Normandy: War-Torn Yet Full of Life
rick steves' europe

After exploring the half-timbered charm of Rouen, we reflect on Monet's lily ponds, peek in on local artisans, and set up an easel at Honfleur's harbor. We venture into composer Eric Satie's eccentric world and feast on the finest of Normandy cuisine. After pondering sacrifice and celebrating freedom on the D-Day beaches, we hike with pilgrims to the enchanted island abbey of Mont St. Michel.

Episode Duration: 27 minutes and 46 seconds

Episode Number: 303

About Rick Steves' Europe:

RICK STEVES' EUROPE offers a fresh perspective on the best travel advice, including where to stay, what to see and how to get around in Europe.

Rick Steves shares his extensive knowledge of European history, art and culture.

His years as America's most popular European guidebook author blends with his relaxed but informative style to make this one of public television's most popular series.


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Wed, Oct 30 6:00 P.M. European Travel Skills, Part III     NH Create (11.4)
Wed, Oct 30 6:00 P.M. Rick Steves' Europe: Art of the Neoclassical and Romantic Ages     NH Explore (11.2)
Wed, Oct 30 10:00 P.M. European Travel Skills, Part III     NH Create (11.4)
Thu, Oct 31 5:00 A.M. European Travel Skills, Part III     NH Create (11.4)
Thu, Oct 31 7:30 A.M. Venice: City of Dreams     NH Explore (11.2)
Thu, Oct 31 11:00 A.M. Venice and Its Lagoon     NH Create (11.4)
Thu, Oct 31 1:30 P.M. Paris: Regal and Intimate     NHPBS (11.1)
Thu, Oct 31 6:00 P.M. Western Turkey     NH Create (11.4)
Thu, Oct 31 6:00 P.M. Rick Steves' Europe: Art of the Impressionists and Beyond     NH Explore (11.2)
Thu, Oct 31 10:00 P.M. Western Turkey     NH Create (11.4)
Thu, Oct 31 10:30 P.M. Austrian and Italian Alps     NH Explore (11.2)
Fri, Nov 1 2:30 A.M. Austrian and Italian Alps     NH Explore (11.2)
Fri, Nov 1 5:00 A.M. Western Turkey     NH Create (11.4)
Fri, Nov 1 7:30 A.M. Venice and Its Lagoon     NH Explore (11.2)
Fri, Nov 1 11:00 A.M. European Travel Skills, Part I     NH Create (11.4)
Fri, Nov 1 1:30 P.M. Paris: Embracing Life and Art     NHPBS (11.1)


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