Camping in Calvados – Normandy’s Coastline, Cider and Historic Heritage
Calvados, situated in the heart of Normandy, is a region where coastline, history and gastronomy meet. It is widely known for the D-Day landing beaches, elegant seaside resorts and rolling countryside dotted with apple orchards. A camping holiday in Calvados offers a peaceful base close to the sea or within the rural Norman landscape.
The coast features sandy beaches such as Ouistreham and Cabourg, alongside the historic landing sites of Omaha Beach and Gold Beach. Museums and memorials commemorate the events of 1944. Cultural highlights include Caen, with its castle built by William the Conqueror, and Bayeux, home to the famous Bayeux Tapestry.
Inland, the scenery is characterised by green pastures, half-timbered houses and orchards producing cider and the renowned Calvados apple brandy. The region reflects authentic Norman charm.
Campsites in Calvados are located along the coast and in the tranquil countryside, offering touring pitches and well-equipped accommodation. The area is ideal for families, history enthusiasts and travellers seeking a varied Normandy holiday.
6 campsites found.
- Close to Caen – great for short breaks
- Ideal base for exploring
- Heated, indoor pool
- Rural delights, historic sights
Situated between Deauville and Cabourg, set in the heart of the Calvados region and overlooking the pretty seaside resort of Houlgate in Normandy, the Four Star La Vallee is a very comfortable campsite. You will like its tree and flower filled park covering 11 hectares (approx. 27 acres). Its undulating aspect with superb views over the sea and the...
- Castle grounds camping
- Near D-Day beaches
- Pool & toddler pool
- Spacious 10-hectare park
Are you looking for a unique castle camping experience? The 4-star Camping Château de Martragny is situated between Bayeux and Caen, just a short drive from the Normandy landing beaches. The campsite offers around 160 spacious pitches scattered across 10 hectares of parkland surrounding the 18th-century château. A long, tree-lined avenu...
Camping La Vallée de Deauville is located on the Normandy coast in the Calvados region east of Caen. Deauville is a well known resort, as indeed is Trouville close by. The neat and tidy camp site is very natural with plenty of greenery and flowers, and there is a lake where you can go fishing. Apart from the Atlantic beaches you can also enjoy fun ...
- A glorious and authentic parc
- Splash around the pool
- Normandy beaches nearby: Deauville 25.0km
- Attractions nearby
A lovely parc in beautiful and relaxing surroundings, with superb facilities and a friendly welcome assured every time. Nestling in orchards surrounding the lake and overlooked by the château itself, this is a glorious setting for a family holiday. It's a well run parc with immaculate facilities where you will receive a very warm welcome from...
- Pleasant, relaxing atmosphere
- Tropical pool complex (open beginning of May )
- Covered pool (heated subject to local climate conditions)
- Sauna and Hammam with treatments*
La Côte de Nacre, a member of the Yelloh! Village chain of campsites, is a family-run site on the outskirts of the resort of St Aubin-sur-Mer. With a pleasant, relaxing atmosphere the facilities of this campsite are modern and well-maintained. The children will enjoy the covered pool, overlooked by the bar, with waterchute and waterslidesWith...
- On the Côte de Fleurie
- Visit Omaha Beach (40 miles)
- Childrens farm on site
- Bike routes nearby
Less than 3 kilometers from the Normandy coast, directly on the River Orne, you will find Camping Riva Bella. From here, discover the Côte de Fleurie and the nature reserve around the campsite. On the campsite itself there is a heated outdoor swimming pool, covered with a sliding roof. You will also find two playgrounds for children in the park. Yo...