in France is considered one of the most expensive and prestigious resorts. This is one of the few famous and most visited places in the country that does not have an ancient history. Deauville on the map of France appeared in 1859. Duke Charles de Morny became its founder.
Being a distant relative of Napoleon Bonaparte, this wealthy gentleman had enough funds to implement such an ambitious project. Charles de Morny's wife suggested the idea of building a new resort. She was born Princess Trubetskaya and knew a lot about the refined entertainments of the nobles.
The city of Deauville was conceived as a resort for the French metropolitan nobility. The Parisian Riviera has become a favorite vacation spot for wealthy people. Here are the best beaches in Normandy. Summer Weather in Deauville for 14 days and more generally consistently comfortable for people of all ages.
The English Channel creates a favorable microclimate, so today people come here not only to relax, but also to be treated. 2 large thalassotherapy centers are multidisciplinary health facilities. And a large selection of hotels and hotels, as well as a rich infrastructure of the city, put it on a par with the most popular resorts not only in Europe, but also in the world.
Location of Deauville
The prestigious resort was built on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean in the historic province of Normandy. Administratively, it belongs to the department of Calvados, the canton of Honfleur-Dauville. The settlement is located in a place where the Touk River flows into the English Channel. The strait separates France from Great Britain.
A bridge has been laid across the Touk River, on the other side of which there is the equally famous resort of Trouville. However, the cost of living in local hotels is much lower than in the institutions of the neighboring city. Deauville and Trouville very similar. But only the first of them is a resting place for the rich and world bohemia.
Since Deauville was originally created for Parisian nobles to rest here, the place for its construction was not chosen by chance. The city is located just 200 km from the capital of France. Distance from Paris to Deauville small, and it can be overcome in many ways.
The easiest way is to rent a car. However, there is a risk of getting into the famous traffic jams that the capital of France and its environs are known for. So it's better to get there from Paris to Deauville by train . These cities are connected by a high-speed railway, so it won’t take long to get there. Trains depart from St. Lazare station three times a day.
There is another way How to get from Paris to Deauville. Regular bus services are not very expensive, so they are available to everyone. A distance of about 200 km is covered in an average of 2 hours, regardless of the type of transport.
There is no direct air communication with Russia at the resort. Compatriots, as a rule, fly to Paris. Domestic French flights are served by a small airport Deauville-St. Gatien Airport. It is located 8 km from the city center.
The closest to the resort and the largest settlement is Paris. Lisieux is 30 km and Le Havre is 41 km. Here, too, there is an airport that receives flights from Montpellier and other cities of the country, as well as from London.
Climate and natural conditions
The famous French resort is located in Normandy. This region is under the influence of the Atlantic Ocean, which has formed here a mild maritime climate. Winters are usually mild and warm. It is characterized by a lot of rain. The summer period is characterized by comfortable temperatures and high humidity.
Everyone who comes to Deauville during the warm season, the weather usually pleases with the absence of heat and precipitation. The best period to visit the resort is from mid-May to early October. The water near the coast is already quite warm and allows you to fully enjoy the beach and the Atlantic Ocean.
Planning a vacation to Normandy in October or November is no longer worth it, Weather in Deauville for a month after the end of the swimming season is quite unstable and can overshadow the trip with prolonged rains.
The terrain in the region is heterogeneous. Pebble and sandy beaches can be abruptly replaced by sheer cliffs or hilly areas. Deauville and its surroundings are called the "Flower Coast". Favorable climatic conditions contributed to the fact that the entire territory of the resort is fragrant with the aromas of magnificent plants. There are many dense forests around the city. There are 4 large nature reserves in the region.
Therefore, tourists strive to capture the amazing resort of Deauville as a keepsake. Photos against the backdrop of the flowering coast of the Atlantic Ocean always turn out great.
Interesting facts and iconic places
The status of a prestigious holiday destination, designed exclusively for the rich, determines the look of the city. The settlement has existed for almost 160 years. During this time, a large number of cult personalities of the 20th century managed to visit it.
Once upon a time, swimming in the ocean on a public beach was considered bad form. Coco Chanel broke this stereotype by having a swim with her friend, which all the local newspapers later wrote about. The famous designer and trendsetter opened her first boutique in Deauville in 1913. Today, not a single tourist can pass by this Attraction resort.
In the 60s of the XX century. local landscapes became natural scenery for the famous film by Claude Lelouch "Man and Woman". This sweet romantic painting has even been honored by the Roman Catholic Church for its chaste depiction of love relationships.
The resort did not experience the serious upheavals that took place over many centuries in Europe. He retained the atmosphere of luxury and carelessness inherent in such places. There are no ancient temples and ruins of medieval castles in the city, but its architecture is of great interest, especially for connoisseurs of history of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Inspection of the city usually begins with the building of the railway station. In 2010, it was included in the list of historical monuments of France. Particularly interesting are the frescoes made by Louis Hopen in 1932. Almost opposite the station is the old port. It is called the Morni Basin. This is an amazingly picturesque place with slender rows of magnificent yachts and a unique view of the ocean.
Not far from the port there is a square, also named after Charles de Morny. The statue of the founder of Deauville stands in the center. On certain days, the square is occupied by market stalls. The casino building is an architectural monument of the 20th century. Its opening in 1912 was marked by the performance of Nezhinsky and the Russian ballet. Today, the Grand Casino hosts the European Series of Poker Cup.
The pride of Deauville are the beaches. Coco Chanel, inspired by the color of their sand, created her famous "Chanel Beige" collection. The city is divided into several lines. The beach is the first one. There is everything for sports and good rest.
The coast is separated from the city by the famous embankment. It is a wide boardwalk. Art Deco style beach cabanas are built along it. They are considered one of the main attractions of the city. This is no coincidence, because in addition to the design that is non-standard for such structures, each cabin keeps autographs of world cinema and fashion stars who have visited Deauville in different years.
Of considerable interest are the villas of the city. Among them there are both ancient and modern houses of famous actors, athletes and politicians. The most famous Strasbourg villa of all was built in 1907 and belonged to Gustave Flaubert.
Strasbourg villa
Villa inside
Another iconic place in the French resort is the hippodrome. This is the venue for prestigious equestrian competitions. Professional polo games are also held here. Rich guests of the resort do not deny themselves the pleasure of betting on horse races and simply demonstrating their high status.
