Le Bec-HellouinSituated between Rouen and Lisieux, in a verdant setting made up of fields criss-crossed by hedges and apple trees, Le Bec-Hellouin is a typical Normandy village with timber-frame houses and flower-decked balconies. Situated between Rouen and Lisieux, in a verdant setting made up of fields criss-crossed by hedges and apple trees, Le Bec-Hellouin is a typical Normandy village with timber-frame houses and flower-decked balconies. It gets its name from the stream that runs alongside it and from the founder of its famous abbey, which along with the Benedictine monastery bears witness to the great religious activity alive in the site. |
Where to stay?Auberge de l'Abbaye - Le Bec HellouinIn the heart of the village near the church, l’Auberge de l’Abbaye is a XVII century half timbered inn typically Normand style with 10 new full comfort bedrooms rated hotel *** including a French traditional restaurant, an inside patio and a banqueting room for up to 100 people. L’Auberge de l’Abbaye is the epitome of a simple, country-French restaurant with rooms. You will enjoy a peaceful pastoral setting far removed from any hustle and bustle. Close to the hotel, you have to visit the ancient abbey with its benedictine monks, you will benefit from a 45 km pedestrian path, a horse club. At 14 km from the hotel, you may also practice golf, and visit two famous castles: le Champs de Bataille and Harcourt. Calm and Serenity in Le Bec-HellouinIn the heart of the village near the church, l’Auberge de l’Abbaye is a XVII century half timbered inn typically Normand style with 10 new full comfort bedrooms rated hotel *** including a French traditional restaurant. L’Auberge de l’Abbaye is the epitome of a simple, country-French restaurant with rooms. You will enjoy a peaceful pastoral setting far removed from any hustle and bustle. Close to the hotel, you will visit the ancient abbey with its benedictine monks. This trip includes one night on a double room sharing basis, breakfast included at the Auberge de l'Abbaye and two entrance tickets for Notre Dame du Bec Abbey. |