The city of Courseulles-sur-Mer, to the rhythm of its fishing port

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Whether you’re a tribe on the move, a duo looking to relax, or grandparents on the go, Courseulles-sur-Mer welcomes you with open arms for an unforgettable stay or weekend getaway.

With its bustling fishing port, relaxed seaside resort atmosphere, wide range of activities, and well-organized entertainment program, Courseulles-sur-Mer is the ideal destination for vacations with family, as a couple, or with grandchildren.

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Head for a vacation in Courseulles-sur-Mer, where summer smells of sea air, warm sand, and shared joy. The destination exudes authenticity, simplicity… and good cheer!

No need to travel to the other side of the world to sunbathe without getting burnt: the mild, sunny climate of the Côte de Nacre is perfect for siestas under a parasol and outings without a soaked sun hat.

What if the sun decides to play hide-and-seek? Head to the Juno Beach Centre, Canada’s only D-Day museum, which showcases Canada’s role in World War II, with a tour adapted for children.

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Discover the Juno Beach sector of the D-Day beaches: an unforgettable history lesson for the whole family!

Immerse yourself in the history of June 6, 1944 at the Juno Beach Center!

This interactive museum offers an educational and captivating guided tour for young and old alike, telling the moving story of Canadian soldiers on D-Day.

Please note: exploration of the bunkers is available as part of guided tours offered during the season by the Juno Beach Centre.

Immersive educational materials, poignant films, objects that belonged to soldiers, the Explore Juno trail for children, and a treasure hunt with Juno Caching: this museum is particularly well suited for families.

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For couples: a little corner of paradise for two

Want to spend time together, enjoy the sea air, and dine while watching the sun set?

Courseulles-sur-Mer also ticks all the boxes when it comes to romance (with a bonus dose of fresh sea air) just a stone’s throw from the pretty villages of Bessin.

• Stroll along the pedestrian promenade hand in hand, sunset over the harbor, drinks on the terrace,

• Take a catamaran or kayak trip for two to admire the Côte de Nacre from a different perspective.

• A moving and meaningful visit to the Juno Beach Centre, Canada’s only museum dedicated to the D-Day landings, for a cultural and historical getaway.

• A hike on the GR 223 trail that crosses the seaside resort of Courseulles-sur-Mer,

• Stroll among the stalls of the Tuesday and Friday markets (as well as Sundays during the season), which are among the busiest on the Côte de Nacre.

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In the 18th century, Courseulles-sur-Mer had 300 oyster beds, which were very popular with Parisian bourgeois families.

Today, the Benoist family continues this tradition, which dates back to the 1950s, producing oysters refined in clear water.

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• The June 6 commemorative ceremony
• The D-Day Festival Normandy, June
• Musical terraces and karaoke evenings, summer
• The festival of the sea, the port, and maritime traditions, summer
• Local produce and craft markets, summer
• DJ parties and fireworks, summer
• The skimboard tour, summer
• The Ferris wheel, summer
• Acadian Week, summer
• Halloween, All Saints’ Day holidays
• the Christmas parade and the illuminated village, Christmas holidays

This list is not exhaustive and is subject to change.