Camping Sous Les Étoiles Normandie

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View from the main area to the opposite building. (added by ivandaems 30 May 2022)
Camping sous les etoiles normandie entrance
Zone d pitch 3 premium
Private pitches

  • Stay on a scenic old farmstead among apple trees and green fields
  • Less than an hour from D-Day beaches and the Bayeux tapestry museum
  • Restaurant serving snacks and dinners, and French bar
Seeking hols that bring a taste of history, culture and local delicacies? Make immediate tracks for Camping Sous Les Étoiles Normandie – a family- and dog-friendly site less than five minutes’ drive from the Normandy village of Saint-Martin-des-Besaces – where all of that combines for a sweet stay. This family-run and English-speaking site is well placed for explores in past and present: it’s about 45 minutes from the hikes, bikes, paths and trails (not to mention châteaux) of the Regional Nature Park of Normandie-Maine, and less than an hour from the museums and memorials of the D-Day beaches Utah, Omaha, Gold, Sword and Juno. While out and about, sampling the local wares is an absolute must; this area is renowned for its cheese, but the real star of the show is calvados, the region’s apple and pear brandy. Luckily, the site is about 40 minutes from a handful of distilleries, and there are a couple of cideries nearby for good measure. When site days are needed, there’s plenty to entice. An old farmstead, there are lots of green spaces here to lounge around on while kids play, and apple trees dotted around to inspire thoughts of (more) calvados and cider – nip over to the on-site bar for a sip, and nab a bite for dinner in the Cow Shed.

Campground type

Tent sites 10
Caravan sites 30
RV & Motorhome sites 30
Open now
Opens 1 April

Tourist board rating

Please note
  • Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
  • The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dog Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
  • The restaurant is open between 01/05 and 30/09.
  • The grocery shop is open between 01/05 and 30/09.
  • Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
  • The bar is open between 01/05 and 30/09.
  • Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the campground/park are unlit.

Languages spoken

English

French

Open from Mon, 1 Apr to

Open from Tue, 1 Apr to

Pitch types & availability

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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

The spacious pitches, the facilities were very clean and up to date.…

Overall 10/10
Location 8
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Caroline B. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Zone B fully-serviced grass site (large)

Liked: The spacious pitches, the facilities were very clean and up to date. We enjoyed the food and drink served at the bar. The owners were very friendly and helpful. A great campsite which I can thoroughly recommend.

Disliked: There was some traffic noise from a nearby road but not enough to be a problem.

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A hidden gem of Normandie

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
David G. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Zone E power optional grass site

Liked: Everything, these guys have seriously thought about what's required when camping. First class site with all that you need.

Disliked: Nothing

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Great place for an overnight stop or longer if holidaying in the area!

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 8
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Chris W. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Zone B fully-serviced grass site (large)

Liked: Lovely, extremely well organised site with excellent facilities. Our pitch was level and very secluded. We particularly enjoyed the spotlessly clean shower block. The on-site bar and restaurant was a welcome bonus!

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See above

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Gavin F. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Zone E power optional grass site

Liked: We loved the beautiful old farm outbuildings and pretty environment. It has a quiet and relaxed atmosphere, and the owners were friendly and helpful. Plenty of signage and thoughtful touches. The shared facilities were spotlessly clean and nice to use, we also appreciated separate male and female toilets, including toilet seats! Games room, outdoor covered space, kitchen facilities, and a lovely bar/restaurant. Would love to return.

Disliked: Nothing

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First class place

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Louise R. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Zone E power optional grass site

Liked: The campsite has a great feeling as you drive up to the reception/restaurant area. The old barns dressed with fairy lights feel warm and welcoming. The reception desk seemed to be the serving area for the restaurant drinks too, so it was quite busy. Having said that we were seen to immediately and everyone was friendly and efficient. We ate (both evenings) at the restaurant and the food was very good quality, and came quickly too. We would recommend the site and we would most certainly stay here again.

Disliked: Very dark at night, I think some low outdoor lighting should be kept on throughout the night, for safety reasons.

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Camping súper recomendable.

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 8
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Zone C power optional grass caravan site (XL)

Liked: Es un camping excepcional en todos los sentidos, el entorno es increíble, parcelas de césped, todo muy bien cuidado, los baños, las duchas, la estancias de juego, el bar...es un lugar idílico. Los dueños muy amables, mucha educación y respeto por parte de todas las personas..le doy un 10.

