Normandy travel advice

Explore our complete guide to Normandy with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for Normandy.

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.

Normandy - quick facts
Time difference UK +1 hour
Language(s) French
Currency Euro
Electricity C + E plug (230V)
Driving side Right

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Normandy weather

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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.

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

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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.

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

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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.

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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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