chatGPT suggests these @EdenGlen Could use for planning.
- Bayeux
Why visit: Home of the famous Bayeux Tapestry, which tells the story of the Norman conquest of England.
Bonus: Beautiful cathedral and charming medieval streets.
- Mont-Saint-Michel
Why visit: One of France’s most iconic landmarks, a tidal island with a stunning abbey.
Tip: Time your visit with the tides for the full experience.
- Villedieu-les-Poêles
Why visit: Known for traditional copper crafts and bell-making.
Vibe: Quaint artisan town in the Normandy countryside.
- Rennes
Why visit: Capital of Brittany, known for its half-timbered houses and vibrant student culture.
Don't miss: Parc du Thabor and the Saturday market at Place des Lices.
- Dinan or Saint-Malo (if detouring a bit west)
Dinan: A perfectly preserved medieval town with ramparts and cobblestone streets.
Saint-Malo: A walled port city with a dramatic seaside setting and pirate history.
- Angers
Why visit: Historic city with a beautiful castle and tapestries, plus Loire Valley wine.
Tip: Check out the Apocalypse Tapestry in the Château d’Angers.
- Saumur
Why visit: Fairytale-like château and vineyards along the Loire River.
Activities: Visit troglodyte wine cellars carved into the tufa cliffs.
- Chinon
Why visit: Charming old town and impressive castle with links to Joan of Arc.
Wine: Great place for tasting Loire reds.
- Poitiers
Why visit: Rich Romanesque architecture and the Futuroscope theme park.
Highlight: Notre-Dame la Grande, especially lit at night.
- Marais Poitevin (Green Venice)
Why visit: A network of canals ideal for peaceful boat rides through marshlands.
Nature lovers: Great stop for a relaxed afternoon in nature.
- Niort
Why visit: Often overlooked, it has a beautiful riverside setting and a medieval keep.
Worth a stop: For a scenic café break or market shopping.