La Côte de Nacre St Aubin-sur-Mer Site no: NR012

At a Glance

• B
• Relaxing
• Relaxing
• Near beach
• Football
• Other sports
• Waterslides
• Covered pools

Within easy reach of the Channel ports, this modern family-run parc is situated close to miles of sandy beaches.

La Côte de Nacre, a member of the Yelloh! Village chain is a family-run parc on the outskirts of St Aubin-sur-Mer. With a pleasant and relaxing atmosphere, the facilities of this parc are modern and well-maintained. Children will enjoy the covered pool, overlooked by the bar, with its waterchute and waterslides. During high season the parc organises entertainment and outdoor discos for all the family. The nearest beach is 500m away and the flat countryside makes this area ideal for exploring by bike.

Setting: Beach

Star Rating: 4

Opening dates

01/04/2010 - 19/09/2010

Mobiles open 01/04/2010 - 19/09/2010

Pitches

Number of Pitches: 537

Shade: None have any.

Surface: Grass.

Tent Privacy: Some of the pitches are separated.

Mobiles privacy: Some of the pitches are separated.

Keycamp Extras

Linen Hire
D-Day Guides
Charcoal BBQ provided
Wine Notes

Important information

Vehicles

Are vehicles allowed on pitches: Yes

Maximum number of vehicles: 1

Dogs

Are dogs allowed: Yes

Must be kept on a leash: Yes

Maximum number of dogs: 1

Which accommodation are dogs allowed in: All accommodation types except Prestiges and Vistas

Out and about

Only a short drive from the famous D-Day landing beaches and the historic town of Bayeux, home to the famous tapestry. The nearby city of Caen is the gateway to the Calvados region, well known for its oysters. Two miles away is the resort of Luc-sur-Mer, where you can still see the huge skeleton of a whale which beached there ninety years ago.

The following facilities are available:

Reception

Languages spoken: French, Dutch and English.

Other services: Phone boxes, fax machine, stamps and post box. Internet available WiFi available Credit cards accepted: Visacard and Mastercard

Shops

Minimarket: Details not known Open 21/03/2010 - 14/09/2010

Main shop: Details not known Open 21/03/2010 - 14/09/2010

Dining

Restaurant: Light and airy with a beach theme. Family friendly Location: Next to the pool and reception Open 01/04/2010 - 16/09/2010

Take-away: Chips, burgers, hot dogs, pizzas, chicken Open 02/04/2010 - 16/09/2010

Bars

Bar Friendly, family-run bar. Open 02/04/2010 Location: Near the swimming pool and main entrance.

Discos

Family Disco: Open 29/06/2010 - 29/08/2010

Adult's Disco: Open 29/06/2010 - 29/08/2010

Children's Disco: Open 29/06/2010 - 29/08/2010

Other

Animation Team: Sports tournaments, karaoke, dancing, Miss Campsite competition. Open 02/04/2010 - 16/09/2010

Television Room: satellite tv

Games Room: Pinball, video games etc

Laundry

Washers: 10 x machines €5.00 per load

Dryers: 5 x machines €4.00 per load

Sanitation

Hot Showers
Baby Baths
Baby Changing Facilities
Toilets
Children's Toilets

Some facilities remain closed in low season, please check at the time of booking if there is an activity or facility which is key for your holiday.

First pool

For: All the family. Open 02/04/2010 - 26/09/2010 (Covered Heated)

Depth: From 0.90m to 1.70m

Size: 160m2

Second pool

For: All the family. Open 02/04/2010 - 26/09/2010 (Outdoor Heated)

Depth: From 1.00m to 1.50m

Third pool

For: All the family. Open 02/04/2010 - 26/09/2010 (Outdoor Heated)

Depth: From 0.10m to 0.90m

Fourth pool

For: Children. Open 02/04/2010 - 26/09/2010 (Covered Heated)

Depth: From 0.10m to 0.20m

Size: 25m2

Fifth pool

For: Plunge pool. Open 02/04/2010 - 26/09/2010 (Outdoor Heated)

Depth: From 1.05m to 1.05m

Size: 50m2

Waterchutes: Twisty (1 x chutes) Restrictions: Must know how to swim or be supervised by a parent

Waterslides: Quite fast (4 x slides) Restrictions: Must know how to swim or be supervised by a parent

Spas

Sauna Open 02/04/2010 - 26/09/2010

Jacuzzi Open 02/04/2010 - 26/09/2010

Extra information

Lifeguard - High Season
Lifeguard - Low Season
Sunloungers
Sun Terrace

Regulations: Bracelets required, Shorts not allowed, T-shirts not allowed, Parental supervision required

Charge for pool pass: Free

There are no children's clubs available at this location.

