Visits & History
The Cotentin is a natural setting in Normandy but also a coastline steeped in history. June 6, 1944 marked history and we can still imagine the first warships arriving at Utah Beach (5 minutes from the campsite). Along the bay, five “drop zones” allowed the parachuting of soldiers, from Sainte-Mère-Eglise (la Fière) to Carentan.
Utah beach - 5km from the campsite
Through the beach and the D-Day Museum, discover hour by hour the course of this day of June 6, 1944. Whether you are passionate about French history or not, this visit will not leave you without emotions.
Sainte-Mère-Eglise - 13km from the campsite
Sainte Mère-Église is the ideal starting point to discover the D-Day landing beaches and more particularly Utah Beach in Sainte-Marie du Mont. Located about ten kilometers from Carentan, it remains marked by the history of the Battle of Normandy and more precisely by the landing. With Utah Beach, Sainte Mère-Église was one of the two landing zones.
Welcome to Saint Vaast, the French People's Favorite Village 2019
This magnificent village in the Manche department on the Cotentin peninsula is a must see! Saint Vaast is located between fishing and sailing harbor, beaches and nautical activities. An exceptional place where the sea is omnipresent. Spend a beautiful day 25 minutes from our campground and recharge your batteries!
Cotentin and Bessin Marshes Park
Stroll and enjoy the diversity of the landscapes of the regional natural park of the Cotentin and Bessin marshes. Some advice: bring good walking shoes, water and a hat. We keep the espadrilles for the beach activities!
The Pointe du Hoc
Does this name ring a bell? It is a small outpost of the Normandy coast in the Channel Sea, located in Calvados. This small cape was stormed on the morning of June 6 by Colonel Rudder’s Rangers, it is one of the strong points of the German fortifications on the coast. Today, this place evokes what was an artillery battery with its fire direction post, its casemates, its shelters…
Colleville American Cemetery
The American cemetery located in Colleville sur mer overlooks Omaha beach. It is a historical place that we recommend you to visit during your stay in Normandy. There are 9,387 graves of fallen soldiers, the chapel, the memorial and the garden of the missing.
Cité de la mer - Cherbourg
This oceanographic museum is an incredible place! Children and adults alike enjoy this outing in the former Gare Maritime Transatlantique in a magnificent Art Deco building. Between deep-sea diving gear and fish, you will be amazed.
The Mont Saint Michel
1 hour 15 minutes from our Baie des Veys campsite, discover Mont Saint Michel, this unmissable place in Normandy! For a simple walk or a day of exploration, you can have a good time with your family or in a group. You can discover the village, the museums, the abbey and even discover the Bay of Mont Saint Michel, depending on the tides of course!
The cabins of Ravenoville, Sainte Mère Eglise
Do you like colors and photogenic places? These colorful constructions will please you in Ravenoville. This seaside resort is original… You will find small fishermen’s houses and also small buildings which add charm to this surprising corner of the Channel.
The Cotentin is so rewarding! Discover also the sports and discovery activities in the middle of nature!