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Precioso camping con grandes parcelas de césped limpio y muy acogedor

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
eva maria d. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Zone C power optional grass caravan site (XL)

Liked: Nos encantó el camping, sitio espectacular, precioso en todos los sentidos, todo de césped, los baños estupendos y los dueños muy amables y simpáticos nos vamos encantados, un diez de diez muy recomendable

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Brilliant restaurant, excellent facilities and spacious pitches

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Sally B. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Zone B fully-serviced grass site (large)

Liked: We liked everything about this site. Very picturesque with the old farming buildings, and the facilities were spotless. Lovely hot showers and an onsite restaurant/bar. There is also a mini kitchen with a fridge freezer, microwave and kettle in case of need. Games room was a nice touch and a covered seating area to help escape the rain. Pitches were a good size too

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Brilliant site with amazing facilities and spacious pitches

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Daniel B. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Zone B fully-serviced grass site (large)

Liked: We really loved the onsite restaurant and bar. The local butcher came on the Friday night and did a bbq too. Brilliant showers and overall the site was very picturesque

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Camping calme et verdoyant, divers équipements présents

Overall 8/10
Location 8
Value for money 8
Accommodation 8
Facilities / Activities 4
Customer service 8
Child friendliness 4
Cleanliness 8
Wifi 8
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Zone B fully-serviced grass site (large)

Liked: Cadre verdoyant, charmant. Parfait pour se reposer. Lieux très calme. Les sanitaires et les douches sont bien entretenus. Kitchenette et frigo à disposition. Papier toilette et raclette pour les douche à disposition, sèche-cheveux également. Nombreux équipements présents

Disliked: Peu de jeu pour les enfants, quelques équipements sont présents tout de même. Pas de livre francophone dans la bibliothèque. Horaire d'arrivée et de départ. Légère barrière de la langue pour les français

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Features

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area Pétanque TV room Take away Tennis Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry Local produce Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Budget/backpacker Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Communal freezer Communal fridge Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Medium (26-50 sites)

Accessibility

Disabled facilities

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Drainage hook-up points for caravans Motorhome service point Seasonal sites Water hook-up points for caravans

Location

Camping Sous Les Étoiles Normandie

La Groudière

Rue Slaugham

Saint-Martin-des-Besaces

Calvados

France

14350

Directions

Timezone

Europe/Paris +0200 (GMT+02:00)

GPS

49.00904°N
-0.85877°W

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

Start with a visit to Saint-Martin-des-Besace’s Musée 44 La Percée du Bocage (a 10-minute walk), dedicated to the allies’ liberation of Normandy, then get a slow-paced feel for the region on horseback with a tour from one of the stables within 10 minutes’ drive. More high-octane pursuits beckon 15 minutes away at the partially demolished Viaduc de la Souleuvre, where catapulting off towering objects (with bungee-cord firmly attached) is encouraged, and at Parc Festyland themepark on the outskirts of Caen, 40 minutes from base. Caen is a top spot for an urban day or two, with abbeys, memorials, museums, châteaux, gardens and (of course) shops to traipse around – but those in need of scenic vistas might do better to turn their sights to the coast, where the spectacular famed Mont Saint-Michel towers above the sea. History buffs left wanting more after trips to the beaches of D-Day can dedicate a day to the town of Bayeux, where the 70-metre Bayeux tapestry is on display depicting the story of William the Conqueror, and the Baron Gérard art museum adds to the cultural experience. Within 15 minutes, those whose passions lie in the open air can spend days whizzing along ziplines and poking around treetops at Accrobranche Mayya, and budding zoologists can get their fix among the white lions, Siberian tigers and red cat-bears – that’s red pandas – at Zoo de Jurques.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020 2019 2018 2017
Plage Du Village De Vacances 39.1 km Sea Good Good Good Good
Les Moulins 40.2 km Sea Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
La Breche 40.6 km Sea N/A N/A Poor Poor
Place Du Six Juin 40.7 km Sea Good Good N/A N/A
La Fontaine St Come 41.2 km Sea N/A Good N/A Good

Data source: European Environment Agency

Offers

Tent siteCaravan siteRV & Motorhome site
Zone E power optional grass site
  • 17% off Autumn Season discount 2024
Tent siteCaravan siteRV & Motorhome site
Zone B fully-serviced grass site (large)
  • 18% off Autumn Season discount 2024
Tent siteCaravan siteRV & Motorhome site
Zone C power optional grass caravan site (XL)
  • 18% off Autumn Season discount 2024

Conditions apply - see site type section for details

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Camping Sous Les Étoiles Normandie have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Camping Sous Les Étoiles Normandie dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Camping Sous Les Étoiles Normandie? Start with a visit to Saint-Martin-des-Besace’s Musée 44 La Percée du Bocage (a 10-minute walk), dedicated to the allies’ liberation of Normandy, then get a slow-paced feel for the region on horseback … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Camping Sous Les Étoiles Normandie?
    Camping and caravan
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Camping Sous Les Étoiles Normandie? From $31.26 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.