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Granville is often called the "Monaco of the North"—a nickname it owes to its spectacular location on a rocky peninsula, its picturesque old town perched atop the rock ("Haute Ville"), and its maritime flair with a marina, casino, and elegant seaside resort atmosphere. Since the Middle Ages, Granville has been one of Normandy's most important fishing and privateering ports. From here, legendary cod fishermen once set sail for Newfoundland.

The bay is known for its fine white sand, clear turquoise waters and the impressive backdrop of the castle.

This imposing structure was built as a fortress in the 16th century and later restored by Louis Renault, founder of the automobile company of the same name, between 1922 and 1924. During World War II, the fortress was occupied by German soldiers. After the war, it served various purposes, including housing for fishermen. Today, it is a private property and cannot be visited.

The Cabane Vauban was built in the 17th century and is named after the famous French fortification engineer Sébastien Le Prestre de Vauban, who was responsible for the design and reinforcement of numerous coastal fortifications during the reign of Louis XIV. The hut originally served as a shelter for sentries and customs officers monitoring the coast to detect smugglers or enemy ships early. While there are several similar observation points along the Normandy coast, the Cabane Vauban near Carolles is considered the most well-known and well-preserved.

The Rocher du Sard lies above the Vallée du Lude. This striking granite rock rises about 70 meters above the sea and offers a commanding view of the Bay of Mont Saint-Michel. Local legend says that the rock was a refuge for the Devil during his battle with the Archangel Michael—hence its nickname, Rocher du Diable.

The pier on Grande-Île in the Chausey archipelago is the island's central port, where ferries and boats from Granville dock. It is located in a sheltered bay in the natural harbor between the main island and the surrounding rocks.

Christian Dior's hometown is Granville, a coastal town in Normandy, France.