The Caen la Mer destination is committed to promoting sustainable and quality labels throughout its territory.

Green Destinations : Silver Award

green destinations

In 2024, Caen la Mer was awarded silver level Green Destinations certification with a success rate of 77%, becoming the third destination in France and Normandy to be recognised for sustainable tourism!
This label, awarded by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council, certifies the destination’s sustainable management in terms of governance, nature conservation, resource management, cultural preservation, social well-being and corporate commitment.

It offers a response to the challenges of climate change and encourages coordination between stakeholders to promote responsible tourism.

Communes with a welcoming spirit

The municipalities of Caen and Ouistreham are classified by the State as tourist resorts, and Colleville-Montgomery as a tourist municipality.

These distinctions highlight:

  • The quality of the welcome and services offered,
  • The quality and frequency of events organised,
  • The quality and diversity of accommodation options

Caen Nordic

The city of Caen has launched its Caen Nordic label in order to strengthen its ties with the Nordic and Baltic countries by bringing together and promoting Nordic initiatives in the Caen area..