Search for self catering holiday gites and villas in Manche, Normandy – Book direct on Rent-in-France. Manche is situated in the Lower Normandy region, in the North of France. The Manche department is surrounded on three sides by the English Channel, which has 350km of coastline, and on the other by the departments of Orne, Calvados, Mayenne and Ille-et-Vilaine. The department includes the Cotentin Peninsula and the islands of Chausey. Rent a holiday home in Manche and explore the wealth of important and interesting historical sights worth visiting, particularly from WW2. Normandy’s capital city, Coutances, is a delightfully attractive town and well worth a visit when on holiday in Manche and boasts some of the most spectacular scenery in northern France. Manche is home to some fantastic beaches, particularly surrounding the legendary Mont St Michel, and are ideal for those who enjoy sunbathing, swimming and sailing in boats or yachts. Cycling and walking are other activities that can be enjoyed in the very natural environment of the Manche department. Whilst staying in holiday accommodation in Manche, the fine cuisine will definitely not disappoint, and for those who like a drink, the Normandy cider will go down a treat! The climate is oceanic, with mild winters and summer temperatures reaching around 25 degrees.