Time out in Deauville

TimeDeauville out in Deauville DEAUVILLE Key dates The ideal seaside resort 1912 After the fall of the Second Em- 1960 1996 is 150 years old pire, the Mayor Désiré le Hoc Deauville developed its sea- Muse for a long time, Deauville breathed new life into the resort front with leisure facilities increases the cultural events with the assistance of Eugène and green spaces, built a bal- since 1996: Easter Music Festi- Cornuché at the helm of the neotherapy centre, a sea-wa- val (1996), Asian Film Festival Société des Hôtels et Casinos ter swimming pool (1966) (1999), a winter cultural season Built upon a few acres of marshland and de Deauville. Cornuché built and opened a second marina (1997); Books and Music fair dunes, Deauville was imagined from the the casino and the prestigious (1972). A summer destina- (2001), Planche(s) Contact- idea of 4 men... While on holiday in Trou- Hôtels Normandy and Royal. tion par excellence, Deauville photo festival (2010). ville at Doctor Olliffe’s house, the visionary set out to become a resort Duke Auguste de Morny, half-brother of with all-year-round appeal. In Napoleon the Third and one of the major 2010 1975, seeking new horizons, Deauville is celebrating its first figures of Parisian life, looked with envy it launched its first American 150 years every day throu- over the neighbouring marshlands. The Film Festival. Since then, the ghout the year, with 490 events two men got together with the banker Do- organization of such events supported by local actors and non, and the architect Breney and created has played a key role in the residents, aimed at revealing a Deauville, an “ideal seaside resort”, close 1923 town’s development strategy. different side of the town. In to Paris. Between sea and country, Deau- After the First World War the future, events will be organized ville came out of the sand in four years, Paris smart set of the Roaring 1992 around a different theme each between 1860 and 1864, with its first vil- Twenties flocked to Deauville’s The town built a monumental year. Having been associated for las, a hippodrome and a train link to Paris. now-famous boardwalk, built in convention centre, the Centre decades with the world of horse- All the architectural styles are there with 1923. The Deauville-Clairefon- International de Deauville racing, a key player in the local their whim, asymmetry, extravagance. taine racecourse (1928) and the (C.I.D.), opening Deauville economy, Deauville inaugurated A seaside heritage, today protected by a ZP- airport (1931) were built while up to business tourism. It in 2010 the “Pôle international PAUP (Architectural, Town Planning and and a third luxury hotel was includes inside a 1500-seat du cheval”, a place dedicated to Landscape Heritage Conservation Area), constructed: the Hôtel du Golf, auditorium. Major internatio- the training, equestrian sports visited by numerous tourists every year. Gilbert© Donnation Hamel with its 27-hole golf course. nal events take place here. and horse riding.

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DEAUVILLE BECOMEs AN INTERNATIONAL PLACE Passion

oday, Deauville is one of the most memorable seaside resort and business tourism place of its area. In a dynamic for horse T of perpetual appealing research, the he creation of a race- showcase that attracts many visi- town continues its development around big course was decided as tors to the region, with its two touristic structured projects: the conservation soon as the town was racecourses and its new interna- and valuation of its architectural heritage; the T founded in 1860. The tional equestrian complex, the Touques Peninsula rehabilitation, big project Deauville-La Touques racecourse « Pôle international du Cheval », of urban reorganization emphasizing the port ; was even inaugurated, in the heart a range of prestigious international the new building of the International Equestrian of the town, before the church races, a municipal training centre Complex which allows Deauville to consolidate was built ! In 1928, in view of for 300 horses during the year, its central place in the equestrian industry ; the the increasing demand for tracks, world renowned yearling sales, an creation of a place dedicated to prospective, a second racecourse opened: international polo championship, CreActive Place; a strong event policy in cultu- the Deauville-Clairefontaine a traditional harness competition, ral area... racecourse, only at 2 km. Today, equestrian competitions and 75 Today cultural and sport events, congresses and these racecourses host presti- stud farms in the surrounding meetings are organized throughout the year. gious races all year round. Today area (cradles of the greatest star www.deauville.fr Deauville is an international horse horses)…

