 Beyond the sloping fields of the valley of the river Dives, the hills of the Pays d'Auge can be seen in the far distance.Restored according to plans, of 1813, these French geometric gardens perfectly complement the equally symmetrical garden front of the château.An avenue of 150-year-old limes or lindens, to the side of the chateau, marks the area of the ‘practical’ or ‘utility’ gardens.