Top Normandy Classes & Workshops

Short on time in Bayeux but keen to see Normandy’s World War II US D-Day sites? Visit some key 1944 American locations on a half-day tour from Bayeux. Travel by air-conditioned minivan to Omaha Beach and Pointe du Hoc, where US troops landed. Your guide shares details and stories of the landings. Finish at the American Cemetery to pay homage to those who lost their lives.

In our workshop, we blend old-fashioned craftsmanship with modern personalization. You'll dive into brush-making with expert guidance. Create your own custom keyboard brush, picking every detail to match your style. Learn how to care for your brush so it lasts. This experience is more than just making a brush—it's a fun journey into Normandy's craft heritage.

Experience traditional fireplace sweeper manufacturing with Marie-Laure and Arnaud at our Rainfreville workshop. Dive into the art of fireplace brush making in an engaging session designed for up to 2 participants. Discover the craft and take part in this unique, hands-on activity.

Enhance your experience of Normandy and its intriguing historical heritage on a half-day tour of Pointe du Hoc and Omaha Beach from Bayeux. Delve into the turbulent past of the region with a knowledgeable guide and visit renowned D-Day battlefield sites situated on Normandy’s picturesque coastline. Pay tribute to fallen soldiers at the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial and browse the exhibitions in the informative visitor center.

What makes your experience unique and interesting: A Personal Connection: Mirai’s warmth and dedication to sharing her craft creates a unique, supportive and inspiring environment. Authenticity: You learn traditional techniques passed down by Mirai’s own Chinese master and rooted in centuries-old art forms. Tailored Teaching: Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced artist, Mirai adapts her guidance to suit your individual needs. Guest reviews speak of a journey beyond Art, unique and exciting: “I recommend this workshop to everyone because it's rare to have an experience of this quality. The performance is very interesting, fun, and a true moment of serenity. Miraï is a passionate artist who shares her passion with great teaching skills. A true discovery. Thank you Miraï, I want to come back”! "No more stress! Painting with Mirai was like a retreat for the soul." "A perfect balance of fun, art, and zen." "LEARN. RELAX. CREATE. DISCOVER."

Margot Pinto, pastry chef specializing in Cake Design and Wedding Cake, offers individual or group pastry lessons, for adults and children, whether you are beginners or experienced. You will learn the recipe step by step, with the advice of a confirmed pastry chef. Visual and taste will be there!

Unleash your creativity at La Balaiterie’s Straw Fly Swatter Workshop! Ideal for families, this DIY experience dives into traditional broom and brush making. Your adventure begins with a tour of our quaint workshop, observing how we meticulously create brooms and brushes. Learn the secrets behind our bespoke fly swatters and personalize your creation with a selection of colorful straws and strings. Our workshop is simple and accessible for all ages and skill levels. Craft a beautiful, functional piece that adds charm to daily life while blending learning with fun. By participating, you support a business dedicated to preserving small family workshops. Founded in spring 2020 by a passionate couple, La Balaiterie upholds the tradition of handmade sorghum straw brooms in France. Join us to create and take home your unique piece of artistry.

Chart the story of the World War II D-Day landings by American forces on this day trip from Bayeux. Learn about the objectives and achievements of the US assaults on June 6, 1944 as you visit the key beaches of Utah and Omaha, and German battery at Pointe du Hoc. Plus, visit the Airborne Museum at Sainte-Mère-Église and the US cemetery overlooking Omaha. Air-conditioned minivan transport, entrance fees, and central Bayeux pickup and drop-off included.

Discover a workshop for artisanal smoking of fish and the "TRUE" taste of smoked salmon in Bayeux: Le Saumonier Bayeux. Salting with dry salt, smoking with string, slicing by hand... You will learn all the secrets of a homemade smoking workshop. Jean-Marc will offer you a demonstration of slicing and a tasting. Guided tour every Thursday at 5 pm in July and August. Direct sale on site.

Discover the sacrifices made by Canadian forces during 1944’s D-Day landings and Battle of Normandy on this 8-hour tour from Bayeux. Visit Juno Beach where Canadian troops landed on June 6, and chart the stories of soldiers at the Juno Beach Centre. See the now-excavated German beach bunkers, track the advance to Abbey d'Ardenne and Carpiquet, and visit the Canadian Cemetery and Hill 67. Bayeux hotel, train station, and central pickup and drop-off included.

Witness a profound side of French and American history with a visit to Omaha Beach from Bayeux. On this 3-hour small-group tour, you’ll stroll the Normandy beaches, explore critical wartime sites like Pointe du Hoc and the Normandy American Cemetery, and learn fascinating facts and histories about WWII from your guide. In the company of a small group, you’ll have the chance to personalize the journey, stopping to take souvenir photos and ask questions.

Visit some of World War II’s most important battle sites—and leave all the planning and navigation to someone else—on this full-day tour of the Normandy landing beaches from Bayeux. Walk the battlefields and beaches where thousands of Allied troops took part in history’s largest seaborne invasion, including key sights such as Utah Beach, Omaha Beach and Pointe du Hoc. Then, pay your respects at the Normandy American Cemetery.

When your cruise ship sails into the port of La Havre, trace the history of the infamous D-Day landings on a full-day private shore excursion to significant battlefields and landing beaches. With a knowledgeable guide, travel to the German Pointe du Hoc battery and admire the coastal splendor of Omaha Beach, site of a bloody battle in 1944. Pay tribute to fallen soldiers in the Normandy American Cemetery and then see original weapons used to defend Omaha beach from the dramatic cliffs.

Explore some of the most famous battlefields of World War II during this private Normandy tour from Caen. Visit the D-Day beaches, where Allied soldiers invaded northern France on June 6, 1944. See the landing beaches and battlefields of Normandy, pay homage to the fallen at national cemeteries and visit area museums. Your expert guide can personalize this private tour to suit your interests.

Perfect for history buffs and those with personal ties to World War II, this private, full-day tour will transport you to many of the most important wartime sites in Normandy’s American Sector. Depart in the morning from your Bayeux hotel, and travel in a comfortable vehicle. You’ll tour the drop zones of the US Airborne Divisions, will visit Omaha Beach, will discover Pointe du Hoc, will pay tribute to the fallen at the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial, and much more.