Enjoy a gourmet tour of the Pays d’Auge, tasting cheese, cider and Calvados in Normandy
Fancy a taste of the French countryside? Immerse yourself in the lush green pastures and picturesque villages of Normandy on this captivating private gourmet tour. This private tour takes place in the Pays d’Auge famous for cheese, cider and Calvados in Normandy. Your dedicated driver-guide will tailor the experience to your interests, whether you’re a cheese connoisseur, a cider and Calvados lover or simply looking for an escape into the French countryside.
© Mathilde Boclet – Normandie Tourisme
Dairy visit
Your day begins with a delightful immersion into the world of Normandy cheese. You will visit one of the last two remaining farms in Normandy that still produce Camembert in the traditional way. Witnessing the cheesemaking process firsthand is a fascinating experience. Skilled artisans guide you through each step, from the selection of fresh milk to the transformation into delicious cheese. After the tour, prepare to delight your taste buds with a cheese tasting.
Picnic and cider farm visit
For lunch, enjoy a Normandy picnic with local produce and cider. As the afternoon unfolds, you will head to a charming farm and estate dedicated to the production of hard apple cider and Calvados brandy. Here, you will gain insights into the fascinating process of transforming humble apples into these iconic Normandy beverages. Learn about the different apple varieties used and the meticulous steps involved in pressing, fermentation, and distillation. The highlight of the tour is a tasting session.
© Marie-Anaïs Thierry – Normandie Tourisme
© Coraline et Léo – Normandie Tourisme
Beuvron en Auge village
To end your day, a stop awaits you at Beuvron-en-Auge, a village recognized as one of the most beautiful in France. Characterized by half-timbered houses adorned with colorful flowers, narrow cobbled streets, and a charming central square, this village is a picture-perfect embodiment of Norman charm. Wander through the village with your guide, soaking in the atmosphere and browsing through quaint shops selling local specialties.
This tour offers more than just a taste of Normandy’s culinary delights; it’s a journey into the heart of its traditions, culture, and beautiful landscapes. This trip will have allowed you to taste delicious cheese, cider and Calvados in Normandy.
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FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions
What does the cheese, cider and Calvados tour include?
The day starts at a Camembert farm with a visit and a cheese tasting. Lunch is a Normandy picnic with local produce and cider. In the afternoon, you visit a cider and Calvados estate with a tasting, and the day ends in the village of Beuvron-en-Auge. A private driver-guide accompanies you throughout.
What makes the Camembert farm on this tour special?
It is one of the last two farms in Normandy that still make Camembert the traditional way. Artisans walk you through each step, from selecting the fresh milk to shaping and ripening the cheese, and the visit ends with a tasting.
Will we see how cider and Calvados are made?
Yes. At the estate, you learn about the apple varieties used and the steps that turn apples into hard cider and Calvados brandy: pressing, fermentation and distillation. The visit ends with a tasting session, which many travelers consider the highlight of the day.
What is Beuvron-en-Auge like?
Beuvron-en-Auge is listed among the most beautiful villages in France. It has half-timbered houses covered in flowers, narrow cobbled streets and a central square with small shops selling local specialties. You walk through the village with your guide at the end of the day.
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