Vieux Bassin, Honfleur
Viewpoint · Honfleur

Vieux Bassin, Honfleur

Photo: Ввласенко · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Vieux Bassin is the historic port at the center of Honfleur. Narrow houses with slate roofs line the water and reflect in the basin. It offers views of fishing boats and the surrounding quays.

On day 6 of Paris and Normandy by Car in 7 Days

Good to know

Tickets
Free
Time needed
30 minutes
Best time
Morning for light and fewer crowds
Getting there
Walk from central Honfleur parking areas

Itineraries with Vieux Bassin, Honfleur

Day 6 of Paris and Normandy by Car in 7 Days

Honfleur, then Mont-Saint-Michel

How Vieux Bassin, Honfleur fits into a day.
  1. 8:30Drive to HonfleurRouen
  2. 10:30Vieux Bassin, HonfleurHonfleur, Normandy
  3. 12:00Sainte-Catherine Church, HonfleurHonfleur, Normandy
  4. 14:30Drive to Mont-Saint-MichelHonfleur, Normandy
  5. 19:00Mont-Saint-Michel at duskMont-Saint-Michel
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Vieux Bassin, Honfleur questions

Is Vieux Bassin free to visit?

Yes. The harbor is open to the public at all times.

How long to spend at Vieux Bassin?

Most visitors spend 30 minutes to an hour walking the quays.

When is the best time to photograph Vieux Bassin?

Early morning provides the best light on the buildings and water.

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