The Manche department has so much to offer, but where do you start? It all depends on what you want! Are you a history buff? Then Utah Beach, its D-Day Museum and the Liberation Museum in Cherbourg will fulfil your quest for knowledge. Meanwhile, seasoned athletes will take to the GR 223 hiking trail, known as the “customs path”, to exert themselves physically as they take in the stunning natural surroundings. And for the gourmets among you? Savour all the region’s specialities, from cider and brioche to seafood and charcuterie... it’s a foodies’ heaven!
Cotentin, an authentic area with multiple facets
Wherever you venture while on holiday at the Sandaya L’Anse du Brick campsite, you’re bound to come across one of the gems of Normandy’s heritage. With destinations like the D-Day landing beaches, Mont Saint-Michel, Cherbourg, Barfleur and La Hague headland, you simply won’t have enough time to explore the whole area in a single visit. So you’ll just have to come back again... and we know you’ll be glad to!
The campsite and its surroundings
Practical info
+33 (0)2 33 54 33 5771, rue de la Carrière
50330 Maupertus-sur-Mer - France Railway station : Cherbourg (12 km) – car hire possible Airport : Caen-Carpiquet (127 km) Port : Cherbourg (12 km) Car : See route Public transport : From Cherbourg railway station, line C towards Valognes, get off at the Anse du Brick stop
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Not to be missed
If you’re a cycling enthusiast, you’ll be delighted to know that you can explore the Cotentin region on two wheels along the Vélomaritime cycle route, that will take you past beautiful beaches and through the bocage. You’ll come across some of the most stunning sights in the Manche department, including Cherbourg, Utah Beach, Gatteville lighthouse (the second largest in France) and Barfleur, officially listed as one of the “most beautiful villages in France”.
To discover nearby
Each year, as summer approaches, the Calvados remembers the D-Day landings of 6 June 1944, commemorating this unforgettable...
Just imagine: the Cotentin, the beach, music, creative workshops and you, the festival-goer, in the thick of it all! Sounds...
In summer, the Cotentin hosts a series of great musical events and it would be a shame to miss out if you’re in the region!...
Some events leave a lasting mark on history, such as the Normandy Landings in June 1944. And to commemorate the 80th anniversary...
The Jazz sous les Pommiers Festival is a great event for families in Normandy. People of all ages come together to discover...
While on holiday in Normandy, make some time for a musical interlude at Saint-Lô. The Normandy town hosts the “Les Rendez-Vous...
Come and experience the legendary names of music in concert at Luc-sur-Mer this summer: Bob Marley, The Cranberries, AC/DC…...
For 3 magical days the town of Bayeux in Normandy is totally transformed, plunging both tourists and locals back into the...
At the very tip of Normandy, the island of Tatihou will be one of the highlights of your stay in the Cotentin region. This...
Welcome to Maupertus-sur-Mer, a gorgeous seaside resort where the living is easy. Just imagine the sea breeze in your hair,...
Which destination in the Cotentin combines heritage, architecture, seaside and outdoor activities on land or at sea? Several...
Pearl of the Val de Saire area, Barfleur justly deserves its title of “Most Beautiful Village of France”. Grey...
If you keep up with the programmes showcasing the finest towns in the French regions, you have probably already heard of...
Looking for a seaside getaway? Head for La Hague, a town in Normandy nestled between the moors and the sea, in the heart...
The Cotentin is nicknamed ‘Little Ireland’ because of the enchanting palette of greens and blues you can admire along its...
The most visited place in the Manche department after Mont-Saint-Michel, the beautiful Nez de Jobourg is singularly captivating....
Looking for a natural getaway where simplicity, serenity and relaxation reign? The Cotentin and Cap de La Hague can offer...
D-Day was a defining moment in the Second World War and forever marked the beaches of Normandy and the Cotentin. The D-Day...
Located in the heart of the Cotentin and Bessin Marshes Regional Natural Park, Carentan-Les-Marais is a beautiful setting...
An extraordinary place caught between coast and countryside, the Cotentin draws visitors in search of a blast of bracing...
Historic sites in a town buzzing with activity – that’s the promise from Coutances, the starting point for your...
Which destination in the Manche promises heritage, cultural and sports activities and gastronomy? Saint-Lô, of course!...
Just a few minutes from your campsite in Normandy, treat yourself to a trip steeped in history to Omaha Beach, one of the...
When you stay on a campsite near the isle of Guernsey, in the English Channel, this little corner of paradise with English...
Arromanches-les-Bains is a charming seaside resort surrounded by the D-Day landing beaches. Set on the shores of the English...
Head back in time during your camping holidays in Normandy! Looking out over the Channel, the famous D-Day Landing beaches...
Looking for a change of scenery during your next stay in the Cotentin? Nothing could be easier! Just take a short ferry...
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