Top 13 things to do and attractions in Courseulles-sur-Mer

Commemative museum detailing Canadian involvement in various campaigns including D-day and the landings on Juno beach. 12 mins film very poignant. Well laid out and a lot of information Good location adjacent to the beach. Shop selling Canadian products as well as books etc regarding the landings.

First the Canadian government ought to staff this, the same way they do Vimy. I assume they heavily subsidize the non-profit but still. Our tour must have had 30 people in tight little bunkers. Compared to our 4 person tour at Vimy it felt too cramped and not intimate enough when talking about the impact of war. The museum had lots of things to look at but it felt disorganized and your attention is drawn in too many directions. The wall that casts names of those who passed was exceptional and the techito find family members was amazing. Being from the North it was nice to see indigenous people recognized both with the inukshuk and the poppies. And having worked at CFB Trenton for many years it was nice to see an air force exhibit.

I proudly remember contributing financially to the Juno Beach Center in the 1990s when it was just a dream. Now that I've seen it first hand I can say, wholeheartedly, that it was worth every penny! The building is beautiful and the exhibits inside and outside the structure are poignant, informative and patriotic. Allow yourself several hours to view the exhibits and the bunkers outside. As a proud Canadian and former member of the Canadian Armed Forces, I considered this visit to be a trip of a lifetime. It did not disappoint. Hats off to the wonderful staff!

As a Canadian I was very moved by the exhibits regarding our participation in the D-day landings. It also dealt with the period leading up to when Canada joined the war as well as the fighting and battles that took place during the war. I enjoyed the way that they worked on having exhibits that kids would also learn from. We were at the centre on the 81st anniversary of the D-day invasion and took in the ceremony of Remembrance. It is very touching to see how grateful the people are for the help that Canada sent to free them from the Nazi occupation. I recommend to anyone that they should go here if they are visiting the D-day Beach region in Normandy.

A well thought out museum related to the Canadian support to WW2 provides background material and how as a nation they stood up in quick order to assist.

We visited on June 6th, D-day. It was an amazing experience for us as Canadians. We took the bunker tour and attended the memorial ceremony. It was very emotional for us because of a personal connection.

The centre was fine, however I thought it was too wide ranging. Material covered Canadian political and military history from the 1800's to present day, which limited the coverage of the D-Day landings, which I thought would be the core theme. I was more moved by the informal memorial nearby at the beach, scallop shells, poppies, individual mementos.

Stayed here while visiting for the D-Day remembrance celebrations on a motorbike trip. Absolutely lovely place. Will be coming back to stay with my motorhome later this year.

A great tribute to the Canadians who landed here in 1944. The beach is lovely with many monuments, and the museum is very interesting.

If you ever get a chance to visit Juno Beach m, I would highly recommend seeing it. It is a really great way to reflect on Canada’s history in WW2. My family booked a private tour and the guide was great, he explained everything super well and was really nice. You should definitely try and see it.

Stayed at a hotel 1 block off Juno beach for 3 nights. The hotel was nothing special but proximity to facilities was ideal.

Juno beach is something else. Historic, tragic, powerful and moving. Seeing the Canadian flag here and understanding what actually happened here is important. Learning about it is one thing, seeing this beach is another. And yet, the juxtaposition of the sunbathers reminds us that life goes on, that those Canadians on D-day fought for our freedom and that they, along with the allied forces on all those beaches, fought to liberate France. So that it’s possible for people to enjoy the beauty of this beach.

An incredibly moving dedication to the brave soldiers of the Canadian Military who fought here in World War Two. Walking along the beaches and exploring the German bunkers, reflecting on those who made the ultimate sacrifice is inspiring

Amazingly relaxing place hides it's fascinating history. Good food and shopping experience too.

You will be lost for words, filled with respect and humbled by this beautifully kept cemetery for the Canadians that sacrificed everything for our freedom. If you only visit one Normandy memorial, Canadian or not, go here.

