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

At a Glance

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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.

Only conventional swimwear, such as swimming trunks are allowed in the pool.

Setting: Beach

Opening dates

• Mobiles open 04/04/2012 - 16/09/2012

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
• Charcoal BBQ provided
• Junior Tents
• Wine Notes
• D-Day Guides

Important information

Exceptions

• Max. 6 per tent
• Max. 6 per mobile home
• Charcoal barbecue: provided

Vehicles

• Are vehicles allowed on pitches: Yes

• Maximum number of vehicles: 1

Dogs

• Are dogs allowed: Yes

• Are dogs allowed in our accommodation: Yes

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

• Must be kept on a leash: Yes

• Maximum number of dogs: 1

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 (€0.00)
• Credit cards accepted: Visacard and Mastercard
• ID Cards or bracelets given on arrival

Shops

• Open 30/03/2012 - 23/09/2012

• Main shop: Open 30/03/2012 - 23/09/2012

Dining

• Restaurant: Light and airy with a beach theme. Family friendly Location: Next to the pool and reception Open 30/03/2012 - 23/09/2012

• Take-away: Chips, burgers, hot dogs, pizzas, chicken Open 30/03/2012 - 23/09/2012

Bars

• Bar Friendly, family-run bar. Open 30/03/2012 Location: Near the swimming pool and main entrance.

Discos

• Family Disco: Open 29/06/2012 - 29/08/2012
• Adult's Disco: Open 29/06/2012 - 29/08/2012
• Children's Disco: Open 30/03/2012 - 23/09/2012

Other

• Animation Team: Sports tournaments, karaoke, dancing, Miss Campsite competition. Open 30/03/2012 - 23/09/2012
• Television Room: Eurosport and French 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

• 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 30/03/2012 - 23/09/2012 (Covered Heated)
• Depth: From 0.90m to 1.70m
• Size: 160m2

Second pool

• For: All the family. Open 15/05/2012 - 15/09/2012 (Outdoor Heated)
• Depth: From 1.00m to 1.50m

Third pool

• For: All the family. Open 15/05/2012 - 15/09/2012 (Outdoor Heated)
• Depth: From 0.10m to 0.90m

Fourth pool

• For: Children. Open 30/03/2012 - 23/09/2012 (Covered Heated)
• Depth: From 0.10m to 0.20m
• Size: 25m2

Fifth pool

• For: Slide/Chute pool. Open 15/05/2012 - 15/09/2012 (Outdoor Heated)
• Depth: From 1.05m to 1.05m
• Size: 50m2
• Waterchutes: Twisty (1 x chutes) Restrictions: children must be able swimmers or have parental supervision
• Waterslides: Quite fast (4 x slides) Restrictions: Must know how to swim or be supervised by a parent

Spas

• Sauna Open 02/04/2012 - 26/09/2012
• Jacuzzi Open 02/04/2012 - 26/09/2012

Extra information

• Lifeguard - High Season
• Lifeguard - Low Season
• Sunloungers (€0.00 charge)
• 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 30/03/2012 - 23/09/2012

Watersports

Windsurfing

• Windsurfing not available on the campsite, nearest Windsurfing is 14.5 km from the campsite

Kayaking

• Kayaking not available on the campsite, nearest Kayaking is 19.0 km from the campsite

Sports

Tennis

Table Tennis

• Open 02/04/2012 - 26/09/2012
• 4 tables

• Equipment hire available: Yes

Football

• 1 five-a-side pitch, Surface: Concrete

Badminton

• 1 court

• Equipment hire available: Yes

Basketball

Volleyball

• Open 02/04/2012 - 26/09/2012
• 1 court

Skateboard/Rollerskating

Boules

• Site arranged tournaments available

Horse Riding

Golf

• No golf course on the campsite, nearest golf course is 17.50 km from the campsite

Playgrounds

• 1 playground

Equipment Hire

Cycle Hire

• Open 30/03/2012 - 23/09/2012
• 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: 3.0km

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)

• Dinard (DNR): 188km
• Beauvais (BVA): 231km
• Caen airport (CFR): 26km
• Deauville airport: 60km

Port(s)

• Zeebrugge (ZEI): 474km
• Caen Ouistreham (CAE): 13km
• Calais Ferry (CAL): 359km
• Cherbourg (CHB): 136km
• Dieppe: 197km
• Le Havre: 111km
• Roscoff (RSC): 354km
• St Malo (STM): 185km

Public Transport

• Local Railway: SNCF Caen, 20km
• Services to: Connections to all of France and beyond

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.

Take a look at some of the local recommendations for days out and activities our customers have shared with us following their holiday at La Côte de Nacre.

"The area is attractive besides being known for the D-Day landings and has a lot to offer young children. Local restaurants serve good quality food and the nearby zoo was excellent."
B. Weeks, West Yorkshire

"We visited the Bayeux Tapestry which was excellent, the children were provided with their own headsets so they could understand the story. We also visited Arromanches with the 360° cinema which showed moving accounts of WWII."
L. Collier, Buckinghamshire

"The whole coastal area, villages and seafront are immaculately maintained and very pretty. Mont St Michel is always worth a visit - and note the food prices are slightly cheaper the further up the main street you go! We went on to St Malo and took advantage of the Navette (free park and ride). There are stunning views over the sea from the ramparts at St Malo. The free visit to Les Vergers de Ducy was entertaining and informative, with tasting afterwards and options to buy. Caen has some wonderful historical buildings and found free street parking on a Sunday visit. There's a good tourist office very close to the château."
A. Crane, Cheshire

"We enjoyed visiting the whale skeleton and park at St Luc-sur-Mer as well as the Pont de Normandie bridge."
B. Archibald, Lanarkshire

"The town of Bayeux is an historical jewel - the tapestry is aww-inspiring! Omaha Beach is a humbling experience, as well as a lovely clean beach on which to play with the kids."
P. Raw, West Yorkshire

"We visited Bayeux and some of the D-Day beaches."
C. Anderson, Essex

"Lisieux cathedral and the beautiful village of Beuvron-en-Auge are definitely worth a visit."
P. Waters, North Yorkshire

"We visited the D-Day landing beaches and saw a lot of St Aubin itself. We would recommend the 6 Juin restaurant in Arromanches - had some really tasty food there!"
S. Rudman, Shropshire