The department calvados
Calvados, a department located in Normandy, is a destination not to be missed for lovers of history, gastronomy, and breathtaking natural landscapes. If you are looking for a place to relax and enjoy all the wonders this region has to offer, Capfun campings such as Camping Falaises in Gonneville sur Mer, Camping Donjon De Lars in Courseulles-sur-Mer, Camping La Citadelle de Loustic in Hermanville sur Mer, Camping Le Château d'Arvid in Villerville, Camping Hautes Coutures in Benouville, Camping Joncal in Grandcamp - Maisy, and Camping Havre de bernières in Bernières-sur-Mer are the ideal option for lodging and exploring the surrounding areas. Here are five must-visit places that you can see within 30 minutes from one of the Capfun campsites.
The village of Villerville, located just a few minutes from Camping Le Château d'Arvid, is a charming fishing village with typical Norman architecture, cobbled streets, half-timbered houses, and a small port. You can also visit the Maison de la Nature et de l'Estuaire, a museum that showcases the biodiversity of the region and the animal species that inhabit the Seine estuary.
The D-Day landing site, located in Courseulles-sur-Mer, just a few minutes from Camping Donjon De Lars, is a historic beach that was the site of the Allied troops' landing in Normandy in 1944. You can visit the Juno Beach Centre to learn about the history of this crucial period of World War II. You can also relax on the beach or engage in water sports.
The historic Château de Bénouville, dating back to the 18th century, is a magnificent example of classic French architecture, and you can visit a museum dedicated to the history of the site. The castle's gardens are also not to be missed, with their walking paths and beautiful rose garden just a few minutes from Camping Hautes Coutures.
The Merville Battery Museum, located in Grandcamp-Maisy, just a few minutes from Camping Joncal, is dedicated to the famous Merville Battery, a strategic position that was taken by the Allied forces during the Normandy Landing. You can discover period objects, models, and testimonies from veterans who fought on this site.
The historic city of Caen, located just a few minutes from Camping Falaises, boasts many treasures, such as the Château de Caen, a medieval fortress, and the Abbaye aux Hommes and Abbaye aux Dames, two magnificent religious buildings. You can also discover many restaurants and shops that showcase local products, such as the famous Calvados.
Speaking of local products, Calvados is known for its unique and tasty culinary specialties. You can taste cider, andouille de Vire, camembert, pommeau, and of course Calvados, an eau-de-vie made from apples. The scents in the region are also a true delight for the senses, with the aromas of apples and cider mixing with the scents of the sea and fields of flowers.
Here is the list of our holiday parks in Calvados
Conveniently situated near the D-Day landing beaches. This campsite is located on Caen's doorstep for favourable commuting to and from the city (approximately 25 minutes by car). The town of Bayeux is easy to reach (30 minutes by car), giving you the possibility to visit the Bayeux Tapestry, one of the world's most famous pieces of medieval art in, all its glory.
Located in Villerville, in the Calvados department, the 4-star Camping Capfun Le Château d'Arvid welcomes you for a family holiday just 2.5 km from the beaches of Normandy, 6 km from Deauville and 9 km from Honfleur. Enjoy comfortable, fully equipped mobile homes and a large aquatic area with 2 heated outdoor swimming pools, 1 heated indoor swimming pool, the Spacebowl and multi-lane waterslides. Younger children will love the Patau-Splatch with its 3 waterslides and water play features, as well as the large pirate ship-themed Carabouille playground. With family entertainment, sports activities and opportunities to explore the Côte Fleurie, get ready for a holiday full of adventures!
amongst 2.5 acres of wilderness in the exceptional area of the Vaches Noires cliffs (black cow cliffs). The comfort of a 4-star rated campsite with a splendid view overlooking the sea.