Well laid out and kept cemetery. Good views from tower and very poignant seeing the details with their ages and regiments etc. Lovely setting. Over 2000 Canadian graves from D-Day and the battle of Normandy.

Over 2,000 of the best blood of Canada lie here. They all died in the early phase of the Normandy Campaign, in various locations throughout the region. They eventually were all brought to be interred into this sacred ground, one of two major Canadian Cemeteries in Normandy. This is a wonderful place for reflection and to honour those who paid the ultimate price for the freedom we enjoy today. That freedom, as made obvious by the sheer number of markers in this, and countless other similar cemeteries, is never free.

One of the most beautiful cemeteries in Normandy with a leading role for planted areas. Anyone interested in the Second World War should visit this fantastic cemetery.

Beautiful, somber, and moving. Thank you to all who are responsible for the upkeep of this cemetery. Lest we forget.

Visited in February 2025, my grandfather Is buried here after being killed July 12, 1944. There were two lively maintenance people working on the landscaping, which was impeccable. Very moving.

It is without doubt one of the finest cemetaries in the whole of Normandy, the American Cemetary has its grandure and its scale of 9,000+ graves, which does take your breath away. But Beny-Sur-Mer has a unique feel, even more unique as a Canadian. My journey was to honour two Canadian brothers who stood on this land to liberate her, they trudge the fields around here and made sacrifices few have to make. Their comrades are buried here, men they maybe knew, or trained with or served with over the years as soldiers. It was a humbling place to start my journey on that first day, just down the road in Beny-Sur-Mer Edward one of the soldiers who's journey I was honouring, served in the very village on the evening of D-Day 6th June 1944. Then further afield in Basly he served in the Aid Station set up in the church in the centre of Basly, what went through my mind stood here was these men, these brave souls laying here could have been touched by Edwards hands in an attempt to preserve their life. Edward was a Medic with the Royal Canadian Army Medical Corp 23rd Field Ambulance Unit, a man who would have been under fire giving aid and comfort to his fellow man. How many of these brave souls did he comfort in their time of need. When you visit here please remember them, look at the images posted and remember brave men like Sergeant G Leveridge who left a wife and daughter back in Canada and would never see them grow. This is a very solumn beautiful and peaceful setting, it is one place I visit time and again,stunning. Lest We Forget - Thank you to those who make this cemetary and all the other cemetaries look stunning.

(Translated by Google) Very warm! There is a large selection of very tasty coffee. and there are always interesting books and games) thank you very much (Original) Très chaleureux ! Il y a un grand choix de café très savoureux. et il y a toujours des livres et des jeux intéressants) merci beaucoup

(Translated by Google) Very surprised by this quite unique place, a very nice discovery with a story of "the wolf in his underwear" (comic strip) told by the bartender. It felt like we were in a play. In short, I remember that in this place, we can play board games, we read, we tell stories, we can even play music. We are either spectators or actors. A great discovery. THANKS (Original) Très surpris de ce lieu assez unique, une très belle découverte avec une histoire "du loup en slip" (BD) raconter par le barman. On se serait cru dans une pièce de théâtre. Bref ,je retiens que dans ce lieu ,on peu joueraux jeux de société, on lit, on raconte, on peut même jouer de la musique. Nous sommes à souhait spectateurs ou acteurs. Une belle découverte. Merci

(Translated by Google) Great welcome, help in choosing games, comics... And only good products to snack on or drink. ...Not to mention the concert this evening and the atmosphere which compensates for the narrowness of the place! In short, perfect! (Original) Super accueil, aide au choix pour les jeux, bd... Et que de bons produits à grignoter ou boire. ...Sans parler du concert de ce soir et de l'ambiance qui compense l'étroitesse du lieu ! Bref, parfait !

