Start with fresh pastries and coffee at a riverside boulangerie near the port to set you up for a day of walking. Most bakeries open from about 7:00–8:00am but times vary so check locally.
Walk the pebble beach and esplanade, take in the cliffs and maritime atmosphere — a relaxing way to sample Dieppe’s coastal charm. Open 24/7; weather dependent.
Small maritime and local-history museum in a clifftop castle with views over the port; good for the fishing and seafaring history of the area. Typical opening 10:00–18:00 — check season times.
Casual seafood-focused bistro near the harbour serving fresh fish and local dishes; a convenient midday stop before more sightseeing. Lunch service usually 12:00–2:00pm.
Browse the market stalls (fish, cheese, local produce) and explore the working harbour; market days vary so check the local schedule — busiest mornings.
Direct or single-change regional train; journey typically about 1h15–1h30. Book or check timetables in advance — services are regular but may vary by day.
See the gothic Cathédrale Notre-Dame and the Joan of Arc Place where history and architecture meet; cathedral visiting hours usually 8:00–6:00pm but check for services.
After a riverside walk, catch an afternoon TER from Rouen to Le Havre (around 1h10–1h30). Trains run several times daily but check timetables for precise departure.
Iconic Le Havre concrete church by Auguste Perret — interiors are impressive and the tower offers city views if open (tower access limited, check times).
Seafood and local ingredients near the port — reserve in advance for evening service. Confirm opening hours as many restaurants close between lunch and dinner.
One of France’s top modern-art museums, with a fine Impressionist collection and sea-facing galleries; usually open 10:00–6:00pm (check exact times and closures).
Highly recommended museum on 20th-century history and WWII with immersive exhibits; typically open 9:30–6:00pm but check for special hours and late openings.
Visit the D‑Day landing site and the Arromanches 360° cinema and battery remains; the Arromanches 360 is usually open 10:00–18:00 — check seasonal hours.
Regional train from Bayeux to Cherbourg typically takes 1h30–2h depending on service; verify times and any required changes (some services run via Caen).
Major maritime museum with an oceanographic focus and an accessible Cold War submarine exhibit; usual opening 10:00–6:00pm — confirm times and book submarine entry in advance.
If you’re continuing, check ferry timetables (e.g. to the UK) or SNCF connections — stations and ticket offices open variable hours, so confirm schedules.