26 Reasons to Visit Eco-Gites of Lénault in 2026 (part 2)

Here is the second half of 26 reasons to visit Eco-Gîtes of Lénault in 2026. The gite makes a great base however you want to spend your holiday: explore Normandy, take in events or simply spend quality time here with friends and families. 



26 Reasons to Visit Eco-Gites of Lénault in 2026 (part 2)

Click here for numbers 1-13 in Part 1.


14. Take in a music festival or concert

From free nationwide concerts on 21st June for Fête de la Musique to ticketed concerts all year round, there’s always some music to enjoy.

Fete de la Musique - June 21st every year in Normandy


15. Get your adrenaline pumping

Clifftop walks, treetop trails, zip wires, paragliding, Normandy offers plenty of ways to get the heart racing.

Via Ferrata cliffside walk in Clécy


16. Visit UNESCO World Heritage sites

Mont-Saint-Michel, the city of Le Havre, Granville Carnival and Alençon (city of lace-making) are all officially world-class.

Giant sculpture in the UNESCO World Heritage city of Le Havre


17. Equidays Horse Festival in October

A five-day equestrian extravaganza during the October half-term, perfect for horse lovers.

Equidays - the horse festival in Calvados, Oct 2026


18. Discover glorious parks and gardens

From Monet’s Garden at Giverny to the rose garden in Caen, garden lovers are truly spoilt here.

The Water Garden at the Château de Vendeuvre, Normandy


19. Mess about on the water

Kayak down the Orne, take a pedalo out on a lake or try sailing or kitesurfing at the coast. Just don’t forget your towel, you'll need it.

Kayaking on the River Orne in Normandy


20. Explore new cities, towns and villages

Tiny villages with outsized characters, market towns full of life and vibrant cities, each with its own story.

The Medieval city of Domfront in Orne, Normandy


21. Visit the Extraverties Green Festival in May

Just down the road from us, this fun festival celebrates all things green, sustainable and outdoorsy.

Extraverties Green and Nature Festival, Pont d'Ouilly, Normandy


22. Be wowed by light shows on historic buildings

Rouen in summer and Bayeux at Christmas offer magical illuminated displays that bring history to life. Other buildings are lit up in the Pierres en Lumières weekend at the endo f May. 

Light show on the front of Rouen Cathedral, Normandy


23. Celebrate Christmas in Normandy

Pretty lit-up villages, festive markets, ice rinks and mulled wine. Joyeux Noël!

Beauchene, Orne as part of The Illuminated Villages


24. Enjoy sporty fun right here at the gite

Pickleball, table tennis, boules, trampoline, swings and slides. You can stay active without having to go anywhere.

Petanque


25. Go screen-free

Eco-Gîtes of Lénault is the perfect place to put your phone down. Read that book, share long meals together and enjoy games evenings by the wood burner.

Lunch in the garden at Eco-Gites of Lénault, Normandy


26. Simply slow down and breathe

Space, nature, comfort and calm: sometimes the best reason to visit Normandy is to do a little less and enjoy a lot more.

Quality relaxing time at Eco-Gites of Lénault, Normandy

You can find 13 more reasons to visit us here, in part 1

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