The history of Newcastle goes back to the time of the Roman conquest of Britain. A Roman fortress used to be located here in the place of the current city. Newcastle is famous for its coal production. The buildings and the architectural feel of Newcastle is very enchanting, make sure you visit the grand St. Nicholas Cathedral and the old Castle of Newcastle.

Rouen is located about 80 miles inland along the Seine river. It is often referred to as 'the city of one hundred steeples' as stated in one of the poems of the famous french poet Victor Hugo. Although many of the buildings were destroyed during the Second World War, many of the half-timbered houses are still worth seeing. For the architecture lovers the Basilica of Saint-Ouen and cathedral will be a treat with their breathtaking sights.

Honfleur is located at the mouth of the Seine, as it flows into the English Channel. The port city is known for its shimmering light. Many painters used this region in the past as inspiration for for their artwork. One of the attractions, the Pont de Normandie, connects Honfleur and Le Havre. This bridge has a span of 856 m, the largest cable bridge in Europe. Among the attractions in Le Havre are the Church of St. Joseph, the Museum of Fine Arts, and the Bridge of Normandy.

Cherbourge Harbor was built between 1776 and 1835 on an artificial island in Normandy. Due to its location, its counted amongst the most important naval ports in France. In the local museum, visitors will find interesting information on the topic of the Second World War. You are also invited to take a stroll in the 100 year old Parc Emmanuel Liais, which hosts a variety of exotic plants.

Saint Malo is a city in the Brittany region of northwestern France. It is one of the most popular tourist destinations of France. The historic city center and fortifications are the symbol of Saint-Malo.

The French port of Brest in Brittany is situated on the extreme western tip of France. The harbor is one of the major naval ports in France. In the city there is an old fortress, from which one gets a good view of the marina. In one of the towers is a museum, the "Musée de la Marine," in which there is much information on the history of the harbor and the marina.

It was from Plymoth that the legendary Mayflower ship began its journey to America. The best view of the harbour can be appreciated from the hill 'The Hoe', which also serves as a meeting point for tourists and locals. Visit the old town of Plymouth and enjoy a traditional English ale in one of the pubs.

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