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School Trips to France for Cross Curricular Studies

Travelbound’s Château du Molay is the perfect base of operations from which to explore Normandy and beyond.

Combine authentic local attractions with a visit to the French capital and Disneyland Paris.

We can help you cover multiple subjects, and students will come home with new learnings, appreciation, and memories on cross-curricular school trips to France.

Book the Château du Molay for School Trips to France

Experience the Château du Molay on your next school trip to France. This 18th-century château, managed by Travelbound, offers a perfect retreat after a day of exploring.

Students can unwind and have fun across 38 acres of beautiful parkland or join in various organised activities.

Our dedicated château staff are always on hand to help with all activities and anything else you may need during your stay. And for added peace of mind, a 24/7 contact number ensures you’re always connected to a real person in case of any unforeseen circumstances.

 

Find out more about the Château du Molay

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Highlights of school trips to France

01

See the famous Bayeux Tapestry

02

WW11 D-Day history at Arromanches

03

Disneyland Paris

04

A sightseeing cruise down the River Seine

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Very helpful Tour Co-ordinator. Nothing was too much trouble when organising the tour which was essential for me to get it off the ground.

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Suggested itinerary

Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Day 5
Depart school in your coach Channel Crossing to Calais. Journey time from Calais (approximately 5 hours) without excursion stop Optional short stop in Honfleur. Arrive at the Château du Molay Evening meal and château entertainment
Breakfast and packed lunch Visit medieval Bayeux, the Bayeux Tapestry and British Military Cemetery Visit a goat’s cheese farm. Château optional activity e.g. circus skills frenzy Evening meal (optional snails and mussels). Château entertainment also included
Breakfast and packed lunch Local market visit Visit Arromanches 360 degree cinema before Batterie at Longues-sur-mer American Military Cemetery before evening meal or Chateau BBQ in the summer. Farewell disco
Early breakfast and packed lunch Early departure to Disneyland Paris Disneyland Paris Evening meal. Overnight Paris outskirts
Breakfast Paris sightseeing and Bateaux Mouches river cruise Journey time to Calais (approximately 4 hours). Channel Crossing Arrive home

What's included

Travel by British touring coach
Château evening entertainment
Return Channel crossing
Full board Normandy, half board Paris
1 teacher place for every 8 students
24/7 on trip support

*Please note, entrance fees where applicable are not included in typical price – contact us for more details

Recommended excursions

01 Bayeux Tapestry
02 Bayeux Aventure
03 French market assignment
04 Battle of the Bistros
05 Boulangerie visit
06 The British Normandy Memorial
07 Mont Saint-Michel
08 Chèvrerie du Mesnil (Goat’s cheese farm)
09 Château activities
10 Arromanches 360 degree cinema
11 D-Day Museum, Arromanches
12 American Cemetery and Memorial, Omaha Beach
13 Memorial de Caen
14 Tour Montparnasse
15 Arc de Triomphe
16 Montmartre & the Sacré Coeur
17 Musée d’Orsay
18 Disneyland® Park
19 Walt Disney Studios Park
20 Parc Astérix
21 The Travelbound Paris Quest
01 Bayeux Tapestry

This long embroidered scroll is the most important relic to have survived from the 11th century. Students can see the epic story of William of Normandy’s conquest of England in 1066, and consider the French and British interpretation of events. Tip: A workbook is available in French for MFL students. A workspace with a tapestry image replica can be pre-booked for one hour for school groups.

Please note: The Bayeux Tapestry Museum will be closing on 1st September 2025 for a complete renovation and is due to re-open in Autumn 2027.

1 hour See on map
02 Bayeux Aventure

This outdoor adventure park, located in Cussy, close to Bayeux offers a wide range of activities for students. The Activity Pass includes high ropes courses, mini-golf, tubing, permanent wooden maze and maize maze (seasonal), fixed track zorbing (over 12’s), peddle karting, bubble football and more! There is an on-site café and picnic area. Open April to Sep/October (on request for school groups outside of public opening times).

Half a day See on map
03 French market assignment

Students visit a local French market, bursting with delicious produce. Teams complete an Assignment to buy a variety of food items using their French language skills. The items will be used for a food-based activity on their return to the Chateau.

Half day See on map
04 Battle of the Bistros

This French Language challenge, designed by specialist company E3 Trails, is a team activity based on a virtual game show. The aim of the activity is to have fun and reinforce students’ vocabulary on the subject of ‘Food and Drink’.

