When can I check in and check out of Au Bonheur Nomade?

On-site accommodation Arrive: 4 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. Depart by: noon Read more

How much does it cost to stay at Au Bonheur Nomade?

From $98.32 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.

Au Bonheur Nomade

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Exterior view with garden furniture (added by manager 29 Jul 2024)

Peaceful site on a farm 35 minutes’ drive from Caen, in Normandy
Bayeux 25 minutes’ drive; Omaha Beach 40 minutes
Dogs are welcome; playground and board games; communal living room

With its assortment of colourful accommodations (Moroccan tents, Mongolian yurts and tipis), Au Bonheur Nomade truly is a splendid tribute to nomadic happiness (as the name implies). The site occupies two hectares of land on a traditional farm just off the D173 road, in a splendidly rural part of Normandy, surrounded by woodland and fields. Owners Lilli and Michel have built the site following sustainable, eco-friendly principles, using recycled materials wherever possible. They encourage a similar ethos from their guests with recycling points and a composting toilet (though there is also a toilet block with showers). There are also dedicated quiet areas around the site where guests can ground themselves, meditate or practise their asanas. Little guests are not forgotten either, with a playground including table tennis, table football and a basketball hoop. If rain forces everyone inside, there is a selection of board games. But most of all, the kids might enjoy getting to meet the resident pony, goats and sheep. By the way, well-behaved dogs are welcome here, but please keep them on a lead while on site. All units are equipped so you can cook your own meals, and there is also a communal barbecue area. After meeting fellow guests by the grill, you can relocate for a nightcap in the Moroccan-inspired living room or the covered lounge. If you want to sample regional specialities, there are plenty of restaurants in the surrounding area, including brasseries and crêperies in Villers-Bocage (10 minutes’ drive), where there are also grocery stores and supermarkets.

Site type

Open now

Please note

The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
Group bookings of 14 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
Single-sex bookings of 5 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
No cars/motorbikes by the pitch/unit. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
The campground/park caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.
At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
There is no reception building on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Languages spoken

French

Open from Mon, 1 Apr to Thu, 31 Oct 2024

Open from Tue, 1 Apr to Fri, 31 Oct 2025

Pitch types & availability

Reviews

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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

Everything this is an exceptional place. Everything you could possibly need. Very…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Karen L. Aug 2024

Orange yurt (four person)

Liked: Everything this is an exceptional place. Everything you could possibly need. Very unique and inclusive. Lots of fun things for the kids and the pool was interesting, a fab experience. Yurt and toilets very clean and comfortable. Highly recommended. Even helped accomodate a gluten free dinner!

Disliked: Nothing - everything perfect.

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Features

Dogs allowed

Campfires allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Covered terrace area 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 Wild swimming

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 Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Picnic table 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

Camping 2.0

Jumbo tent sites

Themes

Budget/backpacker Peaceful Wildlife haven

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Small (11-25 sites)

Accessibility

Disabled facilities

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Au Bonheur Nomade

3458 Rte de St Germain

Caumont-sur-Aure

Calvados

France

14240

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

49.11135°N
-0.74734°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

The Musée de la Tapisserie de Bayeux (25 minutes’ drive) displays the famed tapestry, embroidered with the military exploits of William the Conqueror across the Channel in 1066 and the Battle of Hastings. Also in town is the Museum of the Battle of Normandy, with exhibits on D-Day. When in Caen (35 minutes), check out the imposing 11th-century Abbaye-aux-Hommes, where William the Conqueror (him again…) is buried. Exhibits at the Mémorial de Caen, on the outskirts of town, focus on World War II and the Cold War. At Omaha Beach (40 minutes) children can fly kites, build sandcastles and paddle in the shallow waters. They can also learn a thing or two about history, with the Omaha Beach Memorial and the nearby Normandy American Cemetery illustrating the events that took place on this sandy stretch during World War II.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name	Distance	Type	2020	2019	2018	2017
La Breche	27 km	Sea	N/A	N/A	Poor	Poor
Place Du Six Juin	27.1 km	Sea	Good	Good	N/A	N/A
La Fontaine St Come	27.5 km	Sea	N/A	Good	N/A	Good
Place Mosnier	28.3 km	Sea	Poor	Poor	N/A	N/A
Plage Du Village De Vacances	28.5 km	Sea	Good	Good	Good	Good

Data source: European Environment Agency

Policies

Booking terms and conditions

Admission

Admission is only permitted after registering at reception.
At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.

Dogs

Dogs must be kept on leads and supervised at all times.

Safety

Firearms are not permitted.

Occupancy

Group bookings of 14 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).

Dogs

Guide dogs are allowed on site free of charge.

Arrivals and departures

Late arrivals must notify the park as soon as possible. Your booking will be held for 24 hours. After this period the management reserves the right to relet your unit.

Taxes

Local city/eco tax is included in the rate.

Extras

Motorbike(s) can be brought instead of the car(s) included.

Vehicles

No cars/motorbikes by the pitch/unit. All cars must be parked in the designated area.

Occupancy

No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.

Arrivals and departures

No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.

Pool

Only park guests are authorised to use the pool.

Safety

Open fires are prohibited.

Pool

Please note there is no lifeguard on duty.

General

Public areas are non-smoking.
Quiet hours must be respected between 11 p.m. and 8 a.m..
Radio, music and TV players must be kept at a low volume. Car doors and boots must be closed quietly.

Occupancy

Single-sex bookings of 5 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
The campground/park caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.

Dogs

The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.

Arrivals and departures

The campground/park will send you further check-in information 3 day(s) before your arrival.

General

The management reserves the right to deny access or terminate the stay of those guests whose behaviour is deemed unsuitable. No refunds will be offered.

Reception

There is no reception building on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Visitors

Visitors must register at reception and pay their fee.

Hired accommodation

Your unit must be left clean and tidy; a fine of €50.00 ($90.04) will be charged for unclean units upon departure.

Payment terms

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Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

Frequently asked questions

Does Au Bonheur Nomade have a swimming pool? Yes View all features
Is Au Bonheur Nomade dog friendly? Yes View all features
What attractions are near Au Bonheur Nomade? The Musée de la Tapisserie de Bayeux (25 minutes’ drive) displays the famed tapestry, embroidered with the military exploits of William the Conqueror across the Channel in 1066 and the Battle of … Read more
When can I check in and check out of Au Bonheur Nomade?

On-site accommodation

Arrive: 4 p.m. – 11:30 p.m.

Depart by: noon

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How much does it cost to stay at Au Bonheur Nomade? From $98.32 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.