From Cider and Camembert to Architecture: A Taste of Normandy

Indulge your senses on the enchanting Cider and Camembert Route in the heart of Normandy, France.

Normandy's Pays d’Auge is a land of timeless charm, rolling countryside, and artisanal flavor, and this 4-hour tour from the elegant Château La Chenevière invites you to discover its very heart. Designed for lovers of culture, craftsmanship, and culinary indulgence, this journey weaves through storybook villages, apple orchards, and traditional farms, all nestled in one of France’s most bucolic regions.

Your day begins with pick-up from your accommodation in La Chenevière and entering the lush, green patchwork of the Pays d’Auge. Along the way, your guide will share insights into the area’s heritage, from medieval roots to its ongoing love affair with Normandy's most iconic exports: cider, Calvados, and Camembert.

Your first stop is the postcard-perfect village of Beuvron-en-Auge, proudly listed among Les Plus Beaux Villages de France. Stroll through its cobbled streets, flanked by immaculately preserved half-timbered homes, browse antique shops, or sip a quiet espresso in the village square.

Next, delve into Normandy’s apple tradition. You'll have the option to visit one or two select family-run cider farms, where you’ll tour the orchards and presses, learn the nuances between cider and Calvados, and enjoy guided tastings of the region’s liquid gold.

The sensory journey continues with a stop at a Camembert cheese producer, where you’ll witness the meticulous process behind this creamy icon and savor it fresh from the source.

Along the way, you'll travel through the charming countryside villages of Cambremer, Bonnebosq, and Beaufour-Druval, where you can pause for photos or simply breathe in the sweet, rustic air. 

Conclude your tour by returning to La Chenevière, carrying with you memories of a picturesque journey and the delightful flavors of the Pays d’Auge.