Étretat (French pronunciation:) is a commune in the Seine-Maritime department in the Normandy region of Northwestern France. It is a tourist and farming town situated about 32 km (20 mi) northeast of Le Havre , at the junction of the D 940, D 11 and D 139 roads.

Jul 17, 2023 · With its famous cliffs and unique rock formations, the breathtaking Etretat has long inspired artists, and is well worth a visit at any time of year.

Jan 19, 2024 · Yes, Étretat is well worth a visit. Admittedly, it suffers from hypertourism, but it remains an exceptional place, between the charm of the village and the natural beauty of the chalk cliffs. If you can visit outside weekends and summer vacations, you’ll be able to fully discover all it has to offer. It’s one of our favorite places in Normandy.

Feb 6, 2023 · The pretty seaside town of Etretat is also the setting for Maurice Leblanc’s popular French children’s book about Arsène Lupin, the gentleman burglar. Two further reasons to visit Etretat are its fantastic 18-hole golf course on one cliff, and landscape gardens on the other, both of which afford stunning views of the cliffs and town.

Jan 7, 2023 · We will list in more detail in this article with many pictures all the things to do in Etretat, one of the most beautiful villages in Normandy. But let’s start with a brief overview to get you excited, or to satisfy those who don’t want to read everything.

Étretat's stunning cliffs and charming village are explored in this guide. Discover 15 must-do activities in this captivating Normandy coastal town, where natural wonders and French culture blend perfectly.

The small and delightful village of Étretat’s dramatic coastal scenery – it’s framed by twin cliffs – made it a favourite of painters such as Camille Corot, Eugène Boudin, Gustave Courbet and Claude Monet. With the vogue for sea air at the end of the 19th century, fashionable Parisians came and built extravagant villas.

The town of Etretat is situated on the Normandy coast, in the Seine-Maritime department of Normandy and 20 kilometres north of Le Havre. Etretat is renowned for the coastal scenery around the town, in particular its white cliffs that are familiar from many photos of the region.

Oct 8, 2019 · Do as the Parisians of the Belle Époque did and escape to the charming little fishing village of Étretat in Normandy for sun, sea and bonhomie. Discover the best things to see and do, as well as advice on where to eat and sleep.

Jul 17, 2023 · Famous for its dramatic white chalk cliffs and natural arches carved by wind and water, Etretat is one of my favourite villages in Normandy, and I’m delighted to share with you the exact reasons why.