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This cliff top site is for the more adventurous – one has to go out of one’s way to find it. Of the 170 pitches, 72 are for touring; 30 have 10A electricity connections, all are level, clearly marked and separated by bushes. The remaining pitches are occupied by permanent, privately-owned accommodation. The English speaking owners, who purchased this ex-municipal site back in 2002, are really bringing it up to date and the new area is well planned. The owner, along with many sea fishing campers and their boats, are often to be found at sea, catching crabs and other delicacies.
A friendly, family site, l’Anse du Brick overlooks a picturesque bay on the northern tip of the Cotentin Peninsula, eight kilometres east of Cherbourg port. This quality site makes a pleasant night halt or an ideal longer stay destination for those not wishing to travel too far. Its pleasing location offers direct access to a small sandy beach and a woodland walk. This is a mature, terraced site with magnificent views from certain pitches. Tarmac roads lead to the 230 touring pitches (all with 10A electricity) which are level, separated and mostly well shaded by many trees, bushes and shrubs. There are also mobile homes for rent.
Set in the grounds of a château, Castel Camping le Château de Lez Eaux lies in a rural situation just off the main route south, under two hours from Cherbourg. Of the 122 touring pitches, all with electricity (10A, Europlug) and 87 with water and drainage. Most of the pitches are good-sized, partly separated by trees and shrubs on flat or slightly sloping, grassy ground overlooking Normandy farmland and a small fishing lake.
Views of France's most famous river and the wooded hills opposite can be seen from Camping de la Seine, a small riverside campsite tucked away not far from Le Havre. This rural setting has 40 touring pitches, grassy and dotted with fruit trees. The campsite offers spa services, bike hire and a large grassy expanse where youngsters can run around and let off steam. The staff here are keen to ensure a warm welcome and can arrange trips to local attractions and activities. Local farmers occasionally bring fresh local produce to the site.
The Huttopia group acquired camping Calvados-Normandie just before the 2017 season, and significant investment took place in 2018. The site is situated in the grounds of a Normandy château; however, there is no longer any access to the château itself. Huttopia have added chalets, cabins and tents for rent as well as 178 pitches which are dedicated to touring, most with electricity connections. They are large and marked out by trees at the corners, but with no dividing hedges. Reception is in a restored building, and the staff are efficient and friendly.
One hour from Paris, on the banks of the Seine and overlooked by the impressive remains of Château Gaillard (Richard Coeur de Lion), this attractive and spacious ten-hectare site will appeal to couples and young families. The site offers mobile units to rent and touring pitches in separate areas. These are either riverside or in a large central triangle, all very close to the Seine; all pitches are divided by low hedging, and some offer a degree of shade.
La Côte de Nacre is a large, popular commercial site with many facilities of high standards. It is an ideal holiday location for families. Two-thirds are given over to mobile homes (approx 357), and some tour operators are on the site. The 132 touring pitches are reasonable in size and condition, with 10A electricity, water and drainage. There is some hedging, a few trees and pleasant, well-cared-for flowerbeds.
Camping Sandaya Mont-Saint-Michel is a campsite located in Genêts, Normandy, France. It is a great place to stay if you are looking for a relaxing vacation with plenty of activities to enjoy on-site. The campsite is just a short drive from the world-famous Mont Saint-Michel, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. On site, you will find 30 touring pitches with electric hook-up points available, which are delimited by mature hedging giving a sense of privacy to each pitch.
Les Rochers des Parcs is a tranquil, natural site located in the lush valley of the River Orne, at the heart of the Suisse Normande. The landscape is undulating, sheltered and in a well preserved environment, which is carefully managed by the owners. There are 90 marked pitches (80-150 m2), 63 for touring, 55 with electricity (6-10A). They are set in a wooded location with varying degrees of shade, and 20 are directly by the river. This is an ideal site for fishermen, and for rock climbing enthusiasts, as there are rock faces close by with a wide range of difficulty levels.
This delightful, quiet site is located in a peaceful, rural setting, yet is only 8 km. from the busy tourist attraction of Mont Saint-Michel. The site has 100 pitches which include 50 for touring units and 50 for mobile homes to rent. Electricity connections (6/10A) are available to all pitches and many trees and shrubs provide a good amount of shade. A welcoming reception has a terrace overlooking the pool. The site slopes gently down to a small enclosure of farm animals kept to entertain children and adults alike. Here you can meet Nestor and Napoléon, the donkeys, and Linotte the mare, as well as miniature goats, sheep, chickens and ducks. The owners intend to maintain a quiet and peaceful site, hence there are no discos or organised clubs.