(Translated by Google) So, great! We were passing by and saw the nice window, and then the tables outside, with lots of board games, glasses of wine and nice people. We saw that we could eat good little dishes, meat, vegetarian and vegan. An impressive choice of drinks, with or without alcohol! Incredible soft drinks, local beers, great fun! The final bouquet is the good humor of the bosses (a family affair). There are concerts, it's a bookstore, a theater. In short, a very small place full of big things. It is with great pleasure that we will return! (Original) Alors la, super ! On passait par là et on a vu la vitrine sympathoche, et puis les tables dehors, avec plein de jeux de sociétés, des verres de vins et des chouettes gens. On a vu qu'on pouvait manger des bons p'tits plats, viande, végé et vegan. Un choix de boissons, avec ou sans alcool, impressionnante ! Des soft incroyables, des bières du coin, du super pif ! Le bouquet final, c'est la bonne humeur des patrons (une affaire de famille). Y a des concerts, c'est une librairie, du théâtre. Bref un tout petit endroit plein de grandes choses. C'est avec un grand plaisir que l'ont reviendra !

(Translated by Google) Super nice setting. Play, read while sipping a drink. Activities are offered throughout the week such as game evenings. I really like this principle (Original) Cadre super sympa. Jouer, lire en sirotant une boisson. Des animations sont proposées tout au long de la semaine comme des soirées jeux. J'aime beaucoup ce principe

(Translated by Google) Great discovery, atypical and friendly place. My daughters aged 3 and 8 loved the reading show. We read there, we drink there, we laugh there...and we say to ourselves that we will come back... Thanks to the owners of the place, the welcome was really very warm ;-) (Original) Belle découverte, lieu atypique et convivial. Mes filles de 3 et 8 ans ont adoré le spectacle-lecture. On y lit, on y boit, on y rit...et on se dit qu'on reviendra... Merci aux propriétaires des lieux, l'accueil était vraiment très chaleureux ;-)

(Translated by Google) Anything is possible at Case A Kat. A master chef who's been there all his life to delight us with a sumptuous sausage rougail. A super-friendly atmosphere, quality products, a cultural venue, a bar, a restaurant, a bookstore, a wine cellar, all with the excellent Paulo in the background, telling us some seriously funny anecdotes about his 40 years with the team 👌👌 After that, we can die in peace. (Original) Tout est possible à la Case A Kat. Un patron au four et au moulin qui s'est mis en 4 pour nous régaler d'un somptueux rougail saucisse. Une ambiance ultra conviviale, des produits de qualité, un lieu de culture, un bar, un restaurant, une librairie, une cave à vins tout ça avec l'excellent Paulo en arrière plan qui nous raconte des anecdotes pas piquées des hannetons sur son expérience de 40 ans chez l'équipe 👌👌 Après ça on peut mourir tranquille

. A tourist attraction and a foodie delight! Fish market at Courseulles Every morning, yes, even Sunday morning!, the fish stalls on the quayside alongside the river Seulles (see where the town got its name?) are just piled high with fish and shellfish. It's a sight not to be missed. If you peer over the edge of the quay, just behind the stalls, you'll see the boats moored up, ready to go out again with the evening tide. The stallholders will clean, descale and fillet your fish for you if you wish. It's an attraction all of its own to watch those sharp knives flying through the fish. As for the ladies who are opening and cleaning the Coquilles Saint Jacques . . . they do it so fast, almost without looking, chatting as they go. Amazing! It's a great spectacle, and you come away with the makings of a superb meal. Don't forget to stop off in a supermarket or Cremerie to buy some lovely fresh Normandy cream for the sauce for your fish! .

Lovely fish selection. All fresh.

Like all French fish markets, it's great for fresh seafood

Good selection of locally caught fresh fish, mussels and oysters

Avery good small fish market.

Excellent !

Oysters, fish or seafood, you can get everything there!

we visited as art of the 80th anniversary. nothing much happening here as far as events go. you can walk right up to the Churchill tank, the beach is a bit more stoney than gold or sword. a nice and interesting memorial

Interesting place to visit with so many memories of the awful period in 1944.

