Reviers

La Grande Veillée au Cimetière de Bény-Reviers

On 5 june 2024
Cimetière canadien de Bény-Reviers, D35
At sunset on the evening of June 5,2024, the Commonwealth War Graves Commissions invites parents, children and grandparents to join together in remembering the sacrifice of soldiers and the importance of celebrating peace, as the 2175 headstones of the Bény-Reviers Canadian Cemetery are illuminated. A poetic and moving moment for the whole family. Take part in this unifying memorial project by placing a candle in front of one of the headstones and taking part in the commemorative vigil. Illuminate the stele of a soldier who died 80 years ago, to show the last veterans and future generations that we still remember. You too can join us in passing on the flame of remembrance. - This vigil is part of a large-scale commemorative event, La Grande veillée, to celebrate the 80th anniversary of D-Day and the Battle of Normandy. Its aim is to remember the 25,000 Commonwealth soldiers who fell in Normandy between June 6 and August 31,1944. - On the evenings of June 4 and 5,2024, all the headstones of the soldiers in the Commonwealth cemeteries in Calvados will be illuminated - "25,000 candles for remembrance".

Un Vent de Liberté à Reviers

On 8 june 2024
Centre bourg et place du Planitre
A day to remember, when Reviers, a charming little village in the lower Seulles valley, takes you back to the 40s. Throughout the day, you'll be able to take part in a range of activities : dance initiation, memory photos, old photos exhibition, guided tours, military vehicle exhibition, old-time games, and swing music with concerts and dance demonstrations on the theme of a guinguette.

Festival des Métiers d’art et et d’Artisanat

From 13 to 14 july 2024
Salle des fêtes, Stade Jacques Roué de Reviers
On July 13 and 14,2024, we are organizing a festival of arts and crafts to be held at the Jacques Roué soccer stadium in the Reviers village hall. - The aim of this event is to showcase talent by offering a platform for local craftspeople to exhibit and sell their creations. The aim is to showcase the diversity of arts and crafts, whether pottery, woodworking, jewelry, leatherwork or other forms of handicraft. - We'd like to organize interactive workshops where artisans can share their skills with the public. Facilitate meetings between creators to encourage collaboration and the exchange of know-how. - Support the local economy : - Encourage local purchasing by showcasing unique handmade products. Encourage visitors to support local businesses by shopping during the festival. - Provide areas for visitors to relax and enjoy the festival ? S friendly atmosphere. - The event is open to all, and admission is free. - A ball will be held on the evening of July 13. - The event will be open to the public on Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to at least 6 p.m. without interruption.

Cérémonie aux Lumières en Hommage aux Soldats Acadiens Dans le Cimetière de Bény / Festival "La Semaine Acadienne 2024"

On 12 august 2024
Cimetière militaire canadien
Ceremony to honour Acadian soldiers who fell in Normandy at Beny sur Mer Canadian War Cemetery

Landing Beaches
Bayeux tapestry of Queen Mathilde
Caen abbeys with the Ladies and Men, the castle of William the Conqueror and the Peace Memorial
Region with many castles and manor houses, farms and villages with fortified stone houses called Caen stone
Beach and water sports in Courseulles-sur-Mer (3 km)
Route watermills
Old Norman Romanesque church from the 12th to Thaon
Renaissance Chateau de Fontaine-Henry
Medieval castle Creully
Hiking

Last name	Activity type	Rate	City
Climbing in a big block gym	Sports sensations	12 € to 30 €	Caen (16.2 km)
Show: Norman Towns, land of poetry, Bayeux	Entertainment	17 €	Bayeux (17.4 km)
Land art and beach art	Nature and the great outdoors	10 €	Vierville-sur-Mer (33 km)
Canoe-kayak at the heart of Swiss Normandy	Nature and the great outdoors	8 €	Thury-Harcourt-le-Hom (35 km)
Electric bike excursion in Calvados	Entertainment	40 € to 245 €	Deauville (40 km)

Last name	Outing type	Difficulty	Duration	Departure municipality
Cliffs of Black Cows	Hike	Easy	2:00	Villers-sur-Mer (33 km)
The beach, a fragile refuge	Hike	Athletic	4:30	Cricqueboeuf (46 km)
Aquacaux with the family	Hike	Easy	1:30	Octeville-sur-Mer (48 km)
Stroll Impressionist	Village visit	Intermediate	2:00	Honfleur (52 km)
Cotentin Peninsula	Car itinerary	Easy	7:00	Carentan-les-Marais (56 km)

Tourism, holidays & weekends guide in the Calvados