The staff at this beautiful campsite offer a warm welcome to visitors. Situated on the edge of the little town of Pontorson, 9 km. from Mont Saint-Michel, the site has 152 pitches, including 118 for touring units. Most have 16A electricity and 24 really large pitches, some of which have water and drainage. Excellent private sanitary facilities are also available on 12 luxury pitches. The comfortable reception area incorporates a pleasant bar where breakfast is served. This opens onto the swimming pool terrace. The site is attractively laid out and includes a Japanese garden. Haliotis (which takes its name from a large shell) is next to the River Couesnon, and it is possible to walk, cycle and canoe along the river to Mont Saint-Michel, though an auberge at half-distance could provide a welcome break!
Camping Les Pommiers is located in Saint-Léonard, Normandy, France. It is a small, family-friendly campsite that is a good base for exploring the Normandy coast. On-site, there are 34 touring pitches, which have electric hook-up points available. Pitches are on flat grass and are delimited by mature hedging, giving each pitch privacy.
Camping Barre Y Va is a gem of a site, close to the riverside town of Caudebec-en-Caux with its attractive promenade and landing stage for the passing cruise ships. Across the road, the River Seine is full of interest with all manner of shipping. Of the 70 pitches, there are 48 for touring spread along the length of the site, divided by small trees and bushes, and with 10A electricity. There is a special gravel area for motorhomes. The owners take great care of their customers and have recently installed a very well designed covered pool complex with slides and jacuzzi chair. The road alongside the site does get busy on week days during the early morning and evening rush hours.
Le Picard campsite is located in Tournières, in the Calvados region in the heart of Normandy. The site is situated right in the centre of the village behind an old farmhouse. The site is small with only 55 grass pitches, 35 of which, with10 amp hook-up point, are available for touring units. Some with hardstanding and some with shade. Don't be put off that this site is small and basic the amenities here are very good with an outdoor heated swimming pool, children's playground and an on-site restaurant. There is a small lake near the site. The site is small and basic, but the service and quality of the amenities are excellent. You can also find a lake on site where you can fish, but you must return your catch to the water. The restaurant here is cosy with a simple menu but offers local cuisine for you to try. There is no on-site shop here, but fresh bread is delivered daily during the high season.
In the countryside, close to a pleasant little village, Camping la Reine Mathilde is within easy reach of the historic town of Bayeux, the D-Day beaches and the interesting fishing port of Port-en-Bessin. The site is in the grounds of a large stone farmhouse. The 76 grassy touring pitches are mainly of a good size and equipped with electrical connections (6A). There are some 49 chalets and mobile homes, with 14 available to rent. Walkers and cyclists are well provided for in the area, with dedicated cycle routes into and around Bayeux. Port-en-Bessin has shops, bars and restaurants and the Omaha Beach Golf Course.
This is a pleasant family site with a friendly, relaxed atmosphere, owned by the Commare family who have made a number of improvements in recent years, by adding a cover to the pool and rebuilding the main toilet block. The 90 grassy pitches (78 for tourers, all with 10A electricity) are attractively located in woodland. Most pitches have some shade at different times of the day.
Les Mouettes is set back from the cliffs, with the pretty seaside resort of Veules-les-Roses below. It is a busy site, attracting many visitors en route from Dieppe. There are 167 pitches in total but many are occupied by mobile homes and seasonal caravans, leaving about 80 for touring, all with 6A electricity, and 21 for tents without electricity. They are level, grassy and divided by hedges, but have no shade. The narrow roads may cause difficulty for larger units. A special area for 16 motorhomes is by the entrance. The site is open for a longer season and may be useful for those travelling south for winter.
Camping de l'Orival is a a peaceful site in the Seine-Maritime. It is just five kilometres from a greenway trail that stretches over 45 traffic-free kilometres between Dieppe and Forges Les Eaux. If cycling isn't your thing, don't worry! The campsite is ideally located for exploring Normandy by car. You can reach the coastal towns of Eu and Dieppe in 35 minutes or the historic city of Rouen in 50. Eawy Forest is just a 15-minute drive away for a quieter escape, perfect for leisurely walks and picnics. On-site, there are 82 touring pitches, of which have electric hook-up points available. Pitches are delimited by mature hedging, giving privacy during your stay here, and mature trees are dotted around, giving much-needed shade during the summer.
