Percée
Traditional Normandy Cider, Calvados & D-Day History
Discover the Domaine de la Percée, one of the local places we recommend exploring during your stay in Normandy.
Visit its Google listing to find further information and plan your visit.
Domaine de la Percée
Traditional Normandy Cider, Calvados & D-Day History
Located in the heart of the Bessin, just a short distance from Omaha Beach and Pointe du Hoc, the Domaine de la Percée is much more than a traditional Normandy cider farm. It is a family-run estate where local craftsmanship, apple-growing traditions and the history of the D-Day campaign come together.
The estate produces its own Calvados, traditional cider and fresh apple juice, continuing a family farming tradition that has shaped this part of Normandy for generations.
But the Domaine de la Percée also holds a remarkable and lesser-known chapter of American military history. During the Battle of Normandy, the property was used by the 147th Engineer Combat Battalion, whose men established their headquarters here and built an airstrip in the family’s apple orchard. A memorial on the estate commemorates the American soldiers of the unit who lost their lives during and shortly after D-Day.
As a local guide with a passion for battlefield history, I enjoy bringing this story to life, explaining how the estate became connected to the Allied campaign and revealing details that many visitors would otherwise overlook.
The Domaine de la Percée is one of the stops on my “The GRAL e-bike tour“, and it can also be included in my private guided tours, particularly itineraries exploring Pointe du Hoc and the surrounding American battlefield sector.
It is a unique opportunity to discover both the flavours of Normandy and a fascinating piece of its wartime history.
Normandie Heritage 14
A place to stay and experience the Normandy countryside
Looking for a place to stay while exploring Normandy? Normandie Heritage 14 offers two distinctive accommodation options in the Normandy countryside, providing different ways to enjoy the region during your visit.
Moulin de la Bretonnière
Discover the charm of the Moulin de la Bretonnière, a characterful place to stay in Normandy. It offers a distinctive setting for visitors wishing to explore the D-Day landing beaches and the surrounding countryside.
Learn more about the accommodation and discover the available rooms before planning your stay.
Cottage du Marais
Set in a village within the Cotentin and Bessin Marshes Regional Natural Park, the Cottage du Marais is a traditional thatched cottage combining the character of historic Normandy with modern comfort.
With accommodation for 6 to 10 guests, it is suited to families and groups looking for a peaceful countryside base while exploring the D-Day beaches and the wider Normandy region.
Whether you are discovering the D-Day beaches, exploring the Normandy countryside or planning a longer stay, we hope these recommendations help you enjoy the region.
At Normandy Explorations, we offer private guided tours designed to help you understand Normandy’s history, landscapes and heritage at your own pace.
Explore our tours and discover Normandy with a local guide.
