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1.Hotel alternative in Normandy
Submitted by:bk912874
December 12, 2008
During our month-long trip to france we used small family-run inns wherever possible known as "chambres hotes". We found them less expensive more comfortable (in most cases) and more characterful than the lower-end motels and hotels. One of the best we found was near Alençon run by a Brit couple who have lived there for many years. Fabulous old stone-built farmhouse over 200 years old next to a small fishing lake. We spent three great days there relaxing after Paris be... More
During our month-long trip to france we used small family-run inns wherever possible known as "chambres hotes". We found them less expensive more comfortable (in most cases) and more characterful than the lower-end motels and hotels. One of the best we found was near Alençon run by a Brit couple who have lived there for many years. Fabulous old stone-built farmhouse over 200 years old next to a small fishing lake. We spent three great days there relaxing after Paris before setting off for the coast and the Normandy beaches. Some really interesting sites to visit like Roman remains and castles as well as some wonderful old chateaus. We also went for walks and had an afternoon horseriding in the forest. The website is http://www.normandie-chambres.co.uk

Alencon itself was a cute little town with some really old houses in the centre half timbered and a nice pedestrian precinct. I can recommend the restaurant Chez Fano also the Escargot Doray and the San Remo.

The lace museum is really interesting (we'd heard of Alencon lace before) and the Chateau de Carrouge is well worth a visit nearby.
Date of Trip to Alencon,France: September2008
Purpose of your trip: Personal
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