Le Grand Large is a well-established, quality family site with direct access to a long sandy beach within 20 km. drive of Cherbourg. It is a neat site with about 120 touring pitches divided and separated by hedging, giving an orderly, well-laid-out, attractive appearance. Almost all have electricity (10A Europlug), water and drainage. There are 50 mobile homes to rent in three separate areas.
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Normandy
A striking area whose beauty lies not only in the landscape, Normandy is famed for its seafood and Celtic tradition. Certain areas of Normandy remain untouched and wonderfully old fashioned.
Just across the Channel, Normandy’s history is inextricably linked with our own in the UK, from 1066 and all that to the Normandy Landings of D-Day in June 1944. Yet, from the stylish seaside resorts to the old half-timbered manor houses surrounded by lush pastures and cider orchards, Normandy still seems largely untouched by the rigours of the modern world.
Laying on the upper edge of France, Normandy has a striking and wonderfully old-fashioned feel characterised by a craggy granite coastline, quiet villages and unspoilt countryside. It’s a place with a noticeable artistic streak: Monet’s garden at Giverny is located here, and the fine Gothic architecture of Rouen Cathedral was the subject of a number of the impressionist’s paintings. Towns such as Honfleur typify the picturesque maritime charm of its ports.
The Manche department is the finger that points across the Channel at Britain, and it stretches from the port of Cherbourg on the tip of the Cotentin peninsula to the Mont St Michel – the most visited site in France – right on the border with Brittany. The granite coastline, sandy coves and the inland bocage, a dense array of hedgerows and trees that so obstructed the Allies in 1944, has changed little in centuries.
A journey through Normandy cannot fail to reveal its significant part in western history. The Bayeux Tapestry depicts the Battle of Hastings and, most famously, its coastline hosts the five beaches onto which the Allied troops landed on D-Day. Caen’s Memorial Museum follows the course of the event and the beaches themselves remain a primary reason for many to visit the region. Even its medieval castle played a part in the Second World War; today, it serves as a museum exhibiting Normandy’s art and history.
Normandy is known as the dairy of France and its dishes often feature cream, butter, and fine cheeses such as Camembert and Pont l’Evêque. The cider route takes in the countryside and pretty villages of the Pays d’Auge, where Calvados, the distinctive apple brandy, and cider are produced.
Normandy Blogs
Seafood of Normandy
Rob Fearn | 20 Feb 2023 | Read time: 4m 38s
Normandy is synonymous with many things: 1066 and all that. The D-Day Landing Beaches. Calvados and orchards. But its seafood is a stand out feature of this slow paced, bucolic region.
Read MoreThe Normandy beaches of D-Day
Ben Tully | 5 Jun 2017 | Read time: 5m 3s
The beaches of Normandy saw the largest seaborne invasion in history - 6th June 1944 or D-Day marked the beginning of the Allied campaign to wrestle occupied Europe from Nazi control
Read MoreCommemorating the 80th Anniversary of D-Day - 2024
Rob Fearn | 26 Jun 2023 | Read time: 3m 45s
The 6th of June 2024 will mark the 80th anniversary of D-Day, an opportune time to reflect on the historic events that unfolded along the Normandy coast in the days that followed.
Read MoreA REGION OF CONTRASTS
A region of contrasts
Normandy has a rich landscape full of variety. Its superb coastline includes the Cotentin Peninsula, the cliffs of the Côte d’Albâtre and the fine beaches and fashionable resorts of the Côte Fleurie. Notable spots include Houlgate with its pretty promenade and vast sandy beach, and Cabourg, a popular resort with large sandy beach and a whiff of Edwardian elegance about it – stroll around the marina admiring the yachts or meander through the formal gardens.
The beaches may be wide and sandy, but the rolling countryside of the interior conceals a wealth of quiet, unassuming villages, ancient market towns and unspoilt countryside calling out for leisurely exploration. Rouen is the largest city, the scene of Joan of Arc’s martyrdom and renowned as the ‘town of a thousand spires’ that inspired the Impressionist painter Monet.
CAMPING IN NORMANDY
Camping in Normandy
A hardy perennial camping destination, Normandy is a convenient entry point to much of France. Many people drive straight through Normandy, chasing the sun (not always successfully!) and ignoring the glories of this fabulous region in their haste.
