After exploring the half-timbered charm of Rouen, Rick Steves reflects on Monet's lily ponds, peeks in on local artisans, and sets up an easel at Honfleur's harbor. He ventures into composer Eric Satie's eccentric world, and feasts on the finest of Normandy cuisine. After pondering sacrifice, and celebrating freedom on the D-Day beaches, he hikes with pilgrims to the enchanted island abbey of Mont St. Michel.