Our top five sights

Promenade des Planches

The wooden slat Promenade des Planches was opened in 1926, parallel to the near 2km-long promenade and keeping the sand out of the shoes of countless visitors.
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Art galleries

Fittingly for a place whose remarkable light has attracted thousands of artists – great and aspiring alike – Deauville has an abundance of galleries while Monet’s famous gardens at Giverny are just down the road.

Normandy cliffs

Lower Normandy’s sea and wind-carved chalk cliffs rival those of Dover for grandeur.
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Harfleur 

Lower Normandy’s sea and wind-carved chalk cliffs rival those of Dover for grandeur.
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Paris

Opened in the 1860s, the railway puts Paris within easy reach for a day out in the fabled ‘City of Light’.
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Our top five activities

Races & horse-riding

Twinning with Lexington, Kentucky, and County Kildare, in Ireland, reflects that this is horse country. Major racing events at the famed Hippodrome include the Prix Rothschild and there’s good cross-country riding as well as horse shows and numerous other equestrian events.
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Day trips

It’s a short drive to the imposing bulk of Mont St Michel, rising above its sweeping bay. Also within easy driving distance are the beaches, battlefields and sobering cemeteries of the 1944 D-Day landings, as well as the historic cities of Caen and Rouen and Bayeux, with its ancient tapestry.
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Cycling

With its gently rolling country and peaceful byways, this part of Normandy is ideal for cyclists at all ability levels. Bike hire is readily available and there’s an expanding network of safe way-marked trails.
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Calvados tasting

This is the homeland of Calvados – the world’s finest apple brandy. Delegate someone else to do the driving, head for the orchards and savour distillery visits and samplings.

Casinos

Gaming acquires a sophisticated ambience here. Dress to the nines and head to the glamorous Grand Casino.
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Our top five events

August: Deauville Horse Show

Visit the Ventes de Deauville horse show, 17th August - 22nd August. Home to the Deauville-La Touques Racecourse, the countryside around Deauville is the main horse breeding region in France and home to numerous stud farms. Deauville is internationally known for its horse culture, its famous tracks, Yearling sales and its multiple group one annual races.  The important Ventes de Deauville yearling auction is held in mid-August each year at Deauville. Today Deauville also hosts competitions other than simply racing. These competitions include: Polo tournaments, horseshows, and the European championship of miniature horses. 

October: Concours Photo Swatch de la 25e Heure

The clocks go back, providing an extra hour for competing photographers in this prestigious annual event.
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October-June: Cultural Season

‘Discover Deauville’ showcase with a programme of more than 50 dance, theatre, singing, jazz and literary events at venues across town.
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October-December: Planche(s) Contact

Elegant Deauville has attracted top fashion and style photographers ever since the Roaring 1920s. See the best contemporary works during this annual, city-wide photography festival.
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November: Salon Vins et Terroirs

Ardent foodies mingle with passionate wine and food producers for a lively gastronomic weekend at the racecourse.
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Unusually for France, Deauville’s vast white sands are free to all, so hire one of the coloured deckchairs and famous parasols, folded in a way unique to the town, and enjoy the sun. Early risers can watch racehorses pounding the beach at sunrise.

Shopping

Deauville is where Coco Chanel opened her second store, and for dedicated fashionistas this is truly a place to shop till you drop. You’ll find all the great designer labels in attendance as well as chic little boutiques selling high-quality, locally produced handicrafts. Normandy is not a wine region but the prices are good, or you could opt for local ciders and specialities like pommeau, a deliciously smooth blend of cider and Calvados. Like all self-respecting French towns, Deauville has a lively street market, sited on bustling Place Morny.

Food & Drink

The olive oil based cuisine of Mediterranean France gives way to cream and butter in Normandy, a region renowned for its flavoursome cheeses. Apples are used in both savoury and sweet dishes while there’s an abundance of fresh fish and seafood straight off the boats. A location opposite the lively fish market in next-door’s Trouville – a pedestrian ferry ride away ¬– gives a clue to the menu at popular Chez Marinette (154-156 boulevard Fernand-Moureaux, 02 3188 0321) while at the top end of the culinary scale is L’Etrier (Boulevard Cornuché, 02 3198 6633), presided over by master chef Eric Provost, a protégée of Joel Robluchon and Alain Ducasse. 

