Honfleur was founded on the banks of the Channel as early as 1027. Today it delights travelers with its marvelous harbor and Old Town. Colorful half-timbered houses and the sails of many ships form its portrait. This image is known to many from Impressionist paintings. Back in the XIX century, the resort beckoned artists. Its image can be seen in the paintings of Renoir, Monet and Cézanne. Nowadays, one of the attractions of Honfleur is the abundance of art galleries.
Honfleur was once an important port in Normandy, but fell into decline during the Napoleonic Wars. However, already at the end of the XIX century, the city began to position itself as a resort. Now the harbor with many ships has become a popular tourist attraction, and the catch of local fishermen regularly enters the kitchens of restaurants in Honfleur.
Onfleur is home to the largest wooden church in France. It is the church of St. Catherine, built in the 15th century during the Hundred Years' War.
There is only one beach in Honfleur, called Du Boutin and is located near the historic center of the city. The beach is well equipped and has the Blue Flag of the European Union. And from Honfleur it is only ten kilometers to the famous resort of Deauville.
Honfleur
The Treasure of the Flowery Shore
If ever your passion for traveling takes you to Normandy, you will not be able to pass by the jewel of this region, the small town of Honfleur. The port city, located at the mouth of the Seine River, is separated from the capital of France by only 220 km. It is one of the most beautiful corners of Europe, which has preserved its uniqueness and French charm. The cradle of French impressionism, a postcard city from the Middle Ages. You will never forget it if you have been there once.
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