Discover Saint Aubin sur Mer and the Côte de Nacre
Saint Aubin sur Mer is a friendly seaside resort, ideal if you want a large beach, shops within walking distance and plenty of nearby places to visit without driving long distances.
The beach and seafront promenade
Saint Aubin sur Mer has a wide sandy and shingle beach, supervised in summer, which is perfect for families and swimming. The seafront promenade, lined with Belle Époque seaside villas, is ideal for strolling, having a drink on a terrace or watching the sunset over the English Channel.
Water activities and shore fishing
Depending on the tides, you can try shore fishing for prawns, grey shrimps, small crabs and edible crabs, while respecting local regulations. Anglers can also fish from the beach or the sea walls and catch sea bass, plaice and other coastal species popular with local fishermen.
Restaurants, shops and village life
Along the seafront and in the centre of Saint Aubin sur Mer you will find seafood restaurants, brasseries, tea rooms, ice‑cream sellers and pizzerias. From the cottage almost everything is within walking distance: bakery, butcher’s, mini‑market, weekly market and other local shops. In high season the village hosts concerts, evening markets and various events that create a warm, family‑friendly atmosphere.
D‑Day landing beaches nearby
Saint Aubin sur Mer is a great base for exploring the Côte de Nacre and the D‑Day landing beaches: Courseulles sur Mer and Juno Beach, Bernières sur Mer, Arromanches and its artificial harbour are only a short drive away and offer museums, memorials, remains of the Atlantic Wall and impressive viewpoints.
Ideas for family days out in Normandy
Near Saint Aubin sur Mer there are many places for family outings: wildlife parks, amusement parks, treetop adventure courses, water parks and educational farms. For some of these activities we can provide discount vouchers so you can benefit from special rates during your stay in Normandy.