Dieppe - Normandy - France

A genuine seaside resort where the seafront has been developed with promenade, grassy lawns and

children's play areas.

Dieppe's streets are busy with shops and restaurants, and the weekly market brings colour and

tradition to the central square.

The town's fishing port reaches right into the town itself, explaining its reputation for seafood, in

particular the marmite dieppoise, a creamy fish stew, and visitors will be spoilt for choice with the

range of cafes and restaurants.

Dieppe was once an important port for the trading of spices and ivory,its chateau- museum

displays a collection of sculpted ivory worked by local craftsmen as far back as the 16th C plus a

collection of Impressionist paintings.

An 18-hole golf course nearby makes Dieppe a good choice for anyone keen to test the quality

of Normandy's golfing venues, and its sporting facilities include tennis courts,water sports plus a

large pleasure marina.

Dieppe is also famous for its international kite festival.

There is a year round ferry service from Newhaven, as well as regular train services from Paris

via Rouen.