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equestrian events Horse sales Jumping, dressage, horse-ball... Horse auctions have been a feature of Deau- ville since 1887. Today Deauville is one of the Since the opening of the “Pôle International du che- most prestigious place to buy thoroughbreds val” in 2010, Deauville has become an ideal place in the world. Professionals and enthusiasts to host equestrian events at all levels: jumping, come from all over the world, attracted by dressage, polo paddock, horse-ball ... These compe- the “Bred in France” label, especially for the titions attracts both amateurs who practice compe- yearling sales (18-month horses) organized in tition because they love their sport and the world’s August, where the elite of English thorough- top riders. bred yearlings can be seen. Other auctions www.pole-international-cheval.com -broodmares, fillies, training horses take place all year round. © Virginie Meigné © Virginie www.arqana.com www.arqana-trot.com ABX © Yearlings Lucien Barrière Deauville Polo Cup If the club was created in 1907 in the heart of Deauville La Touques Equi’days racecourse, the launching of the Coupe d’Or in 1950 threw the In October, Calvados, the quintessential bree- Deauville tournament in August ding ground, celebrates horses with a number of as THE meeting place of the best events, exhibitions and shows opened to the pu- players, offering the public a brea- blic and professionals alike. Events in Deauville: thtaking show. races, yearling sales, equestrian competitions www.deauvillepoloclub.com and horse-drawn carriage competition. © Jean-Claude Boscher © Jean-Claude www.equidays.com 6 7 DEAUVILLE To know the « Pôle international Racecourses du cheval » Deauville -Clairefontaine Trotting, flat racing, show jumping races and entertainment satisfy the audience’s desires on the racecourse. Horses, joc- keys, drivers compete to cross the finish line, offering an everlasting show! To discover: guided tours, sulky or driving initiation, promotions every afternoon and more particularly for children. Races in July, August and October.

In 2010, an international equestrian complex, the « Pôle international du Cheval », a 9-ha Deauville -La Touques park dedicated to the horse, equestrian activities, sport and leisure opens and ads to the The Deauville-La Touques racecourse host Deauville facilities. This fully-covered com- flat races, including prestigious interna- plex can receive major public events and is tional races in August. An exceptional site a training center for top class horses. Eques- known for its charm and its architecture, trian instruction is promoted by the creation the racecourse attracts fans and internatio- of a riding centre and a pony club. Last but not nal experts. It’s also a friendly place with least, the complex is the perfect venue for trai- entertainment for the whole family. Races in nings, seminaries and competitions for school January, March, July, August, October and groups, amateur and professional riders.

December. Lorin © Jacques www.france-galop.com www.pole-international-cheval.com

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Culture f the town is often associated with the races, polo, or yearling sales, it shines and I attracts numerous artists. In part or at the origin of this exci- tement, creators of clothes, photographers and movie-makers, as the outdoor painters and the impressionists, found in Deau- ville an inspiration influenced by the sea, the light, and the atmosphere. Paintings, caricatures, writings, photos remain and tell the history. This creative spirit today inspires Deauville to open a cultural policy, privileging disco- very, sharing and learning.

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cinema events MUSIC events American Film Festival Easter Festival (classical music) Since 1975, in September, this has The Easter Festival, in April, has become the best-known event in become THE meeting place of the Deauville. With preview screenings best young generation of classical of major American productions, musicians, as used to be Renaud and a competition for independent Capuçon, Jérôme Pernoo, Jérôme movies since 1995, the American Ducros, Nicholas Angelich when film Festival contributes to the the Festival was created in 1996. European promotion of American The original idea is the same: play films in Europe. It encourages mee- music as much as possible. tings between professionals and ce- www.musiqueadeauville.com lebrates the history of cinema with tributes, reviews, documentaries Francis Ford and TV series. Coppola in 2011 © Gilles Targat www.festival-deauville.com Asian Film Festival Musical August Following the footsteps of its elder brother, the Asian Film Festival has established Deauville as the Created in 2002 with the aim of discovering more young soloists and playing ever showcase of the movie industry of countries like South Korea, Japan, China or India. Since 1999, in more music, “Musical August” was launched as a studious and joyful antecham- March, the festival is focusing on a whole continent. Today it is the leading European event dedicated ber to the Easter Festival. Fifteen young soloists, sponsored by their elders, play to Asian films, with a competition, a panorama of the year’s production and tributes to renowned or baroque music as academy and residence. emergent directors. Each year, the highlight is put on a country, including the organization of a one-day www.musiqueadeauville.com economic meeting by the Town of Deauville. www.deauvilleasia.com

