France:Trouville
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General
The 15km stretch of coast between Honfleur and Deauville is expensive but not as overdeveloped as Trouville and Deauville themselves, towns that seem to exist solely for the tourist trade. Since the 1860s, when Napoléon III came here every summer with his court in tow, the towns have been a popular destination for Parisians wanting to take the sea air. [{France:Deauville|]] is even more guilty of trying to be Paris-on-Sea, or the "21 st arrondissement " as it is called, with its racetrack, casino and upmarket boutiques all ready to extricate the cash from the visitor. At least Trouville retains some semblance of normal life behind the scenes.
On the «Côte Fleurie» (the floral coast), 200 km from Paris, Trouville's appeal lies in the picturesque fishing port. This delightful seaside resort, created in the early 19th century, harbours a wealth of architectural gems.
Busy throughout the year, Trouville offers all services ans shops, a daily fishmarket and a large typical French market twice a week on wednesday and sunday mornings.
Trouville is famous for its many restaurants, terrace cafes and grills where you can feast on seafood. This charming town, where daily life is still linked with the sea, is famous for its Seawater Cures, the Aquarium and Nautical Centre.
There are no Yacht Berths in Trouville. Use Deauville instead, same entrance, but bear to port on entry.
Approaches, Routes and Navigation
Entry is difficult in Northerly winds > F5 (Beaufort Scale). There is no access LW+-3 hours. Channel dries to 2.5m.
Tidal information and currents
Charts
- IMRAY C32 Baie de Seine - Le Havre to Cherbourg Plans Ouistreham, Cherbourg, St Vaast-la-Hougue, Courseulles-sur-Mer, Port-en-Bessin, Trouville-Deauville, Barfleur, Baie du Grand Vey, Arromanches, Dives-sur-Mer, Le Havre Yacht Harbour, Honfleur, Grandcamp-Maisy, Port Chantereyne Marina 1:155,000 WGS 84
Weather
Marinas and Anchorages
There are no Yacht Berths in Trouville. Use Deauville instead.
Chandlers and Repair Facilities
There are no Yacht Berths in Trouville. Use Deauville instead.
Victuals (Food and Drink!)
Sailing Clubs
Places and things to see
Goog places to eat and drink
Additional Information
Public transport is not the best way to move round the area.
There is a bus service along the coast to Lisieux, Le Havre, Honfleur and the Normandy beaches though they are infrequent.
Deauville and Trouville share their train station which is located between the two towns, just south of the marina.
