Coutances (Lower Normandy) Pop: 14,000

Coutances is a venerable city located on a long hill above extensive plains in Basse-Normandy.

Coutances Attractions

Coutances Jazz Festival-annually in May

Musee Municipal - local artists' works

Cathedral de Notre-Dame - Gothic and Norman architectural features

St-Pierre Church - established in 15th century featuring Gothic style

Les Jardin des Plantes - a mix of French and English gardens with fountains and sculptured floral features