Saint-Hilaire-du-Harcouët is a commune in the department of
Manche, Basse-Normandie. It borders the communes of Parigny,
Virey, Les Loges-Marchis, Martigny, Lapenty a
nd Moulines.
This
area is known for its excellent river fishing and the lakes of Vezins and La Roche qui Boit.
It is famous for it's Market every Wednesdays and charming Christmas Nativity scene.
More Info visit:
http://www.st-hilaire.fr/
Mortain
Mortain is a small town and commune in the
Manche département. The parish church of St Evroult is a
magnificent example of the transitional style of the early 13th
century. Close to the town is the Abbaye Blanche, founded as a
Benedictine convent in 1105 and soon afterwards affiliated to
Citeaux. The church is a perfect example of a Cistercian
monastic church of the late 12th century, and portions of the
12th-century cloisters also survive. The ruins of the castle was
once the home of the cruel Sir Guillaume de Mortain and the site
of the Gap of Goeblin. Surrounded by beautiful scenery it is an
ideal area for country walking.
More info visit:
http://mortain.free.fr/mortain.htm
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mortain
Mortain was the scene of fierce fighting during operation Lüttich on the evening of the 6th Aug 1944.
http://home.nc.rr.com/oldhickory/page6.htm
http://www.normandiememoire.com/NM60Anglais/2_histo4/histo4_p08_gb.htm
Mont St. Michel
The coast and Mont St. Michel are just 30 minutes away and the famous Normandy beaches only an hours drive.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mont_Saint_Michel
Bagnoles-de-l'Orne
Famous as a spar town for the rich, it attracts people from all over France to relax in its hydrotherapic baths, which are known for their healing powers for rheumatic, gynaecologic and circulatory problems. With a Casino and excellent scenery this is a must to visit.
More Info Visit:
http://france-for-visitors.com/normandy/bagnoles-de-l-orne.html
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