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Normandy travel guide - essential info
Below is a beginner's guide to Normandy with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.
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Time difference | UK +1 hour |
Language(s) | French |
Currency | Euro |
Electricity | C + E plug (230V) |
Driving side | Right |
Why visit Normandy?
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Normandy weather
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The Normandy weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Caen.
Normandy travel advice
Check the latest travel advice on visiting Normandy from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.
- UK traveller advice for Normandy - UK FCDO
- Irish traveller advice for Normandy - Department of Foreign Affairs, Ireland
- Safe travel advisories for Normandy - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, New Zealand
- Smarter traveller advice for Normandy - Department of Foreign Affairs, Australia
Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around Normandy.
Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
FCDO travel advice
Normandy travel health
Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Normandy with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.
- Vaccines & medicines for Normandy - CDC
- Health & vaccinations for Normandy - TravelHealthPro, NaTHNac
- How to stay safe & healthy in Normandy - Fit for Travel, Public Health Scotland
Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Normandy, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.
Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Normandy covid live updates
Check the latest live updates on Covid-19 in Normandy with the vaccination requirements, current available statistics and up-to-date travel advice from government agencies.
- Travellers' health for Normandy - Ministry of Solidarity & Health, France
- Coronavirus timeline in Normandy - Our World in Data
- Latest info on travel to Normandy - Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs
Normandy FAQs
Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Normandy including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.
Do I need to quarantine in the UK if I travel from France?
You do not need to quarantine on arrival in the UK from France. The UK no longer requires a passenger locator form, Covid-19 test or proof of vaccination.
What is the time difference between Normandy and the UK?
The time difference between Normandy and the UK is UK time+1 hour.
What is the main language spoken in Normandy?
The main language spoken in Normandy is French.
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What is the currency in Normandy?
The currency in Normandy is the Euro (EUR).
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Which plugs are used in Normandy?
Normandy uses electrical plug type C + E (230 Volts).
Which side of the road do they drive on in Normandy?
They drive on the right side of the road in Normandy.
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