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literary events cultural events the literary season the cultural season First access key to culture, literature stands as a priority within Deauville cultural programming all year In addition to the festivals, Deauville is the ideal setting for round. With “Deauville à livres ouverts” a set of rendez-vous is proposed to the public: debates, mee- a cultural pause far from the hustle and bustle of big towns. tings with writers, public readings, writing workshops, educational actions lead by teachers. The Town of Deauville perpetuates the tradition of its cultu- www.deauville.fr ral past by organising a score of shows each year: major works of the past have been revamped and updated (theatre, dance, etc.) or new trends (urban dance, songs, jazz.). www.deauville.fr Parker © Elizabeth book show: literature & music Created in 2004, the book show is the highlight of the Deauville literary life Planche(s) Contact every year in May. Since the beginning, it stands on preconceptions: focusing In 2010, pursuing its affair with photography, the Mu- on the books inspired by music, explo- nicipality created a new Festival, “Planche(s) Contact”, ring a different kind of music every organized around three themes. It gives recognized year, bringing literature to everyone photographers a free hand, encourages would-be pho- especially to the children, discussing, tographers with a competition for students of Euro- talking, and debating with the writer pean schools, and invites the general public to take Between improvisations and crea- their inspiration from the extra hour offered by the tions, the programme includes some change to winter time during the competition for the sixty free events, readings, conferences, “25th hour”. All works are exhibited from the last wee- concerts and debates. kend of October to the end of November.

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An open air museum Over the years, Deauville has kept up with the times and managed to preserve and value its exceptional heritage. When you wander round the resort, villas, manors and other extraordinary buildings presenting a wide variety of architectural styles. The great creativity of its architecture, the nature eauville is a nice originality and strength of its urban composition place to prac- are part of the global atmosphere of this open air tice sports or fun museum... protected and enhanced by the Town of D activities with Deauville since 2005. one’s family or as friends… Pleasure is in every season to practice sea, ground or air activities. Around Deauville, the countryside also offers relaxing or adrenalin leisure.

16 © Jean-François Lange © Jean-François DEAUVILLE beach sea Born from the sand and the sea The call of the sea Deauville has always loved the sound of waves, the cry of seagulls and the shape of sails swollen by the wind. Its immense fine-sand beach, dotted with multicoloured parasols, With a total of 1250 moo- is an ocean of well-being, where children and adults alike can have fun: throwing a ball, rings in its two marinas, flying a kite, making sandcastles or just relaxing. In all seasons, the sea spray procures Deauville is one Norman- immediate and dy’s main yachting centres. energizing refresh- On the steps of numerous ment, in rhythm regatters, whom for more with the changing than a century participated sky and horses trot- here in international rallies, ting on the sand. To we come to navigate there taste the spirit of and even to compete during Deauville, just walk regatta organized by the or jog along the Deauville Yacht Club, the Planches, swim in sailing school. the Olympic-sized www.dyc14.fr seawater pool, hop on a sand sail or a

catamaran, pam- Le Bris © Patrice per yourself in the thalasso-spa or just lounge comfortably in a deckchair! Breathe in the sea air; happiness is right here! Parker © Elizabeth www.deauville.fr

18 19 Le Bris © Patrice DEAUVILLE leisure walk sport or wellness! Calouste Gulbenkian park In 1937, petrol tycoon Ca- Achille Duchêne, with his OLYMPIC louste Gulbenkian, an art new design. Property of the WATERSPORTS lover, bought the Domaine Town of Deauville since CENTRE SWIMMING-POoL des Enclos, a 17th and 18th 1973, this haven of peace, In Deauville we love the sea so much we use it to fill centuries castle and park. planted with rare species our swimming pool. The water in the Olympic pool He wanted a garden in (black walnut, white ash, (50 m) is pumped from offshore, filtered and heated which to meditate and rest. Dutch linden, sequoias, to 28°C. It was entirely renovated in 2006. He had the castle demo- etc.) has preserved the www.deauville.fr lished and commissioned charm and beauty desired the landscape gardener, by its creator. thalasso SPA www.deauville.fr

© Virginie Meigné © Virginie BY ALGOTHERM Rental, training courses, private lessons. Care- « A la carte » treatments, cures and fitness room. taking for kayaks, catamarans and windsurfing Access to the Olympic swimming pool and to the boards. solarium. www.lasolutionloisirs.com/normandie.html www.thalasso-deauville.fr tennis sport course On the Deauville seafront 19 open-air tennis On the foreshores, a marked out course to practi- courts (10 clay courts, 3 Quick, 4 Classic Clay se jogging and numerous sporting exercises while and 2 Resisoft) and a training wall await rallies taking advantage of the sea air. and smashes. www.deauville.fr