During the ‘The Battle of the Bistros’, teams must earn food stars for their bistro by undertaking various food and drink-themed activities in the town of Bayeux. The four activities are: uncovering the name of the bistro from a word search (about shopping), designing the bistro logo and tagline, ‘shopping’ for ingredients and answering true or false questions about food and drink in France.

2 hours See on map
05 Boulangerie visit

A trip to a traditional French bakery lets pupils learn about the complete process of bread making. Students can actively participate and eat in or take away what they help to create. This tour is worthwhile just for the smell alone, but there are also great opportunities to ask the baker some questions in French.

Available April until early July, September and October.

Half day See on map
06 The British Normandy Memorial

The British Normandy Memorial officially opened on the 6th of June 2021 as a place for remembrance and reflection.

Overlooking Gold Beach, just outside  Ver- sur- Mer, the Memorial records the names of 22,442 servicemen and women, under British command, who fell on D- Day and during the Battle of Normandy.

A series of stone carved columns bear the names with the ‘D-Day Sculpture’ a set of bronze figures by British sculptor David Williams-Ellis, occupying a prominent position.

The site also includes a French Memorial, dedicated to the memory of French civilians who died during this time.

1 hour See on map
07 Mont Saint-Michel

Mont Saint-Michel, a gothic Benedictine abbey, is perched on a rocky islet amid vast sandbanks exposed to powerful tides. Over the years the island’s abbey has served as a prison, a fortress against the English and a monastery. As well as the abbey, your group can explore the medieval buildings of the village that grew up beneath its walls, along with stunning views.

Half Day See on map
08 Chèvrerie du Mesnil (Goat's cheese farm)

This working goat farm allows students to see how dairy products such as milk and cheese are produced. Students can play with the goats and learn about the cheese-making process. It’s a great way to find out more about the traditional produce of the area and also presents a good chance to practice language skills and develop vocabulary. The visit includes a short educational film, a talk and a cheese tasting. Visit can be conducted in French or English.

1- 2 hours See on map
9 Château activities

You can choose from a range of fun and educational activities, and experienced chateau staff are on hand to ensure that the students are having fun all day and night. Available activities include: a blind trail walk, survival skills, initiative exercises, using various sports facilities for sporting games (such as the seasonal outdoor swimming pool), planting a tree and circus frenzy to name a few.

Half day See on map
10 Arromanches 360 degree cinema

The 19 minute film ‘100 days of the Battle of Normandy’ is projected in High Definition on 9 screens. The film tells the story of the military planning, preparation and execution of the Battle of Normandy thanks to archive images gathered from English, Canadian, German, American and French archives. The Battle started with the landing of the paratroopers the night of the 5th to the 6th of June 1944, followed by the landings of troops on the Normandy beaches and lasted for three months. The end came with the liberation of Paris and the bombing of Le Havre.

18 mins See on map
11 D-Day Museum, Arromanches

In the heart of the D-Day beaches, Arromanches is renowned for its ‘Mulberry’ artificial harbour. Its remains speak of the remarkable technical feat of taking 600,000 tonnes of concrete and equipment across the Channel in wartime to serve as a base for Allied troops. The museum uses models, videos and a diorama that movingly bring life to the displays.

1.5 hours See on map
12 American Cemetery and Memorial, Omaha Beach

The Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial covers 172.5 acres and contains the graves of 9,387 military dead, most of whom lost their lives in the D-Day landings and ensuing operations. The memorial, set around a bronze statue, shows maps and narratives of the military operations. Visitors’ centre staff are available to answer students’ questions.

2 hours See on map
13 Memorial de Caen

This Memorial helps students study our shared past and introduces emotion and memory, using dynamic and diverse educational activities. It is possible to book a guide (at a supplement) to accompany the group on their coach to see the battlefield. A 360 degree 17 minute film to promote an understanding of our common European History opens on the 6th June 2019 to mark the 75th anniversary of the D Day Landings and the Battle of Normandy.

3 hours See on map
14 Tour Montparnasse

Enjoy unsurpassed views of the Eiffel Tower and the iconic Parisian skyline from the Observatory on the 56th floor of the Montparnasse Tower. Students can explore the city’s layout and beautiful architecture. In addition to the amazing panoramic views, there are educational displays, a VR Time Travel Experience, a 360° Café and a shop. Head up to the roof terrace for an even higher vantage point! A free Magnicity web app offers an immersive city experience.

