Ferry will link Sussex with Upper Normandy

People living in and around Sussex look set to find it that little bit easier to head to France after the announcement that a new ferry link has been set up on the continent.

From May 1st, those hoping to move to France or already living in the country will be able to hop backwards and forwards easily to see relatives.

The new link will connect Newhaven in the UK with Le Havre in Upper Normandy and will operate until the end of September.

Spokesman for Louis Dreyfus Armateurs, which runs the ferries, Claude Sokolski said: "We will introduce the service for the summer and see how many people use it.

"In the south-east there are people with homes in Brittany, Normandy and surrounding areas who will take advantage of the crossing."

Events in Normandy this summer

Those taking advantage of the new route will find plenty to entertain them once they cross the English Channel to Normandy

May will not only see one of France's largest antique fairs, the Salon des Antiquaires, come to town but also the Sailor's Pilgrimage, a tradition kept to every year by the people of the beautiful port of Honfleur.

The event has been described as "one of the prettiest in northern France" and is worth attending if you are in the region.

A look at what Normandy offers

Normandy is divided into two regions, Upper Normandy and Lower Normandy and its location has made it a popular tourist spot for Brits for many years.

Outdoor lovers are attracted by the area's rugged coastline and countryside, which offers a haven for cyclists, walkers and orienteering lovers.

It is also well known for its apple cider which is consumed at nearly every meal among Normandy natives.

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