Seaside holidays: everything you need to know about taking your dog to the Côte de Nacre.
Are you looking for a dog-friendly holiday destination ? Côte de Nacre is the place to be.
On this page you will find all the practical information you need to prepare your stay with your dog : accessible beaches, ideas for walks and activities and useful addresses.
photo credits : Marie-Anaïs Thierry
We invite you to put your bags down in the Cœur de Nacre, in Normandy, on the D-Day Beaches.
The seaside resorts of the Côte de Nacre between Courseulles-sur-Mer and Luc-sur-Mer offer great walks for a successful vacation with your dog.
Dog-friendly accommodation and activities… organizing a vacation with your pet can be a real headache.
That’s why we’ve put together this page devoted entirely to dog-friendly tourism !
photo credits : Marie-Anaïs Thierry
What beaches are accessible with my dog on the Côte de Nacre ?
Dogs are allowed on a leash all year round on the dykes and beaches, in accordance with current municipal bylaws.
Dogs are allowed off-leash all year round in Luc-sur-Mer, from the rue de la falaise in the direction of Lion-sur-Mer.
As a general rule, dogs are allowed on the beaches of the Côte de Nacre on a lead outside bathing areas, in accordance with the municipal by-laws in force.
On the beach at Courseulles-sur-Mer : from 1 June to 30 September, dogs on a lead are permitted on the beach at low tide before 11.30am and after 6.30pm.
Please note : water bowls and dog waste bags are available at tourist offices in summer.
Partir en vacances avec son chien sur la Côte de Nacre.
Les chiens sont-ils autorisés sur la plage de Courseulles-sur-Mer ?
Sur la période du 1er juin au 30 septembre, les chiens tenus en laisse sont autorisés sur la plage à marée basse avant 11h30 et après 18h30.
En dehors de cette période, les chiens, tenus en laisse, sont autorisés sur l’intégralité des plages de Courseulles-sur-Mer.
Les chiens sont-ils autorisés sur la plage de Bernières-sur-Mer ?
Les chiens sont autorisés en laisse en dehors des zones de baignade surveillée.
Durant les mois de juillet et août, la présence de chiens est interdite sur la digue entre la place du Canada et la cale du Platon et sur les bandes de sable se trouvant devant et derrière les cabines de plages.
Les chiens sont-ils autorisés sur la plage de Saint-Aubin-sur-Mer ?
Du 1er juillet au 31 août, les chiens sont interdits dans la zone de baignade délimitée à l’ouest par la cale de la rue des bains et à l’est par la cale du boulevard maritime.
Au-delà de ces zones, ils sont autorisés en laisse.
En dehors de cette période, les chiens, tenus en laisse, sont autorisés sur l’ensemble de la plage.
Les chiens sont-ils autorisés sur la plage de Langrune-sur-Mer ?
Du 16 septembre au 14 juin, la promenade du chien en laisse est autorisée sur la partie de sable laissée par la marée basse.
En dehors de cette période, les chiens y sont interdits.
Les chiens sont-ils autorisés sur la plage de Luc-sur-Mer ?
Ils sont autorisés toute l’année sur la partie est de la plage, c’est à dire après le second épi maçonné.
Ici, la baignade et le dressage des chiens sont autorisées.
Du 1er octobre au 31 mars, les chiens sont autorisés sur l’ensemble de la plage.
photo credits : Marie-Anaïs Thierry
Ideas for walks around the coast, welcome to the dog-friendly Cœur de Nacre.
Does your dog need long walks ?
Don’t panic, here’s a selection of walks between land and sea to enjoy with your dog :
- Vallon de la Capricieuse, from Luc-sur-Mer to Douvres-la-Délivrande (departure rue des Érables or avenue Lécuyer, Luc-sur-Mer), 5km round trip
- Promenade Thomas de Douvres, in Douvres-la-Délivrande (departure place des Marronniers, Douvres-la-Délivrande), 2.5km round trip
- Marais du Platon and Parc de l’édit, from Bernières-sur-Mer to Courseulles-sur-Mer (departure from Cale du Platon, opposite Père tranquille restaurant), 2km round trip
- Vallon Bleu, Saint-Aubin-sur-Mer (departure avenue du Général Koenig, opposite the church),
- the grounds of Fontaine-Henry castle (exteriors only) and around the old church in Thaon, 3km round trip
Don’t forget the poop bag !
What tours can I take my dog on at the D-Day landing beaches ?
2 dog-friendly museums :
At the Juno Beach Centre in Courseulles-sur-Mer, small dogs are welcome at any time, as long as they’re in your arms.
Large dogs are welcome between 1 p.m. and 2 p.m., on a leash.
But if you prefer, your dog can enjoy the rest area available in the secure area on the museum’s landscaped terrace, by reservation only.
Juno caching is also accessible with your dog, on a leash. It’s a fun outdoor course inspired by geocaching.
Please note that dogs are not allowed in the bunkers for safety reasons.
At the Radar Station 44, in Douvres-la-Délivrandre, dogs of all sizes are welcome.
They must be kept on a leash.
Dogs are allowed inside the museum, but only on the outside.
When visiting the bunkers, please take small dogs in your arms. For larger dogs, it’s possible to take turns visiting the inside of the museum.
Sport and leisure activities with your dog
Two types of dog-friendly activities are offered on the Côte de Nacre :
- bike rental : with a cart or trailer for your dog, you can take advantage of the network of cycle paths along the Normandy coastline,
- kayaking or paddling with your dog : the Courseulles-sur-Mer sailing school is ideally located next to the mouth of the Seulles river.
- Here you can practice water sports in complete safetty.
Côte de Nacre a welcoming dog-friendly destination : a paradise for dogs
Côte de Nacre in Normandy is renowned for its vast sandy beaches, steep cliffs and charming villages.
Practical information :
Juno Vélo
SAINT-AUBIN-SUR-MER
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Plaisance 2 roues – location de vélos
COURSEULLES-SUR-MER
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Where can I walk my dog in the Coeur de Nacre parks?
Courseulles-sur-Mer
Let’s take a look at the different parks available to our four-legged friends:
- Firstly, the Parc de l’Edit: dogs are allowed on a lead, but beware of the frequent passage of horses in the bridle path,
- Secondly, the Parc du Chant des Oiseaux: our four-legged friends are allowed on a lead,
- And thirdly, Juno Park: they are allowed in but not in the bunkers.
Please note: the Juno Beach Centre is dog-friendly.
That’s why you can take your dog inside the museum.
Saint-Aubin-sur-Mer
- Parc Pillier: dogs are allowed on lead.
Poop bags are available at the park entrances.
Langrune-sur-Mer
- Parc du Bois Joli: Access authorised with a maximum 2m lead.
The park is open from 9am to 5.30pm from 1 November to 31 March and from 9am to 9pm from 1 April to 31 October.
Luc-sur-Mer
- The famous Parc de la Baleine: open from 9am to 6pm from 1 October to 31 March, from 9am to 7pm from 1 April to 31 May and from 9am to 9pm from 1 June to 30 September.
What’s more, there are rubbish bags at the entrance,
- Parc de Verdun: Open all year round from 8am to 7pm.
On this subject, please note that poop bags are also available at the entrance.
Information subject to change.
Where to sleep and eat with my dog ?
A “pets welcome” pictogram has been added to the Tourist Office’s practical guide to help tourists traveling with pets.
This pictogram will help you select dog-friendly accommodation and restaurants.
