Would you like to discover all the cultural riches of Normandy's coastline? Book your Best Western accommodation for an immersive experience at the Moulin de Ducey.
AN IMMERSIVE CULTURAL EXPERIENCE AT THE HOTEL DU MOULIN DE DUCEY NEAR AVRANCHES
Discovering Normandy's historic heritage is an opportunity for true cultural immersion. The comfortable 3-star Moulin de Ducey hotel welcomes you in an authentic setting. Ideal for recharging your batteries, the renovated mill opens its doors to a past that has stood the test of time, allowing you to travel through the ages.
THE RENOVATED HOTEL DU MOULIN, A UNIQUE WAY TO DISCOVER BASSE-NORMANDIE
The unusual charm ofhotel near Avranches promises an authentic cultural experience. The stone building blends into the natural landscape, like an extension of the bridge over the Sélune with its majestic arches. The bucolic setting transports you from the moment you arrive, and your mind wanders along the stream that surrounds the hotel's island garden. The interior of the hotel creates a striking contrast: the comfort of the modern furnishings blends perfectly with the décor of exposed stone from another age. Among the activities organised by the hotel, you can take part in a riddle trail through the narrow streets of the village to go back in time and look at history from a different angle.
THE HOTEL NEAR AVRANCHES, A STARTING POINT FOR VISITING HISTORIC MONUMENTS
The view of the river and surrounding bocage from the hotel room makes you want to explore the entire coastal region. Near the Moulin de Ducey, the Château d'Avranches bears witness to a past steeped in history. It is open to visitors all year round. The fort, built in the Middle Ages to keep watch over Mont-Saint-Michel, is a great way to get a bird's eye view of the listed monument and its overall architecture before heading out to the site. The panoramic view over the bay and the breeze from the coast will delight all sensibilities. The château also offers direct access to the scriptorial, where you can delve deeper into the historical theme.
THE 3-STAR HOTEL, A TIME-LOCK FOR A JOURNEY THROUGH HISTORY
The Musée d'Avranches is exhibiting the manuscripts produced by the copyist monks of the Abbey of Mont-Saint-Michel. Visitors move from today's flat-screen TVs, such as the one in the hotel room, to the leather mounts of the period. The beauty of the illuminations rivals that of the Bayeux tapestry. The various exhibitions on show at Scriptorial help visitors to understand the evolution of writing over the centuries. They are designed to appeal to young and old alike. The museum is a great place to visit with the whole family, before heading back to your bedroom with its king-size bed and twin beds for children.
