Camping in Calvados by the sea
Calvados, in the heart of Normandy, is a popular destination for outdoor vacations. Between historic beaches, fishing ports and natural landscapes, the coastline offers the ideal setting for a relaxing stay. Choosing a campsite in Calvados by the sea allows you to take full advantage of the maritime atmosphere and the region’s many riches.
Located in Port-en-Bessin, Camping de la Prairie is the ideal address for discovering the Bessin coast. This 2-star campsite, appreciated for its peace and quiet, offers a friendly, peaceful setting within easy reach of the main tourist sites in Calvados.
What to see and do in Port-en-Bessin and Calvados?
Port-en-Bessin-Huppain is one of Calvados‘ most emblematic fishing ports. Its lively port, quays and seafood restaurants offer an authentic, typically Norman atmosphere. Take a stroll along the harbor to watch the boats and enjoy the maritime life.
Camping de la Prairie enjoys a privileged location just 500 meters from the town center, supermarket and seafront, making it easy for holidaymakers to get around on foot and leave their cars at the campsite for the duration of their vacation.
The Bessin region is also famous for its D-Day beaches. Omaha Beach, Pointe du Hoc and the American cemetery at Colleville-sur-Mer are just a few of the sites that bear witness to the history of the D-Day landings of June 6, 1944, and are located close to the campsite.
The town of Bayeux, just a few kilometers from Port-en-Bessin, is also worth a visit for its magnificent cathedral and famous Bayeux tapestry, listed as a World Heritage treasure, as well as its medieval town center.
Things to do
A stay at a campsite by the sea in Calvados offers a wide choice of outdoor activities. Walks and bike rides are ideal for discovering the landscapes of the Normandy coast and the villages of the Bessin region.
Fishing on foot is a very popular activity on the coast. When the tides are high, families can set off in search of shellfish and small crustaceans on the foreshore. Water-based activities such as sea kayaking, sailing and paddle-boarding are also popular ways to enjoy the sea in a different way.
For swimming, the nearest supervised beach to the campsite is around 8 kilometers away, so you can enjoy the sea in complete safety during the summer months.
Dogs accepted
Many holidaymakers want to be able to go on vacation with their pets. At Camping de la Prairie, pets are pets are acceptedso visitors can enjoy their stay in Normandy with their four-legged companion.
Walks around the port, along the coast and along the country lanes of Calvados offer many opportunities to share pleasant moments with your dog during the vacations.
The seaside
The Calvados seaside is one of the region’s main assets. Staying at a seaside campsite in Normandy allows you to enjoy unique maritime landscapes, with long sandy beaches, cliffs and traditional fishing ports.
In Port-en-Bessin, the proximity of the sea is particularly appreciated by holidaymakers. The seafront is just 500 meters from Camping de la Prairie, providing easy access to the harbor quays and coastal promenades. Visitors can admire the fishing boats, watch the tides or simply enjoy the sea air on a sunset stroll.
The Bessin coastline also offers many remarkable views of the English Channel. Between the D-Day beaches, the cliffs and the small Normandy ports, each outing reveals a new landscape. This natural setting is ideal for lovers of the sea, photography and nature walks.
Camping de la Prairie in Port-en-Bessin
Camping de la Prairie is a 2-star campsite in Calvados particularly appreciated for its calm and family atmosphere. Located in Port-en-Bessin, it offers a relaxing stay close to the main tourist attractions of the Normandy coast.
Thanks to its location just a few minutes from the town center, the supermarket and the seaside, holidaymakers can easily organize their days between visits, activities and moments of relaxation at the campsite.
Camping pitches
Camping de la Prairie offers pitches for tents, caravans and motorhomes. These pitches offer an authentic camping experience in a peaceful, natural setting.
Campers particularly appreciate the tranquility of the site, ideal for resting after a day spent exploring Calvados and its maritime landscapes.
Our mobile homes
The campsite also offers comfortable mobile homes for rent, perfect for holidaymakers who want to combine comfort with a stay in the great outdoors. The mobile homes feature a functional living space with several beds and a fully equipped kitchen.
These accommodations are particularly suited to families or groups of friends who want to enjoy a seaside campsite in Calvados, while benefiting from practical, pleasant accommodation for their vacations in Normandy.
Other Calvados towns ideal for a day out include Arromanches-les-Bains, Caen, Grandcamp-Maisy, Isigny-sur-Mer and Asnelles.