The following activities are available:

Site Run Children's Activities

Various

Languages spoken: English, French, Dutch

Open 02/04/2010 - 16/09/2010

Sports

Tennis

Open 02/04/2010 - 26/09/2010

Table Tennis

4 tables

Equipment hire available: Yes

Football

1 five-a-side pitch, Surface: Concrete

Badminton

1 court

Equipment hire available: Yes

Basketball

Volleyball

Open 02/04/2010 - 26/09/2010

1 court

Skateboard/rollerskating

Boules

Site arranged tournaments available

Playgrounds

1 playground

Equipment Hire

Cycle Hire

Open 21/03/2010 - 14/09/2010

Adults: €30.00 / week €12.00 / day

helmets available

Some facilities remain closed in low season, please check at the time of booking if there is an activity or facility which is key for your holiday.

The following local attractions are available:

Nearby

Nearest beach: St Aubin-sur-Mer 500meters

Nearest river: 3km

Shopping

Nearest town/village: St Aubin sur Mer: 1km

Places of Interest

Luc Sur Mer: 5km
Bayeux: 28km
Cabourg: 32km
Houlgate: 36km
Deauville/Trouville: 51km
Pont L'Eveque: 65km
Honfleur: 83km
Mont St. Michel: 140km
Rouen: 144km
Paris: 250km

Attractions

Aquarium Vivarium de Trouville

600m² of exhibition floor space. Over 70 tanks representing sea life from around the world. Also animals and insects from the rainforests around the world. There is also a gift shop.

Festyland

Leisure park for all ages. There are rides for smaller children and families. A Viking battle is held every day in July and August. Free parking. Souvenir shop and a variety of restaurants.

Zoo Jurques

Zoo set in 10 hectares of land. Many species of animals and you can watch as the animals are fed.

Bayeux Tapestry

The Bayeux Tapestry tells the story of the Norman Conquest. It is over 900 years old and is 70 metres long with 58 different episodes.

Château de Henry Fontaine

13th Century Château which has been preserved as a family home. Architectural styles are Gothic, Renaissance and Neoclassical. A magnificent collection of Renaissance paintings, porcelain and furniture are on display.

Musée de Normandie

This museum opened to the public in 1963 and focuses its collections on the following: the History of Normandy, archeology and ethnography.

Château de Creully

Château de Creully became a VIP overnight House during WWII after Montgomery captured it. The château can be visited by private arrangements. Close by is Creully castle which is another fascinating place to visit.

Musee du Debarquement

The museum has a mission to tell younger generations about the events of 6th June 1944. The museum was created in 1953 and is built on the site of the artificial harbour. Guided tours are available in English and German. A visit lasts 1 hour and 15 minutes. Souvenir gift shop at the museum.

Le Mémorial de Caen

The Caen Memorial was born out of an idea to create a place reflecting on world wars. The museum places the emphasis on emotions of war. There is a park where you can stroll around. Interactive data terminals. Video and book shop. Restaurant, bar and giftshop. Free Parking. Around half a million visitors each year.

Musée de la Seconde Guerre Mondiale

Small museum dedicated to the second world war. Displays of miliatary weapons and uniforms.

The following travel details are available:

Airport(s)

Beauvais airport: 231km

Deauville airport: 60km

Dinard airport: 188km

Caen airport: 10km

Port(s)

Zeebrugge: 474km

Caen: 18km

Calais: 359km

Cherbourg: 136km

Dieppe: 197km

Le Havre: 111km

Roscoff: 354km

St Malo: 185km

Public Transport

Local Railway: SNCF Caen, 12km

Local Bus Service: Caen, Luc sur Mer, 0.3km

With easy links to the main channel ferry ports and four regional airports, travelling to your holiday destination is quick and easy. Superb beaches, Aqualand waterpark, Nausicaa - the world's largest aquarium and la Cite de la Mer make this a great destination. From fashionable seaside resorts, wonderful walks and rolling countryside to World War 1 battlefields and D-Day beaches, this is a region of contrasts.