Campsites in Normandy are family-friendly, with generally spacious grassy pitches and well demarcated with attractive shrubs and tidy hedging. It is not uncommon for campsites to have been established in orchards where an apple tree still remains on each pitch.
Most campers either enjoy the beaches and the historical sights of the region, or are keen outdoor activity fans, enjoying walking, canoeing, cycling along quiet country lanes or playing golf on some of France’s best courses with the lushest and greenest of greens.
GETTING TO NORMANDY
Getting to Normandy
It’s a short hop across the Channel to Normandy. And there are always special prices on certain sailings so do shop around. Brittany Ferries sails from Portsmouth to Cherbourg or Le Havre and Caen, as well as Poole to Cherbourg. Overnight ferry crossings are more expensive, with cabins a popular extra, but you do arrive refreshed. DFDS sails from Newhaven to Dieppe.
PLACES OF INTEREST
Places of interest
Bayeux: Founded by the Romans, sacked by the Vikings, then home to the celebrated 11th century tapestry, 70 metres long and depicting the Norman conquest of England in 1066, Bayeux has endured a troubled history. The town centre is picturesque with narrow cobbled lanes, ancient timbered buildings and a magnificent cathedral. The cemetery on the outskirts, with some 4,648 white headstones, is particularly moving.
Suisse Normande: One of Normandy’s most beautiful regions: a delightful wooded landscape with rocky ravines, trout streams and the greenest of valleys. This is a great area for canoeing and rock climbing, and there are wonderful hiking trails to the south. All very different to the vast beaches of the coast and the sleepy, lush meadows of the interior to the north.
Mont St Michel: A view unchanged for centuries and as you drive around the bay, the mount pops up on the horizon at intervals in a picture-postcard scene that is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Even General Eisenhower mentioned this view in his memoirs. The ancient Benedictine monastery is connected by a causeway, surrounded by salt marshes with grazing sheep at low tide.
Honfleur: A photographer’s dream, and the subject of countless paintings, this is perhaps one of France’s most quaint and photogenic small ports. A fascinating variety of boats moor up in the ancient dock, just yards from wonderful seafood restaurants which fight for the freshest of fish. The high, narrow houses, painted in faded pastel hues, cast their reflection in the water and are the iconic backdrop to a timeless, picturesque scene.
Caen: Steeped in history, Caen is a bustling university town dominated by the 11th century fortress and Abbaye aux Hommes, an architectural gem built by William the Conqueror. On the outskirts of town the Caen Memorial Museum is a superb reminder of the terrible story of the Battle of Normandy and is a place of solemn pilgrimage for those seeking a better understanding of the events of the D-Day Landings of 1944.
Deauville: With its stylish beach promenade and racy nightlife, not to mention Grand Casino, racecourse and film festival, Deauville has been a magnet for those seeking the high life, sprinkled with a little glamour, since the mid 19th century.
Cherbourg: La Cité de la Mer; Château des Ravalet; Thomas Henry Museum.
Omaha Beach: D-Day beaches; landing site monuments; American cemetery.
Giverny: home of impressionist painter Claude Monet; Monet Museum.
Lisieux: pilgrimage site, shrine of Ste Thérèse.
Rouen: Joan of Arc Museum; Gothic churches, cathedrals, abbey, clock tower.
NORMANDY CUISINE
Normandy cuisine
Known as the dairy of France, Normandy’s markets are abundant with rich cream, butter, and fine cheeses such as Camembert and Pont l’Evêque. Voluptuous sauces are typical of the region as are desserts made with orchard fruits like apples, pears and cherries. Fish, and shellfish such as mussels, scallops and oysters, are sensational.
The Saturday market at Bayeux is one of the finest, with countless stalls vying for attention, all offering delectable treats. The many apple orchards are used in producing cider and the well known Calvados, the region’s apple brandy.
Andouillette de Vire: Small chitterling (tripe) sausage.
Barbue au cidre: Brill cooked in cider and Calvados.
Douillon aux pommes à la Normande: Baked apples in pastry.
Escalope (Vallée d’Auge): Veal sautéed and flamed in Calvados with cream and apples.
Teurgoule: Rice pudding with cinnamon.
Tripes à la mode de Caen: Stewed beef tripe with onions, carrots, leeks, garlic, cider and
Calvados.