Staying at Castel Camping Le Brévedent offers the opportunity to explore Normandy through the legacy of Claude Monet, one of the leading figures of Impressionism. Ports, cliffs and rivers shaped his artistic journey and placed the region at the heart of his work. In 2026, the centenary of his death highlights the deep and lasting connection between the painter and the landscapes that inspired him so profoundly.
Monet and Norman light
Claude Monet was early captivated by the unique quality of Norman light, constantly shifting from mist to brightness. Morning haze, moving clouds and quick changes in colour shaped his entire approach to painting. The region offered him an ideal setting where a single landscape could transform from one moment to the next.
Honfleur and early influences
In Honfleur, Monet met Eugène Boudin, who encouraged him to paint outdoors and observe the sky directly. The harbour, the beaches and the mouth of the Seine became his first subjects, full of reflection and movement. These early years helped him break away from academic rules and develop a freer style.
Étretat and Rouen, between nature and stone
The cliffs of Étretat inspired Monet with their dramatic shapes carved by the sea. He painted them in all seasons, fascinated by the changing colours of the rock and the light on the waves. In Rouen, he applied the same method to the cathedral, capturing the building at different hours of the day.
Giverny, a living masterpiece
From 1883 onwards, Monet settled in Giverny and shaped his home and garden as a place entirely devoted to creation. The water garden, the Japanese bridge and the water lilies became the main subjects of his last decades of work. Here, he developed a new way of painting based on reflection, colour harmony and quiet contemplation.
The Normandy Impressionist Festival
Normandy regularly celebrates Monet through the Normandy Impressionist Festival, a major cultural event dedicated to Impressionism and contemporary creation. Exhibitions, artistic trails and special programmes take place in museums, towns and landscapes linked to the movement.
Following Monet from Le Brévedent
Exploring Normandy in Monet’s footsteps from Camping Le Brévedent reveals landscapes that still echo his paintings. Cliffs, ports, towns and gardens allow visitors to see the region through his eyes. This journey adds a cultural dimension to any stay at the Castel Camping Le Brévedent, celebrating the light, colour and emotion that shaped the work of the Impressionist master.
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