Utah Beach UNESCO World Heritage Site: Stay close to history at Camping La Baie des Veys!

This is news that fills our entire region with pride: the D-Day landing beaches of June 6, 1944 have officially been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site ! The decision was unanimously approved by the World Heritage Committee.

For our region and for the entire team at Camping La Baie des Veys , this international recognition honors a place steeped in history, freedom, and the passing on of traditions. And the best news? This exceptional site is literally on the doorstep of your holiday destination!

Utah Beach listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site: a well-deserved international recognition

The ranking given to the Normandy beaches highlights the universal importance of Utah Beach . It was here, in the Cotentin peninsula, that more than 23,000 men and 1,700 vehicles landed on June 6, 1944 to begin the liberation of Europe.

Today, walking along this vast beach is like retracing the steps of history while contemplating unspoiled maritime landscapes. This UNESCO designation guarantees the lasting protection of these memorial spaces for future generations.

With this classification, the English Channel now boasts three UNESCO World Heritage sites:

Vauban towers of Saint-Vaast-la-Hougue

Camping La Baie des Veys: your ideal base camp in Sainte-Marie-du-Mont

Located in Sainte-Marie-du-Mont , the same town where Utah Beach is located, Camping La Baie des Veys is the perfect starting point for exploring the D-Day landing sites.

By staying with us, you benefit from an unbeatable geographical location:

• In the immediate vicinity of Utah Beach: Reach the beach and the famous Utah Beach Museum in just a few minutes by bike or car.

• Immersion in nature: Nestled on the edge of the Bay of Veys, our campsite offers you a green, calm and relaxing setting after your days of historical visits.

• Direct access to memorial trails: From Sainte-Mère-Église to Pointe du Hoc, via the Crisbecq battery, you are at the center of all the major tourist routes of the Second World War.

What to do during your stay around Utah Beach?

Take advantage of your camping holiday to combine historical discovery with a breath of fresh Norman air :

Visit the Utah Beach Museum: Built on the exact spot where American troops landed, it notably houses an authentic B-26 bomber.

Marvel at the Baie des Veys: Observe the local wildlife, including the colonies of harbor seals and the migratory birds that populate the estuary.

Explore the Vélomaritime: Take the safe cycle paths from the campsite for a salty ride along the coast.