Nightlife

The Barrière group operates casinos throughout France. Deauville’s Grand Casino (Rue Edmond Blanc) is the daddy – a majestic building set in the low hills behind town. The younger set is well catered for too. The dance music comes loud and hot at Le Seven (13 rue Albert Fracasse, 02 3188 4050) and Y Club (14 bis rue Désiré le Hoc, 02 3188 3091). Popular bars include Brok Café (14 rue Géneral De Gaulle, 02 3181 3081) and Hurricane (22 rue du Maréchal Foch, 02 3188 2996) in neighbouring Villers sur Mer.

Accommodation in Deauville

Elegance is a byword in Deauville. Hotels large and small – from the massive and palatial Hôtel Royal Barrière (Boulevard Cornuché, 02 3198 6633) to the charming little boutique Villa Joséphine (23 rue des Villas, 02 3114 1800), with just nine bedrooms – make stylishness their priority. The Hôtel du Golf Barrière (Le Mont Canisy, 02 3114 2400) overlooks its own 18 and 9-hole championship layouts, while the USP of the Hôtel Normandy (36 rue Jean Mermoz, 02 3198 6622) is its traditional Anglo-Norman styling, which is matched to impeccable service.

Our favourites

Hôtel du Golf Barrière - Le Mont Canisy, 14803 Deauville - Saint-Arnoult France Tel: +33 (0)2 31 14 24 00, Website: www.hoteldugolf-barriere.com Located on the hills of Deauville surrounded by rich green countryside, the Hôtel du Golf Barrière is a genuine invitation to relax. In this majestic country mansion which resembles an ocean-liner, everything is focused on wellbeing: whether here for revitalising or to enjoy the golf courses, the settings never fail to delight.

Normandy Barrière Deauville - 38 Rue Jean Mermoz,14800 Deauville, France Tel:+ 33 (0)2 31 98 66 22, Email: deauville@lucienbarriere.com, Website: www.normandy-barriere.com In the busy town centre, the Hôtel Normandy is the showcase of the Floral Coast’s charms. This tribute to Anglo-Norman architecture offers the warmest and most welcoming atmosphere. The privileged location and cosy ambience make this an ideal place to escape with your loved one or to spend time with the family.

Hôtel Le Central - 5/7 rue des Bains, 14360 Trouville-sur-Mer, France Tel: +33(0)2 31 88 80 84, Website: www.le-central-trouville.com In the heart of Trouville and overlooking the fish market of Trouville, 5 min walk from the beach and casino, 23  comfortable rooms,  entirely refurbished with a personal touch..

Flights from London City LCY to Deauville DOL with CityJet

Taxis are readily available at the airport, and there is also a frequent bus service into town, with a journey time of around 15 minutes. A premium ‘meet and greet’ chauffeur service is available through Magellan Global (01752 600 900). 
With a small, compact centre, Deauville is eminently walkable. Should you opt for a hire car, it’s best to park up on the outskirts as the town centre gets very congested.

Deauville Airport Information

Aéroport de Deauville Normandie (DOL) Website www.deauville.aeroport.fr Tourism Office Website www.deauville.org/fr General information Tel.: +33 (0)2 31 65 65 65 Fax : +33 (0)2 31 65 46 46 Distance Situated about 8km from Deauville, 48km from Caen, 32km from Le Havre and 80km from Rouen, Deauville Saint-Gatien Airport is strategically located in the heart of Normandy. Check-in Check-in generally closes 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time. Search For Flights

Car parking The car park has 600 spaces, so there is no need to book your space in advance. Taxis A taxi from the Airport to Deauville costs around €20 and takes around 15 minutes. Public Transport The airport is well served by a local bus service between Deauville and the Airport. Additionally a privately operated shuttle service operates between the Airport and the principal towns of Normandy. For more information contact the airport authority or the tourism office. Magellan Global offer premium quality transport to and from the airport with a free 'meet and greet' service included in the price. You can book anything from a standard saloon to an S class Mercedes. Find out more »