The Alabaster Coast
Discover the invitation booklets to explore Normandy, offered by the Château de Tilly.
These suggested itineraries are fully customizable to suit your needs. Please feel free to contact our teams for more information.
The Seino-Marines coastline is very different from that of Calvados.
Cliffs, rugged landscapes, pebble beaches—this is another side of Normandy that you can discover, just an hour from Château de Tilly.
This day trip takes you to iconic locations along the Seino-Normande coast, where you can discover the local cuisine.
of the history and biodiversity of the Alabaster Coast.
On the agenda:
8 a.m.: Choice of hike along the cliffs or visit to a unique garden in Étretat
1:00 p.m.: Lunch of your choice
2:30 p.m.: Discover the Benedictine Palace
8 a.m.: Departure for Étretat, 1 hour
We offer two activities to start your day.
For sports enthusiasts, a 3.5-hour hike that takes you through breathtaking locations, between the ocean and dry valleys, between grandiose and intimate landscapes. "This superb route, also accessible from Étretat, runs partly through the Antifer valley nature reserve (ENS). Owned by the Conservatoire du Littoral, this environment is promoted by the Défi-Caux association, which offers horse-drawn carriage rides to discover this exceptional site."
For enthusiasts (and the curious!), a garden unique in France
"Les Jardins d'Étretat, located high up on the cliffs, is well worth a visit. "The Gardens are part of a topiary landscape where the scenery, contemporary art, and architecture come together in a poetic dialogue.
The project is the winner of the European Garden Award in the category
"Best enhancement of a historic garden," awarded two stars in the MICHELIN Green Guide, part of the "Great Gardens of the World" network, and holder of the "Remarkable Garden" label.
The Needle of Étretat
"The Gardens of Étretat"
2 p.m.: Some suggestions for lunch
Being on the coast is a real opportunity to discover local seafood dishes. Fresh produce, the catch of the day, breathtaking views, or more home-style cooking—here is a small selection of the possibilities available to you near Étretat & Fécamp.
For all the restaurants mentioned, you will need to book in advance. Remember to call ahead and check opening hours, which may vary depending on the season.
- Étretat: “L’huitrière” offers high-quality dishes with a beautiful view of the majestic Aiguille d’Étretat.
- Étretat: “La Flotille" is a well-known restaurant in the town, offering regional dishes made mostly with local produce. It's a great place to visit if you want to sample Normandy's cuisine.
- Fécamp: For more home-style cooking, seafood: “Chez Nounoute." A restaurant with a family atmosphere that offers dishes made almost exclusively from high-quality seafood. A good time is guaranteed!
View from "L'huitrière"
"The Fleet"
"At Nounoute's"
2:30 p.m.: Fécamp, the Bénédictine Palace
For the afternoon, we suggest exploring Fécamp. This coastal town has a beautiful harbor and a large beach where you can take a stroll. However, we invite you to discover one of the most beautiful historical monuments on the coast, an iconic landmark of the town: the Palais Bénédictine. A majestic building with neo-Gothic and neo-Renaissance influences, the Palais Bénédictine is a true architectural work of art. Built at the end of the 19th century, it houses the distillery where the famous Bénédictine liqueur is produced, made from 27 plants and spices.
Discover the fascinating history of Bénédictine liqueur by exploring its newly renovated spaces and visiting the distillery.
The Benedictine Palace
Fécamp
Back to Château de Tilly
For your return to the Château, allow 40 to 50 minutes by car.
Remember to make a reservation at L'Échiquier de Tilly so you can eat on site and avoid having to drive again. Our teams will be ready to welcome you.
Practical information
Website of the town of Étretat: https://www.lehavre-etretat-tourisme.com/a-voir-a-faire/activites-terre/randonnees-et-nature/
Complete itinerary of the hike mentioned in GPX format:
Étretat Garden:
Avenue Damilaville, 76790 Étretat, +33 (0)2 35 27 05 76
Palace of Benedictine:
110 Rue Alexandre le Grand, 76400 Fécamp, +33 (0)2 35 10 26 10
https://www.benedictinedom.com/fr/fr/flamboyant-palais/
At Nounoute's:
3 Place Nicolas Selle, 76400 Fécamp, +33 (0)2 35 29 38 08
https://www.fecamptourisme.com/offres/chez-nounoute-fecamp-fr-3758576/
The Fleet:
22 Rue Alphonse Karr, 76790 Étretat, +33 (0)2 35 27 07 78
https://restaurant-laflottille.fr/
The oyster farmer:
11 Rue Traz Périer, 76790 Étretat, +33 (0)2 27 30 50 45
Access:
Where is Château de Tilly located?
Adresse: 43 allée de Tilly, 27520, Boissey-Le-Châtel, FRANCE
We are: Next to Bec-Hellouin and its abbey (10 min or 10 km), close to Bourgtheroulde and Bourg-Achard, and 18 min from Neubourg and the Château du Champ de Bataille (18 km), close to Rouen (35 km), on the road to Deauville (1 hour or 60 km) and the D-Day beaches or Giverny (80 km) and only 1 hour 20 minutes from Paris and 2 hours 30 minutes from Mont-Saint-Michel.
How to get to Château de Tilly
- By car: At the junction of the A13 and A28 motorways, you'll find us.
- By train: The nearest station is Bourgtheroulde Thuit-Hébert station TER line 852082 from Rouen Rive Droite station. Then take a taxi (10 min). We recommend booking in advance or taking a taxi from Rouen Station (35 min).
- Airport: 45 min from Rouen airport or 1h45 from Roissy-Charles de Gaulle.