83th anniversary of the D-Day

83th anniversary of the D-Day

Normandy is celebrating the 83th anniversary of the D-Day landings with a programme of activities, commemorations and events. Take part in this duty of remembrance and honour the memory of the soldiers who landed on the beaches in June 1944. In 2027, join us for the celebrations of the 83th anniversary of the D-Day! The […]

Scallop festival

Scallop festival

Every year, the famous Normandy scallop is honoured in Ouistreham Riva-Bella ! The flagship gourmet product of the end of the year, at its own party ! In a spirit of festivity and conviviality, come and discover a whole maritime culture through cooking classes, knot-tying workshops and numerous visits to boats or the lighthouse… Without […]

Millennium 2027: European Year of the Normans

Millennium 2027: European Year of the Normans

In 2027, the Normandy Region is organizing a major year of celebrations around Normandy’s thousand-year heritage and its influence in Europe. In this context, Caen la mer will be one of the major hubs of this program, drawing on its history closely linked to that of William the Conqueror. The city of Caen, with iconic […]

Caen BMX Indoor and Urban Sports Fair

Caen BMX Indoor and Urban Sports Fair

The Exhibition Centre hosts this event every year, which has become a must-see for urban sports enthusiasts. Competitions, races, acrobatic stunts, and entertainment punctuate a weekend dedicated to sport and urban culture. The disciplines in competition and demonstration: BMX Double Dutch (Jump rope with two turners) Mountain bike trials 3 vs 3 basketball For each […]

Caen: stage of the Tour de France

Caen: stage of the Tour de France

The 2025 Tour de France will be stopping off in Caen for a legendary individual time trial on Wednesday 09 July. The route This is the 36th time that Caen has been a stage town for the Tour du France. In 2025, to mark the city’s Millennium, the 112th edition of the Tour will pass […]

Fête de la musique

Fête de la musique

The longest day of the year is traditionally punctuated by a dense musical program for the Fête de la Musique. All Caen la mer is celebrating for the beginning of summer! Come and vibrate to the sound of music from Normandy or further afield… everyone will find their musical style! IT’S TIME FOR SUMMER AND […]

Easter fair

Easter fair

Every Easter, the whole family meets at the Parc des Expositions to enjoy one of the biggest funfairs in the region: attractions, treats and fun guaranteed ! FROM FAMILY ATTRACTIONS TO THRILL RIDES Parks and attractions all year round in Caen la mer ! Not lucky enough to be in Caen during the Easter holidays? […]

Normandy Beach Race

Normandy Beach Race

On the sublime and famous Sword beach of Ouistreham Riva-Bella, the Normandy Beach Race offers a unique show to relive the atmosphere of the mechanical meetings of the 40s and 50s. A unique vintage event on a historic beach The Normandy Beach Race is an original and spectacular event! There are demonstrations over 200 metres […]

The fireworks of the summer

The fireworks of the summer

The sky of Caen la mer is about to light up to illuminate your vacations ! On the occasion of big summer events, the sky of Caen la Mer will light up with a thousand colors ! From the coastline with the towns of Ouistreham Riva-Bella and Lion-sur-Mer to the cities of Caen and Hérouville-Saint-Clair, […]

Let’s celebrate Christmas and the New Year in Caen la mer !

Let’s celebrate Christmas and the New Year in Caen la mer !

The magic of Christmas and New Year’s eve celebrations are invading Caen and its surroundings ! Illuminations, Christmas markets, festive and family events, gourmet dinners… The holidays in Normandy are going to be wonderful and unmissable !