Located in Bénouville, Normandy, just 5 km from the D-Day landing beaches, Camping Capfun Hautes Coutures welcomes you for a family holiday beside the Caen Canal, which leads to the sea. Enjoy 2 heated outdoor swimming pools and 1 heated indoor swimming pool, waterslides including the Spacebowl, as well as a pump track and the Carabouille playground. With direct access to the cycle path, set off to discover Ouistreham, Pegasus Bridge, Caen and the treasures of the Côte de Nacre!
Located in Touques, in the Calvados department, in the heart of the Côte Fleurie, Camping Clicochic Les Haras de Deauville welcomes you for a family holiday just 5 km from the beaches and Deauville. This 4-star campsite offers fully equipped, comfortable mobile homes in a friendly, family atmosphere. Enjoy its aquatic area featuring a heated indoor swimming pool, a heated outdoor swimming pool, Triple Slide multi-lane waterslides and a fun paddling pool with the La Vipère waterslide. Children can also have fun at Azalée Castle! Ideally located near Trouville-sur-Mer, Honfleur and Cabourg, the campsite is the perfect starting point for discovering Normandy's beaches, villages and hidden treasures.
Let yourself be charmed by the peaceful seaside and choose Camping Le Joncal as your holiday destination!
Located in Bernières-sur-Mer, in the Calvados department, Camping Clicochic Havre de Bernières welcomes you for a family holiday just 300 m from the beaches of Normandy and 2 km from Courseulles-sur-Mer. In a peaceful, green setting, enjoy comfortable, fully equipped mobile homes, a heated outdoor swimming pool and 2 fun paddling pools. For even more holiday fun, benefit from free access to the aquatic centre and shows at Camping Capfun Donjon de Lars, located 1.5 km away. With 2 adult bikes provided free of charge per mobile home, set off to explore the coastline and the famous D-Day landing beaches, close to the Juno Beach Centre, Arromanches and the Caen Memorial Museum.
Located in Hermanville-sur-Mer, Normandy, just 900 m from the beaches, Camping Capfun La Citadelle de Loustic welcomes you for a family holiday on the Côte de Nacre, in the heart of the D-Day Landing Beaches area. Enjoy 2 heated outdoor pools and 1 heated indoor pool, water slides including the Spacebowl, and a Patau-Splatch water play area for younger children. In summer, the Red Fun Dose entertainment programme brings fun and excitement to your days! You can also explore Ouistreham, Caen and Cabourg nearby.
Gelegen in Houlgate, in het departement Calvados, op slechts 2 km van de stranden, verwelkomt Camping Clicochic Les Chevaliers je in een groene en rustige omgeving, midden in de Côte Fleurie. Geniet van gloednieuwe, comfortabele en volledig uitgeruste stacaravans en een prachtig zwemparadijs met een verwarmd buitenzwembad, een verwarmd binnenzwembad en de waterglijbanen Spacebowl en Double Slide, evenals leuke peuterbaden. Kinderen zullen dol zijn op het Azalée-kasteel! Dankzij de ideale ligging vlak bij Cabourg, Deauville en de kliffen van Vaches Noires is de camping de perfecte uitvalsbasis om samen met het gezin de charme van Normandië te ontdekken.
Camping L'Odyssée, located near Deauville and Cabourg, offers family-friendly accommodations in a lush setting just a short distance from Villers-sur-Mer and its long sandy beach. Guests can enjoy two heated indoor pools, a paddling pool, and thrilling slides including the spectacular Spacebowl for relaxation and excitement.
Located in Varaville, in the Calvados department, Camping Clicochic Brise de Cabourg welcomes you for a family holiday just 550 m from a beautiful sandy beach and 4 km from Cabourg, in the heart of the Côte Fleurie. In a peaceful and pleasant setting, enjoy comfortable, fully equipped mobile homes, a heated outdoor swimming pool and a new heated indoor swimming pool with a waterslide and water play features. Younger children will love the heated fun paddling pool and the Azalée play area. Set off to discover Normandy's must-see attractions, including Houlgate, Deauville, Honfleur and the D-Day landing beaches!
At the heart of the landing beaches, with direct access to the beach from the campsite