Your digital welcome book in Le Havre

Welcome to Le Havre, the Gateway to the Ocean

Welcome to Le Havre! A city with unique architecture and UNESCO World Heritage status, it combines innovation, maritime history and wide open spaces facing the ocean. With StyQR, give your guests a practical digital welcome book so they can explore the city with complete ease!

See Le Havre from a different angle

However long your stay, Le Havre has plenty of discoveries and surprises in store. Start with a stroll along Le Havre beach, perfect for watching the sun set over the Channel. Then step into the city's history at Saint-Joseph's Church, an architectural masterpiece by Auguste Perret, before wandering through the rebuilt centre, a model of modern town planning. For a cultural moment, the André Malraux Museum of Modern Art (MuMa) houses a superb collection of Impressionist works. Finally, don't miss the hanging gardens, a green haven with sweeping views over the city and the sea.

The best places to eat

Le Havre is a food lover's destination where land and sea meet on the plate. For a quick lunch with a view over the port, try Les Enfants Sages, a friendly spot set in a former school. If you fancy outstanding seafood, head to Le Bouchon Normand, a local institution. In the evening, for a cocktail with your feet in the sand, make for La Petite Rade, a relaxed beachfront bar. Add your own recommendations to your welcome book so your guests can discover the best of Le Havre!

Shopping and souvenirs

Whether you're after a souvenir or simply a spot of window shopping, Le Havre has plenty to offer. Fans of independent shops will love the Saint-Vincent district, with its concept stores and craft workshops. For more mainstream shopping, the Docks Vauban shopping centre brings together a wide range of brands. Looking for something local? Don't leave without a box of Isigny caramels or a good Normandy cider, perfect for keeping a little of Le Havre with you once you're back home!

Events not to be missed

Le Havre buzzes with festivities all year round. Every summer, the Un Été au Havre festival turns the city into an open-air museum with monumental art installations. Music lovers will enjoy the Ouest Park festival and its eclectic line-up in a festive atmosphere. And of course, sailing enthusiasts won't want to miss the Transat Jacques Vabre, a legendary race that sets off from Le Havre every two years.

Le Havre still has plenty of surprises up its sleeve! To make the most of your stay and miss nothing, take a look at your StyQR welcome book and set off to discover this city where modernity meets nature. So, ready to explore Le Havre differently?