Giverny

Start your day at the Monet Foundation, where the interiors provide shelter from the rain. At noon, the gardens reveal more intense colors under the gray sky. In the afternoon, explore the impressionism museums and the historic Hôtel Baudy. The evening ends quietly near the Sainte-Radegonde church, as the rain makes Giverny's cobblestone streets glisten.

A winter morning in Giverny starts quietly at Monet's house, where the structure of the garden is visible without leaves. At noon, enjoy the silence of sleeping nature. In the afternoon, museums offer warmth and culture before experiencing the historic flair of Hôtel Baudy. As it gets dark early, the day ends with an atmospheric view of the village church at dusk.

This bike tour connects the town of Vernon with idyllic Giverny. After arriving at the station, cycle to the photogenic Vieux-Moulin and then follow the green cycle path through the Seine valley. In Giverny, you'll have ample time for Monet's gardens before exploring the quieter outskirts and cycling back.

Your bike tour starts at Vernon station, where you gear up for the rain. The old mill provides a great photo op in the rain before heading along the Seine bike path. At noon, reach Giverny and Monet's house, spending time indoors. The day ends with a visit to the Chennevières mill as rain patters on the Seine.

Start your winter tour in Vernon; the crisp air is invigorating. The old mill looks striking in the bare landscape. The ride along the path offers wide views over the Seine valleys. In Giverny, warm up at Monet's house. The return path leads to the Chennevières mill before early winter dusk sets in.

With a car, you can expand your radius. After the flower gardens of Giverny, drive downstream to Les Andelys to admire the imposing fortress of Château Gaillard. On the way back, stop in the historic center of Vernon before the day ends pleasantly.

By car, comfortably reach the Monet Foundation and stay dry until the entrance. After the museum visit, Hôtel Baudy offers a cozy retreat. The afternoon leads you to the impressive Château Gaillard, which looks dark and romantic in the rain. End the day in Vernon's historic old town, sheltered in small alleys.

The winter drive starts relaxed at the Monet Foundation, which is hardly visited in the low season. After a cultural morning, warm up at Hôtel Baudy. A trip to Château Gaillard offers wide views over the winter Seine. Finally, explore Vernon, where the half-timbered houses look especially cozy in the early dusk.