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20 21 DEAUVILLE golf THE « PAYS D’AUGE » Green & tee Starting from Deauville Deauville and its four nearby golf courses are a resounding success with golf players. From lakes to Located in the heart of Normandy, Deauville is the perfect base for day trips bunkers, some courses are predominantly technical, while others, more fun-oriented, are sure to satisfy to some of Normandy’s emblematic sites. The seaside resort is just two hours golfers in search of fresh air and relaxation. In addition to sporting prowess, you will be able to admire from Mont Saint-Michel and Cherbourg, one hour from Caen and Rouen - breath-taking scenery. the two regional capitals - Giverny and the D-day beaches. The region also www.deauville.fr abounds in footpaths, gardens, distilleries, stud farms, historic monuments and more, just waiting to be Golf Barrière Deauville visited. Set on the heights of Deauville, few minutes away from the boardwalk, it extends over a 90 ha site and comprises two courses: an 18-hole course designed by Tom Simpson in 1927 and a 9-hole Normandie Tourist Board: course laid out by Henri Cotton in 1964. www.normandie-tourisme.fr www.golf-barriere-deauville.com Calvados Tourist Board: www.calvados-tourisme.fr Golf Barrière Saint-Julien This hilly course in a protected site was designed in 1989 by Alain Prat and Bill Baker. Lovers of speed will not be disappointed by the Honfleur

Amirauté Golf Designed by Bill Baker in 1991, it comprises ponds and vast greens. www.amiraute.com

Golf de Deauville Saint-Gatien Designed in 1988 by Olivier Brizon, it offers 3 courses, among ruins dating from the period of the Templars. www.golfdeauville.com

22 L.Barrière © Photothèque 23 DEAUVILLE Days… and nights hen the night arrives, Deauville becomes illuminated: The casino blazes with a thousand lights for W those who want to spend an evening in the exhilarating games rooms or on the slot machines. Or would you rather see a show? Culture is close at hand in the Italian casino’s little theatre, which hosts a wide variety of cultural events. After an excellent dinner, ser- ved in the multiple flavors tables of the town, why not ending the evening in the numerous bars* or nightclubs in Deauville.

15 *Alcohol abuse is dangerous for your health. Drink with moderation. 24 © Naïade Plante © Naïade DEAUVILLE CASINO Barrière gastronomy Play and play... Make the most of Normandy The Casino dates from 1912. Inside, slot machines, gaming tables, res- taurants make it one of the leisure highlights of Deauville. The Deau- ville casino shelters a theater, a reproduction of the Petit Trianon in Versailles, Italian 18th century-style theater, which welcomes numerous cultural events in a very intimist atmosphere. www.lucienbarriere.com

Apple, Cider, Calvados*, milk, fresh cream, Ca- membert cheese, Pont-l’Evêque cheese, Livarot cheese, butter, shrimps, oysters, soles, scallops, etc. The list is long enough in Normandy to make you hungry! Deauville, situated between seaside and countryside, allows the access to this unique regional gastronomy. © Naïade Plante © Naïade © Patrice Le Bris © Patrice

26 *Alcohol abuse is dangerous for your health. Drink with moderation. 27 Meigné © Virginie DEAUVILLE shopping more 400 adresses The shops in Deauville satisfy all passions for shopping: international fashion, and accessory shops, decorative items, florists, gourmet addresses... But also the rare an- tiquities and art galleries, the flea markets business and the various sales... and to top it off: the shops are open on weekend! tourism ith 2000 rooms within a 2 km radius, a congress center, an airport and W located only at 2hr from Paris, Deauville stands also as a place where one can work and debate: po- litical and business leaders, actors of the cultural, sport, social or charity life, French and foreigners, coming from the whole world, attend here conferences, conventions, festivals, summits and forums.

28 © Gilles Targat 15 DEAUVILLE centre international CreActive place de deauville For the future The Center With its historic tradition of welcoming personalities and events, Deau- Congress ville became a venue for innovative thinking, discussion and ideas during lectures and debates dedicated to professionals (private companies, pu- Real treasure harmoniously are integrated within the blic organizations and local authorities, as well as students, artists and integrated into the Deau- various spaces. From the au- researchers) to help them in the development of theirs projects. To antici- ville seaside, the Centre ditorium to the committee pate the future in an ever changing world: it’s the innovative challenge of International de Deauville rooms, to the exhibition hal- « CreActivePlace », the Deauville prospective centre. shelters under its glass roof ls or to the lounge bar, from www.creactiveplace.eu some 18 000 m2 of spaces the meeting of 50 persons at completely dedicated to Le Bris © Patrice a congress of 4 000 persons, the reception and the orga- from the launch of a product nization of projects. All the devices to the very private gala evening, places To know necessary for the success of an event adapt themselves to the needs and the (congress, seminar, festival, show, desires. Women’s Forum for concert, forum) www.congres-deauville.com Economy and Society Rendez-vous of debate, sharing, re- flection and action, this forum has for ambition to promote the vision and the influence of the women on the major economic and societal stakes. It organizes an annual confe- rence, in October, in Deauville and long-lasting actions. www.womens-forum.com © Women’s Forum © Women’s © Jacques Basile © Jacques Isaac © Guy

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