12 days in Eure Itinerary

Giverny is a small French village in Upper Normandy, best known as the rural retreat of the Impressionist painter Claude Monet (1840-1926).

Explore Giverny's surroundings by going to Evreux (L’Atelier de Leo, Cathedrale Notre Dame de Evreux, &more), Musee de la Ferme de Rome (in Les Andelys) and Gisors (Chateau Fort de Gisors & Eglise Saint-Gervais Saint-Protais Gisors). There's much more to do: pause for some serene contemplation at Eglise Sainte-Radegonde de Giverny, step into the grandiose world of Chateau de Bizy, explore the world behind art at Musee des impressionnismes, and get outside with Avion Normandie - L'Eure de l'Ulm.

For maps, other places to visit, where to stay, and tourist information, read Giverny vacation planner.

Vancouver, Canada to Giverny is an approximately 15-hour flight. Traveling from Vancouver to Giverny, you'll lose 9 hours due to the time zone difference. In December, daily temperatures in Giverny can reach 10°C, while at night they dip to 3°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 26th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Le Bec-Hellouin.

Le Bec-Hellouin is a commune in the department of Eure in the Normandy region in northern France.It is best known for Bec Abbey and has recently been voted one of the "most beautiful villages of France". Get out of town with these interesting Le Bec-Hellouin side-trips: Ferme Nature Chez Poly (in Caorches-Saint-Nicolas), Distillerie Busnel (in Cormeilles) and Chateau de Beaumesnil (in Beaumesnil). The adventure continues: admire the landmark architecture of Abbey of Bec-Hellouin, don't miss a visit to Holiday home Bernay Abbatiale Notre Dame de Bernay, examine the collection at Musee de l'Ecorche d'Anatomie, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Eglise Saint-Ouen.

For more things to do, maps, reviews, and tourist information, go to the Le Bec-Hellouin trip itinerary app.

Drive from Giverny to Le Bec-Hellouin in 1.5 hours. December in Le Bec-Hellouin sees daily highs of 7°C and lows of 1°C at night. On the 31st (Thu), you'll have the morning to explore before heading back home.