Small memorial site with a nice beach and plenty of parking

Gaullist historical revisionism issues aside, it is worth a visit if you are interested in WW2, particularly if you are Canadian and visiting the nearby Juno Beach Center as it is a short walk from the parking lot. If you are interested in Polish history and the Free Polish Forces in WW2 there is also a small but tasteful memorial nearby. Some preserves military vehicles are also around and it is a short drive to the two primary British landing sites if you are in the area. Don't miss the views of the Mulberry Port remnants from Gold Beach near Arromanches if you are into military engineering! And the American LZs are close by and worth it if you have time.

We visit the cross in the morning. There was enough parking place. No other facilities at the site.

Impressive.

An absolute must for those with any tie to a family history of military service. Emotionally captivating to imagine the struggle and strife to have occurred during WWII. Amazing to see how the French government and internationally affiliated organizations work to preserve and protect the integrity of the region.

17 people willing to eat there. negative. we propose to split up to four tables. at that time, the place is as crowded as the south pole. yet we get another negative answer delivered in a rude way. the golf might be great but the place sucks. go to have lunch at la cremaillere instead 500 meters away. there you will experience what service means. forget about the minigolf, at least till they change the staff...

it was amazing

Good fun with the family

(Translated by Google) The welcome from the owner was warm and attentive. The price was 5 euros. The children were delighted. Toilets were available upon request. The location set back from the dike offered some protection against the wind. (Original) L'accueil de la propriétaire était chaleureux et attentionné. Le tarif était de 5 euros. Les enfants ont été enchantés. Des toilettes étaient disponibles sur demande. La situation en retrait de la digue offrait une certaine protection contre le vent.

(Translated by Google) We came here by chance and were pleasantly surprised by the place. The owners are very friendly. We had a wonderful time with the family; we highly recommend it. (Original) Venue par hasard, nous avons été agréablement surpris par l'endroit. Les gérants sont très sympathiques. On a passé un très bon moment en famille, nous recommandons

(Translated by Google) My husband and I came to eat tonight. The mussels and fries were good, the desserts were good. The owner and the waiters (one waitress) were very welcoming and attentive. We had a great time. (Original) Nous sommes venus manger mon mari et moi ce soir. Les moules frites bonnes les desserts bons. La patronne et les serveurs ( font 1 serveuse) très accueillants et aux petits soins. Nous avons passez un bon moment

(Translated by Google) What a fantastic mini golf course, so challenging! The only difference is that the staff was really grumpy today 🐐😔, oh my, they were so curt. We skipped our planned dinner at their pizza restaurant, which was a real shame. That also explained why the entire terrace was empty; everyone left immediately after 18 holes. (Original) Wat een super leuke midgetgolf banen, lekker uitdagend. Alleen het personeel was vandaag echt bok chagrijnig 🐐😔 man man man wat waren zij kortaf.. ons geplande diner bij hun pizza restaurant hebben wij dan ook maar overgeslagen, echt zonde Dat verklaarde ook wel dat het gehele terras leeg was, iedereen vertrok direct na de 18 holes

Lovely, peaceful open space between motorhome aire and rhe beach.

We only stayed on the camping-car section (aire) but we walked through the park to the beach. The park is well maintained.

Circus was great! Parking easy and access was fine.

Great free Aire, close to Normandy Beaches and a cycle track

Lovely park sat down on bench listen russian radio online

Visited for brocante. Hood number of stalls.

Clean.. Excellent..

(Translated by Google) A very lively and welcoming parish. However, the acoustics in the church are very poor. (Original) Paroisse très animée et accueillante. En revanche l’accoustique de l’église est très mauvaise.

(Translated by Google) Old church with modern stained glass windows and a little dark. (Original) Eglise ancienne avec des vitraux modernes et un peu sombre.

