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Top 3 water & beach things to do in Rouen

Boats, beaches, and the parts of Rouen you only see from the water. Ferry rides, sunset cruises, snorkel runs, and the occasional sailing day for travellers who measure good cities by their coastline.

  1. Small Group Guided Tour of the Secret History of Rouen, Rouen1

    1. Small Group Guided Tour of the Secret History of Rouen

    5.0· 77 reviews

    Guided Tour Rouen (guided tour Rouen). +33688488732 (WhatsApp). I speak English, French and Spanish. My name is Ludovic, I have lived in Rouen for 30 years and I suggest you discover Rouen and some of its secrets. I like to meet people and welcome each guest as if they were a friend. Between a humorous show and a picturesque walk, dressed as a sailor, I take you on my imaginary boat to make you discover Rouen my way: historical anecdotes, unusual streets... Board my boat "La Royale", destination Rouen and its history! I will share my knowledge of Rouen, my gastronomic tips as well as many unusual stories about the city and some of its iconic characters like Joan of Arc and the Vikings. I have lived in Rouen for more than 30 years and my passion for its history and my sense of relationship will make you live a unique experience that will make you appreciate my beautiful city!

  2. Private Tour: D-Day Beaches from Rouen, Rouen2

    2. Private Tour: D-Day Beaches from Rouen

    4.3· 6 reviews· 8 hours

    Visit coastal Normandy and explore Europe’s World War II history on this private 8-hour tour of the D-Day beaches from Rouen. Travel to the D-Day beaches of Normandy with a private guide, and learn of the efforts made by the German and Allied soldiers during battle. Discover key sites of interest including Arromanches, the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial in Colleville-sur-Mer, Longues-sur-Mer, the Pointe du Hoc, and Sainte-Mère-Église, and gain insight into the violent fighting between the opposing forces in WWII. This private 8-hour tour includes round-trip travel from Rouen.

  3. From Le Havre - WWII - American Landing Beaches Discovery Private Tour, Rouen3

    3. From Le Havre - WWII - American Landing Beaches Discovery Private Tour

    3.0· 2 reviews· 8.5 hours

    Uncover the legendary battles, historic secrets, and stories of exceptional courage, as you explore the notorious D-Day landing sites. Walk in the footsteps of allied soldiers, visit original German bunkers, and travel back in time at the Sainte-Mère-Église Museum. Stand on the same cliffs taken by American troops during WW2, and learn how and why Utah Beach became one of the most important locations in the history of Europe. Gaze down from the Pointe-Du-Hoc memorial more than 100m above sea level, and visit the final resting places of soldiers who lost their lives fighting for freedom.

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