What should you take with you? Here some advice

Packing list

• Identity card or passport
• Cash/EC card/credit card
• Photocopies of key documents (keep separate from originals)
• Travel documents
• Sports shoes or comfortable shoes
• Jumper, jacket, long and short trousers
• Warm clothing
• Easy-care T-shirts and long-sleeved shirts / blouses
• Good rain jacket, possibly also rain trousers (preferably Goretex or similar, because breathable)
• Headgear, scarf
• Sunscreen, sunglasses, lip balm
• Water bottle
• First-aid kit, personal medication if necessary
• Photo equipment, battery charger, possibly memory card

Meals

• Breakfasts are always included in your trip.
• In each restaurant you get a meal with 4 courses without wine, the customers pay the drinks.
• Lunches and dinners are not included. As you will ride through villages, you could meet shops (butcher, baker, grocer’s shop, restaurants...) where to buy food for your picnic. We advise you to buy the food needed in the city you will be leaving from. Also, keep in mind that most of the time, in small villages, shops are closed on Sundays and Mondays. You will often find restaurants on your way and nearby your accommodations. We advise you to book a table in advance.

Additional Information

Money and credit cards The currency is the EURO. You can use your bank card (with V Pay or Maestro symbol) with PIN number to withdraw money from cash machines. The operating instructions are mostly in English. Please contact your bank for information on possible charges. International credit cards are accepted by larger shops (including supermarkets) and often also in restaurants. In case of loss/theft of EC/credit cards: If you discover the loss or theft of your EC or credit card, inform your bank/credit card company immediately so that they can arrange for it to be blocked or use the following central numbers to block your card (subject to a charge): The major credit card companies offer their own numbers, some of which are free of charge, which apply specifically to the countries in question. For France, these numbers are: Visa: 0800 - 90 - 1179 (free of charge) Mastercard: 0800 - 90 - 1387 (free of charge) When calling from a hotel or mobile phone, charges may still apply, depending on the provider.

Climate Normandy The proximity to the Atlantic Ocean is responsible for Normandy's temperate climate with small temperature differences between summer (approx. 17°C) and winter (approx. 4°C). Precipitation is quite frequent and regular, thunderstorms are rare, clouds and clearings are in constant alternation. Normandy also benefits from the Gulf Stream, so that there are palm trees growing freely on Mont St. Michel, for example.

Additional costs - In restaurants, tips are usually 5 - 10 %. In cafés and bistros, you usually receive a receipt with the drinks and food. If you have the right amount of money, simply leave it on the table when you leave the restaurant. - There are usually different prices for service at the counter, in the hall and on the terrace. The price level for drinks and food in France is higher than the German price level. - Price examples for drinks (in the restaurant): Coffee: €3.00 - €4.00 Soft drink: €3.00 - €4.00 Glass of beer: €3.50 - €5.00 Glass of wine: €4.50 - €6.00

Mail Stamps (timbres) are available at post offices, tobacconists and from vending machines in large supermarkets. Your guide will be happy to give you more information.

National language The national language is French. English and German are rarely understood.

Electricity There is 220 V alternating current everywhere. Only flat, two-pin plugs fit into most sockets. Batteries can be recharged on site.

Telephone The area code for France is 0033, fir UK is 00 44 , followed by the area code without the first zero and then the subscriber's number. Please bear in mind that telephoning from a hotel is often very expensive.

Insurance Please check whether you are adequately insured.