(Translated by Google) Magnificent church which I have been next to on vacation since my childhood... A refreshing place of peace! The ringing of the bells is also worth the detour! (Original) Magnifique église dont je suis voisin de vacances depuis ma plus tendre enfance... Lieu de paix ressourçant ! La sonnerie des cloches vaut également le détour !

(Translated by Google) A meditative atmosphere in this somewhat dark place with its stained glass windows and statues of great beauty. A church to discover if you are on vacation in Courseulles-sur-Mer. Yours truly. (Original) Une atmosphère méditative dans ce lieu un peu sombre avec ses vitraux et statues de grande beauté Une église à découvrir si vous êtes en villégiature à Courseulles-sur-Mer. Bien à vous.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful little church (Original) Belle petite église

(Translated by Google) Father Florent is very present, his homilies are entirely in our Catholic culture. We come from a neighboring village (he is our priest). Mass is at 9:30 a.m., the next mass is in Creully at 11 a.m. (Original) Le père Florent est très présent, ses homélies sont tout à fait dans notre culture catholique. Nous venons d'un village voisin (c'est notre curé). La messe est à 9h30, la messe suivante est à Creully à 11h.

(Translated by Google) Very beautiful church which unfortunately due to lack of maintenance will soon become, like many other churches, forgotten masterpieces...poor France, it is also becoming like its churches.! (Original) Très belle église qui malheureusement par manque d'entretien deviendra sous peu comme beaucoup d'autres églises des chefs d'oeuvres oubliés...pauvre France,elle est aussi entrain de devenir comme ses églises.!

(Translated by Google) Honorary citizen of the town of Courseulles sur Mer, Canadian Sergeant Léo Gariepy of the First Hussars, one of the main architects of the liberation of the town in June 1944, made it possible to refloat this Sherman Bold tank which had sunk at sea during the disembarkation on the beach of Courseulles. Restored, it now appears on this square as a relic of the intervention of the Canadian Soldiers who liberated the city during the Allied landings in Normandy. (Original) Citoyen d'honneur de la ville de Courseulles sur Mer, le sergent Canadien Léo Gariepy du First Hussars, un des principaux artisans de la libération de la ville en Juin 1944, a permis de renflouer ce char Sherman Bold qui avait sombré en mer lors du débarquement sur la plage de Courseulles. Restauré, il figure maintenant sur cette place comme une relique de l'intervention des Soldats Canadiens qui libérèrent la ville lors du débarquement des Alliés en Normandie.

(Translated by Google) It was the driver of one of the three tanks who pointed his cannon at the Baudard property, headquarters of the kommandantur, for the Germans to surrender on June 6, 1944. who came to live in Courseulles-sur-Mer sur mer in 1967. who participated in the refloating and exhibition of this tank on the square. His name was Mr. LÉO GARIEPY. He died in 1972. (Original) C'est Le conducteur d'un des trois char qui a pointé son canon sur la propriété Baudard siége de la kommandantur pour que les allemands se rendent le 6 juin 1944. venu vivre a Courseulles-sur-Mer sur mer en 1967. qui a participé au renflouage et a l'exposition de ce char sur la place. Il s'appelait monsieur LÉO GARIEPY . Il est décédé en 1972.

(Translated by Google) Char DD (duplex drive) having sunk on June 6, 1944. Taken out of the water in 1970 and put forward by a Canadian veteran who returned to settle in Courseulles-sur-Mer (Original) Char DD (duplex drive)ayant coulé le 6 juin 1944. Sorti de l'eau en 1970 et mis en avant par un vétéran canadien revenu s'installer à Courseulles-sur-Mer

(Translated by Google) I highly recommend this important place on the D Day road (Original) Polecam bardzo, ważne miejsce na drodze D Day

(Translated by Google) So this is point D? (Original) C'est donc la le point D ?

(Translated by Google) Magnificent in superb condition (Original) Magnifique en superbe etat

(Translated by Google) Imposing and spectacular. (Original) Imposant et spectaculaire.