Deauville and Trouville

Deauville, located on Normandy's Côte Fleurie, exudes gentility thanks to its Belle Epoque villas, elegant facilities, and premium atmosphere. The beaches of Deauville evoke the elegance of a fashionable 19th-century coastal resort.

Sunbathers lay under colorful umbrellas and use striped beach tents on the two-kilometer sandy shoreline of the Plage de Deauville. This iconic beach contains a historic boardwalk that dates back to 1923, Art Deco changing rooms, an Olympic-size saltwater swimming pool, and a tennis club. During the peak season, lifeguards are on duty.

Deauville is known as a polished seaside resort with high-end boutique shopping and a calendar of cultural events that includes music concerts, theatrical shows, film festivals, equestrian activities, and regattas.

Trouville, across the Touques river, is a more low-key family-friendly beach resort. The shops sell more T-shirts than diamond jewelry, and the beach is a bustling sight with children playing in the sand and families relaxing in the sun.

Trouville exudes a laid-back vibe that can be felt everywhere, from the beach to the local fish market. The Marché aux Poissons is held in the heart of town and is surrounded by renowned seafood eateries. Instead of yachts, fishing boats line the harbour, highlighting Trouville's down-to-earth.

Location: Normandy