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Cherbourg -
Octeville, Normandie.
Cherbourg Market is held in the three
main squares of the town every Thursday.
Cherbourg has its own website,
which is really good,
it is:
http://www.ville-cherbourg.fr/uk/
I do feel that the site does not do the
town justice. As I find time and photos, I will show you what is missing.
Map Of Cherbourg:
Places to Visit in
Cherbourg:
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Cite De La Mer - City Of The Sea, a different kind of place... with fish and
other aquatic species from all over the world
(www.citedelamer.com) |
Chateau Des Ravalet - An excellent Chateau and Garden with a superb old
glasshouse with banana plants and tree ferns. (Chateau is only open when
there is an art display or exhibition) |
Cherbourg Harbour is the largest artificial
harbour in the world - this picture is of
the bassin du commerce |
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The Italian Style Theatre
Right in the centre of town. |
Jardin Emmanuel Lilias
Garden of the former Mayor. |
Jardin Publique (Near The Forte De Roule)
The garden has many animals to see. |
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Getting to Cherbourg:
Brittany ferries offer regular
services to Cherbourg from Poole and Portsmouth.
Day Return £19.95 - Leave Poole at 0730 arrive
Cherbourg at 1045, Leave Cherbourg at 1930 the same day, or at 1130 the
next day.
There are plenty of cheap hotels in town (see links for info) |
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Brittany Ferries Barfleur:
Offers comfort and a laid back French attitude to sailing: Relax the
4½hours away. |
Condor Ferries Condor Vitesse:
Leased By Brittany Ferries for a 2¼hour crossing. Fast & Furious. |
Places to Eat & Drink:
Cafe Du Theatre*
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square, next to the Italian style theatre
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| Some of the best desserts in town: Try
the Chocolate Moose |
| Laid back atmosphere
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| Decor is sexy red
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Cafe De L'Etoile (The Star
Cafe)*
| Probably one of the busiest &
Friendliest Cafes in town! |
| Waiting staff are polite and efficient
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| Indoor and Outdoor seating
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Rex Mundi**
| Excellent Salads
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| Excellent Desserts
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| Great selection of Vegetarian dishes
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| Friendly atmosphere
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| Most items on the menu are under 8€
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Le Zinc*
| Warm atmosphere - where the locals go
to drink |
| Cafe/Bar
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| Near the theatre
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| Some of the best value drinks in town
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L'Americano*
| Excellent Bar with light meals
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| Amstel Beer!!!
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| The owners speak excellent English and
are very friendly |
La Naval*
| A tobacconist with a difference!
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| Cafe/Bar
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| Hot food and Ice Cream
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| Local specialities (Mussels from
Barfleur in the summer) |
Baroual*
| Cafe/Bar/Restaurant
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| Good extensive menu
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| Superb Creme Caramel
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Le Living Room*
| Very Cheap Drinks & Cocktails
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| Cocktails are the speciality
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| Very Friendly
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| Very, Very Busy!
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* English Spoken ** English spoken by
some staff
Links:
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Century 21 Estate Agents |
Cherbourg's Local Bus Company |
Brittany Ferries |
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WEATHER |
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Excellent Hotel in Octeville |
Official Website. |
What is the Weather like?
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