Family holidays: What to do with children around Sainte-Marie-du-Mont?

June is here, summer is knocking at the door, and one question is on every parent’s lips: “How are we going to keep the children occupied during the holidays?”

Don’t panic! If you have chosen the Cotentin and the Camping La Baie des VeysYou’re absolutely right. Far from the overcrowded “tourist factories”, our region offers a life-size playground, ideal for disconnecting teenagers from screens and delighting the little ones.

Here are our top 3 family activities around Sainte-Marie-du-Mont.

Nature adventure: Shore fishing and budding explorers

Who needs a kids’ club when you have the world’s largest playground at low tide? The Baie des Veys is a renowned spot for the shore fishing .

• The activity: Armed with a bucket and a small rake (and respecting the size limits!), go hunting for cockles and clams. It’s fun, it’s free, and children love digging in the sand.
• The discovery: Take them to the Beauguillot Nature Reserve very close. With just a simple pair of binoculars, a Normandy safari is on offer: observing seals basking on sandbanks or storks in their nests is a memory they are not about to forget.

History from a child’s perspective

People often think that the D-Day beaches are too “serious” for children. Think again! The surrounding museums have done a fantastic job of making history accessible.

• Utah Beach Landing Museum : Located just minutes from the campsite, it offers trails adapted for children. Seeing a real, full-size B-26 Marauder bomber always impresses younger visitors.
• Airborne Museum (Sainte-Mère-Église) : With its interactive tablets (HistoPad), the visit becomes an immersive treasure hunt. Children travel back in time and learn about history in a fun way.

And after culture? Time to relax! Utah Beach is a huge stretch of fine sand, perfect for sandcastle competitions and kite flying.

A human-scale campsite: Safety first

Safety is often the number one criterion for parents. Since we took over the campsite, we Michèle and Caroline , we made it a point of honour to maintain a human-sized structure .

• Supervised freedom: Here, there’s no risk of getting lost in endless alleyways. Children can playing safely with friends.
• Conviviality: The atmosphere is family-friendly. It’s the ideal place for your children to make their first holiday friends while you peacefully enjoy your terrace.
• The “Coco Sweet” adventure: For children, sleeping in our unusual accommodations (Coco Sweet or Cabins) is like sleeping in an adventurer’s cabin. Guaranteed success!

The little extras for parents

Because they are also yours On vacation, we’ve thought of your comfort. Don’t feel like cooking after a day at the beach? Our new Picnic packages are available to make your lunchtime easier, and our breakfast offer allows you to start the day stress-free.

The Snack Bar: The Gourmet and Friendly Evening Gathering. As evening falls, leave the cooking behind and join us at the campsite snack bar! It’s the beating heart of Baie des Veys, where conviviality and simplicity reign. While we prepare delicious homemade dishes for you—generous burgers, crispy fries, or fresh salads—you can finally relax. It’s the perfect time to share a drink with other parents, chat about the day’s discoveries, while the children enjoy the last rays of sunshine with a final game of pétanque or foosball. Between laughter, soft music, and local flavors, our evenings at the snack bar transform a simple meal into a truly memorable holiday experience.

Sensory Awakening at ” The Barefoot Enclosure “ For a truly meaningful adventure that we particularly love, we recommend a visit to ” The Barefoot Enclosure .” Located nearby, this unique sensory trail invites young and old to remove their shoes and reconnect with the earth. You’ll wander over various materials (sand, wood, soil, pebbles) for a surprising and soothing tactile experience. It’s a fun activity that stimulates the senses, encourages letting go, and allows for total immersion in the surrounding nature. A true haven of well-being that will delight your children and offer you, too, a moment of absolute relaxation.