Tip: Educational work material available.

2 hours See on map
15 Arc de Triomphe

An impressive monument of Classical inspiration, this celebration of Napoleonic success provided a model for decades of nationalist building projects. Since 1920, it has also contained beneath its vault the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, commemorating those who died in World War I.

1 hour See on map
16 Montmartre & the Sacré Coeur

The Basilica of the Sacred Heart dominates the city skyline thanks to its position on top of Montmartre, the highest point in Paris. The Basilica of Montmartre was dedicated to atone for the sins of the Paris Commune. It is a building of great beauty reflecting the hopes, fears and attitudes of fin-de-siècle France. Behind the Sacré Coeur is the Place du Tertre with its artists’ colony.

2 - 3 hours See on map
17 Musée d'Orsay

For those looking for a particularly French experience, head to the Musée D’Orsay, set in a former railway station. It boasts the largest collection of impressionist and post-impressionist masterpieces in the world, by painters such as Monet, Manet, Degas, Renoir, Cézanne, Seurat and Gauguin. Students can also view sculptures, furniture and photography.

Tip: Pre-booking is essential for groups

2-4 hours See on map
18 Disneyland® Park

The main park of Disneyland® Paris, the action is spread out across five different themed lands. There’s more than 40 rides and attractions including Space Mountain, the Buzz Lightyear Laser Blast® and Pirates of the Caribbean, along with spectacular parades and shows.

Tip: Use the free fast pass service to cut down on queuing times – available for most popular attractions.

Full day See on map
19 Walt Disney Studios Park

This theme park uncovers the magical worlds of cinema and television. Students can explore four studio lots, from animation at Toon Studio to car stunts at Backlot, Hollywood blockbusters at Frontlot, plus the secrets of film sets and costumes at Production Courtyard®. High-octane rides include The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror and Crush’s Coaster. Photo © Disney.

Full day See on map
20 Parc Astérix

Based on the famous Astérix books, this is the second-largest theme park in France. It is set in the forest 30km from Paris and has lots of attractions to keep students happy, from Goudurix, the roller-coaster that turns you upside down seven times; to log flumes, river rafting and a ghost train. Themed areas range from Gaul to Ancient Greece and Egypt.

Full day See on map
21 The Travelbound Paris Quest

A self-guided walk takes students on a discovery of the wonderful city of Paris. The quest, punctuated with a wide range of head-scratching tasks and challenges, takes in many iconic sights including The Eiffel Tower, The Louvre and The Grand Palais. An enjoyable mix of treasure hunt-style clue solving and team activities keep students engaged until the very end when the winning team is finally revealed. Enrichment or MFL version available.

3-4 hours See on map
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Château du Molay, Normandy See on map

Our exclusive 18th century Château du Molay can accommodate 195 guests in 42 en-suite bedrooms and is set amongst 38 acres of beautiful private parkland.

Located only 14kms from Bayeux, within easy reach of the world famous Calvados coast and just a 45 minute journey from Caen, the Château is in an ideal location for easy school trips from the UK.

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Why groups like it:

Located 20 minutes from the Latin quarter, the Louvre and the Eiffel Tower
Many helpful in-house services specially designed with groups in mind
Staff experienced in hosting groups of students of different ages and needs

Facilities:

Private bathrooms
24-hour reception
Common room with pool table
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Premiere Classe Bussy St Georges See on map

Why groups like it:

Located 15 km from Disneyland Paris, 20-30 minutes by coach
Coach journey to the attraction of central Paris
32 km from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport

Facilities:

Student rooms have private facilities and are multi-bedded rooms (2-4 beds)
Flat-screen TVs
Nearby restaurant option

Learning outcomes

Subject focus

Students can:

  • Experience learning outside the classroom in another country – the language, culture, history and geography
  • Practise speaking a foreign language
  • Build confidence and learn to value the skills and techniques needed for personal and team success
  • Broaden the mind through the study of another culture
  • Discover, explore and have fun with fellow students and teachers

Student outcomes

Students will have had an opportunity to:

  • Visit a foreign country and experience another language and culture
  • Gain independence and self-confidence
  • Strengthen existing friendships and make new friends
  • Understand more about history (World War II and the Norman Conquest)
  • Learn about the countryside and local produce
  • Try new activities and have fun

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