Le Cormoran
Le Cormoran sits on the Cotentin Peninsula in Normandy, close to Sainte-Mère-Église in the Manche. You get direct access to the beach at Ravenoville, with Utah Beach sands only 20 metres away. It is a relaxed, medium sized village park that suits families with toddlers.
There are four pools on the park. Two suit families while two suit toddlers. The covered pool has a wellness area with a spa pool and sauna. The outdoor paddling pool is heated in July and August only. One pool also has a splash playground.
The restaurant serves Norman dishes and wood-fired pizza. There is also a bar and a snack bar, with fresh bread on offer. Three shops are on the park, including a wine shop and a gift shop. A newsagent is 1 km away.
D-Day history is close by. The Utah Beach Museum is just minutes away while the Airborne Museum in Sainte-Mère-Église is 10 minutes off. On the park you can try karting or visit the mini farm. A car is recommended for getting around.
- Opening: Apr to Sep
- Park type: Village
- Park size: Medium, 372 pitches
- Nearest town: Sainte-Mère-Église, 10.7 km
- Beach: Ravenoville Beach, direct access
- Nearest train station: Carentan, 26 km
- Shops: 3 on the park
- Dining: Restaurant, bar and snack bar
- Pets: Dogs allowed on a lead
- Wi-Fi: Free
- Reception: English and French
- Getting around: Car recommended
- Four pools with a splash playground
- Playground
- Mini golf
- Trampolines
- Inflatables
- Games room
- Karting
- Pony rides
- Mini farm
- Horse riding
- Football
- Table tennis
- Tennis
- Aqua aerobics
- Golf course (nearby, 10 km)
Attractions close to Le Cormoran
Places to visit near this park
- Utah Beach (on your doorstep): One of the five D-Day landing beaches, with its sands 20 metres from the park.
- Utah Beach Museum (just minutes away): It stands where troops came ashore and has an original B-26 bomber inside.
- Airborne Museum (10 minutes away): Found in Sainte-Mre-glise, it tells the story of the D-Day airborne landings.
- Sainte-Mre-glise (10.7 km): The first French town freed on D-Day and a typical Norman village.
- Valognes (22.3 km): A further town within reach if you fancy a day away from the coast.
- Bayeux (69 km): The most distant of the nearby towns listed, so best saved for a longer day out.
FAQs
How many pools are there?
There are four pools: two for families, two for toddlers. One is covered and heated, with a wellness area.
Is the outdoor paddling pool heated?
Yes, but only in July and August. Outside those months the covered pool is the better choice for little ones.
Are dogs allowed?
Yes, dogs are allowed on the park but they must stay on a lead at all times. They can go to the restaurant and bar too, though a charge is payable when you book.
What food and drink is available?
There is one restaurant serving Norman dishes and wood-fired pizza. A bar and a snack bar are also on site, with fresh bread available.
What entertainment is there?
In high season you get shows and live music. There is karaoke too, plus a disco for children and one for teenagers.
Is the beach close to the park?
Yes, the park has direct access to Ravenoville Beach. Utah Beach sands are just 20 metres away.
Do I need a car?
A car is recommended for getting around. The nearest town, Sainte-Mère-Église, is 10.7 km away.
Is there Wi-Fi?
Yes, Wi-Fi is free on the park. Reception staff speak English and French.
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Without leaving the site - pools and more
| Activity | Age Group | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Swimming pools | All | Four pools include two for families and two for toddlers. The covered one has a wellness area while one pool has a splash playground. |
| Mini farm | Kids | A small animal park on site where young children can see the animals. Pair it with pony rides for an easy morning out. |
| Pony rides | Kids | Younger children can get up on a pony for a ride. It makes a change from the pool and the beach. |
| Trampolines and inflatables | Kids | Younger children can bounce around on the trampolines and inflatable play structures. These keep them busy for a good while between swims. |
| Karting | Family | Try karting on the park for some friendly competition. It is a good option when older children want something faster than the playground. |
| Mini golf | Family | A relaxed round of mini golf that suits all ages in the group. Good for a calm hour away from the pools. |
| Tennis and table tennis | Family | Hit the court or take on the family at the table. Both are simple ways to turn a spare hour into a contest. |
| Teen disco | Teenagers | Older children get an evening of their own with music and dancing. It sits alongside karaoke and live music nights in the entertainment programme. |
| Games room | Teenagers | A place to hang out and play when the group wants a break from sport or swimming. |
Nearest Airports
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Caen Carpiquet | CFR | 91.8 km |
| Paris Charles de Gaulle | CDG | 351 km |
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