Camping Sous Les Étoiles Normandie

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Private pitches
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Zone c
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  • 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.

Site type

Tent sites 5
Travel trailer sites 40
RV sites 40
Open now
Opens April 1
Please note
  • Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
  • The park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
  • The restaurant is open between 01/05 and 14/09.
  • The grocery shop is open between 01/05 and 15/09.
  • 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 games room is open between 01/04 and 29/09.
  • The bar is open between 01/05 and 14/09.

Languages spoken

English

French

Open from Tue, Apr 1 to

Open from Wed, Apr 1 to

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99% would recommend this site to a friend

99% would stay here again

What customers say

This spotless, well-kept campsite gets top marks for roomy spots, great amenities, and welcoming owners. Guests love the on-site restaurant/bar for its quality food. It's a peaceful base for exploring Normandy. Some note traffic noise and few village shops, but most highly recommend it and plan to return.

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Arrival date (latest first)

Perfect location, immaculately maintained and friendly staff

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Kathryn R.

Zone C power optional grass travel trailer campsite (XL)

Liked Location - easy to find from A84.
Site - immaculately maintained grounds and all central areas and facilities, large pitches with hedges providing privacy, ours had electricity and water.
Signage in both English and French was cute and quirky.
Added extras of a free use kitchen area with microwave, fridge, utensils - we didn’t need this but great addition.
Use of laundry based on trust with an honesty box.
Friendly feel to the site, quiet and relaxing space.

Disliked Nothing

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Après un petit malentendu au sujet…

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Pascal M.

Zone E power optional grass campsite

Liked Après un petit malentendu au sujet du montant de la place tout est entré dans l’ordre . Bonne réactivité de l’équipe du camping.
Les emplacements vélo sont bien en herbe et c’est idéal pour la tente.
Les toilettes sont propres et les douches spacieuses.
Le resto est de bonne qualité.
En bref bon camping…

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Gem of a site

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Holly B.

Zone E power optional grass campsite

Liked Everything.
Good sized pitches, separated by trees/bushes.
Lovely spacious showers with good water pressure.
Clean toilets
Dyson hand dryers
The setting for the bar/restaurant is lovely in a little courtyard. Food was good.
Small swing slide set, ping pong table, table football and darts.
Loads of open space for kids to run about. Excellent WiFi even at both pitches we stayed at (you don’t have to stay close to the main hub to get it).
We didn’t use them but I believe there are facilities like microwaves, shared fridge available.
Honestly can’t fault the place, we liked it so much we booked it again for our journey home. I wish all campsites were like this!

Disliked I can’t think of anything anyone would dislike.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Well worth a visit the facilities were excellent very friendly staff

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Anonymous

Zone B FHU grass campsite (large)

Liked Loved the place and the hosts were amazing , welcoming and friendly . The Pitches were a good size and we were on a fully serviced pitch which was a great help to us . The Bar and restaurant / food was really good and very reasonably priced . The site is only an hours drive from the Port and is within easy reach of the DD landing Beaches , Cemeteries and memorials which have to been seen . The site is well kept and very clean with gardeners doing their rounds everyday. When you first arrive you will be greeted by Steve or Dawn ( The hosts) everything is explained to you on your own map where you will find the essential things , Chemical waste , Toilets.. Recycling bottle bank etc . You will also be given another map of the small town/Village showing what is there and when they will be open . There's also a small Market in the square on a Monday . Definitely a site to visit and i know we will be going back .

Recommend to friends Visit again

Fantastic site, very clean, well maintained, friendly staff, peaceful

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Jo D.

Zone E power optional grass campsite

Liked Beautiful campsite!! So peaceful. Showers and toilets are immaculate. Restaurant has lovely food and local cider and wine. We planned on staying 1 night as stopped to visit Mont Saint Michel (only an hour drive from site) planned to stay near Paris after but ended up not going to Paris and staying there for 3 nights. We got upgraded to a premium pitch for our last night which had the sun all day, and views overlooking empty fields. Owners and staff are very pleasant and accommodating. Will defo return next year!

Disliked Nothing

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Fantastic! Would definitely return.

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karen R.

Zone B FHU grass campsite (large)

Liked Absolutely fantastic campsite.
Lovely big pitches. Hedges in between for privacy.
Quiet peaceful.
Toilets and showers very clean.
Lovely restaurant on site.
Host's very welcoming.
Extra touches and facilities around the site for anyone to use.

Disliked Leaving

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em va agradar…

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Lluís F.

Zone C power optional grass travel trailer campsite (XL)

Liked em va agradar

Recommend to friends Visit again

Loved this site

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SABRINA W.

Zone C power optional grass travel trailer campsite (XL)

Liked Lovely pitch
Showers were amazing
Lovely food in the restaurant
Kids enjoyed the games room and park.

Recommend to friends Visit again

I would definitely recommend this campsite

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Anonymous

Zone E power optional grass campsite

Liked Pitch size, restaurant beautiful campsite

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

This campsite was an absolute gem!…

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Amber I.

Zone C power optional grass travel trailer campsite (XL)

Liked This campsite was an absolute gem! From start to finish, everything about our stay was perfect. The site itself is beautiful and incredibly peaceful a real haven to come back to after a day of exploring France.
Our pitch was spacious and well-kept, the facilities were spotless, and the showers were some of the best we’ve experienced on a campsite hot, powerful, and immaculately clean. The food on-site was fresh and delicious, and nothing was ever too much trouble for the friendly staff who made us feel so welcome.
We stayed for 7 nights and loved having such a relaxing base to return to whether it was to enjoy a cold beer, tuck into a tasty meal, or simply unwind. I would highly recommend this site to anyone looking for a peaceful, friendly, and well-run place to stay.
We’ll definitely be back!

Disliked Nothing

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Features

Leisure on park

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Pétanque Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis Watersports

Amenities on park

Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Local produce Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

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

Rules

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

Themes

Budget/backpacker Hikers’ paradise Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Communal freezer Communal fridge Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Medium (26-50 sites)

Nearby leisure

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

Touring and motorhomes

Gray water hook-up for RVs/trailers Motorhome service point 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 2020201920182017
Plage Du Village De Vacances 39.1 km Sea GoodGoodGoodGood
Les Moulins 40.2 km Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
La Breche 40.6 km Sea N/AN/APoorPoor
Place Du Six Juin 40.7 km Sea GoodGoodN/AN/A
La Fontaine St Come 41.2 km Sea N/AGoodN/AGood

Data source: European Environment Agency

Offers

Tent pitchTouring caravan pitchesMotorhome or campervan pitch
Zone E power optional grass campsite
  • 17% off Autumn Season discount 2025
Tent pitchTouring caravan pitchesMotorhome or campervan pitch
Zone B FHU grass campsite (large)
  • 20% off Autumn Season discount 2025
Tent pitchTouring caravan pitchesMotorhome or campervan pitch
Zone C power optional grass travel trailer campsite (XL)
  • 20% off Autumn Season discount 2025

Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details

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?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  8:30 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 $32.50 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.