- traditional and comfortable hotel overlooking the marina
- one dinner in a Michelin-acclaimed restaurant
- 46 miles from Caen, 174 miles from Calais
Weekend breaks in France conjure up images of lazy lunches, lively markets and a little bit of sophistication – all key aspects of a stay in Honfleur. This picturesque small port – the jewel of the Côte Fleurie – has drawn artists since the 19th century, among them Pissarro, Renoir and Cézanne.
I could have stayed all day in Honfleur's church itself (one of Monet's favourite subjects). It is cathedral-sized but built entirely of wood - carved pillars thick as old oaks, vaulted ceiling, painted statues and tiles: all wood, built by ships' carpenters in the Hundred Years War.
Libby Purves, The Times
No wonder it’s considered to be one of those classic weekend breaks in France – with its impossibly tall, slate-fronted houses lining the Vieux Bassin, its quayside restaurants serving the freshest of fish, and numerous small art galleries, it exudes real charm and makes a delightful base from which to explore Normandy’s coastline and interior.
We have found the perfect formula for our special weekend breaks in Honfleur: you stay in the 3-star Hotel du Cheval Blanc, which is enviably located by the harbour, and on your first night savour a six-course dinner of refined cuisine at Entre Terre et Mer. On your second night, you are free to dine where you please; the wide selection of eateries includes a couple of Michelin-acclaimed restaurants for those extra special weekend breaks.