The Church of St. Etienne (Stephen)

It was built in 1506, risked destruction in the French Revolution but the sailors of the town saved it from this fate.

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Next Stop - Fecamp, France August 2 - 4, 2013

August 4th 2013
When we left Cherbourg we were headed to the town of Fecamp, but in checking the tides, we knew it was too far for a favorable current, therefore we took advice we received from others and traveled only 4 hours to an anchorage at St. Vaast-La-Hougue. It was a nice change to be at anchor as we have been in marinas most of the time while in Europe. Only problem was we knew it was not going to be for ... read more

Europe » France » Upper Normandy » Fécamp

Although ultimately a victor in World Wars I and II, France suffered extensive losses in its empire, wealth, manpower, and rank as a dominant nation-state. Nevertheless, France today is one of the most modern countries in the world and is a leader am... ... read more

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