Vue panoramique du Marais Vernier depuis un observatoire naturel.

Between towering cliffs, peaceful marshes and ancient forests, Normandy offers an incredible diversity of protected landscapes. By staying at Castel Camping Le Brévedent, you can easily explore these natural treasures, classified for their beauty and ecological wealth.

Observation de fossiles aux falaises des Vaches Noires à Villers-sur-Mer.

The Vaches Noires cliffs: an exceptional geological site

Halfway between Villers-sur-Mer and Houlgate, the Vaches Noires cliffs offer a spectacular view across the Channel. Formed over 160 million years ago, this listed site is famous for its fossils and geological interest. At low tide you can admire the strata and imagine the history of the site.

The Marais Vernier: immersion in a unique ecosystem

At the heart of the Boucles de la Seine Normande nature reserve, the Marais Vernier is a large wetland area of international importance. Shaped by man and nature, it is home to a remarkable variety of flora and fauna. Peat bogs, meadows, reedbeds and storks punctuate these wild landscapes.

Vue panoramique du Marais Vernier depuis un observatoire naturel.
Balade dans la hêtraie de Lyons-la-Forêt en Normandie.

The Lyons beech forest: the largest beech forest in France

Close to one of the most beautiful villages in Normandy, Lyons-la-Forêt, this majestic beech forest covers 10,000 hectares. Listed for its ecological value, it’s ideal for walking or cycling through the undergrowth. In autumn, its brilliant colours offer an unforgettable natural spectacle.

The cliffs of Étretat: a breathtaking listed jewel

The protected cliffs of Étretat are world famous for their arches created by erosion. Listed as a natural site, they have always inspired artists and visitors alike. A walk along the coastal paths offers spectacular views between sea and sky.

Vue aérienne sur les falaises d’Étretat et la côte d'Albâtre.
Randonnée dans la réserve naturelle de la Sangsurière dans le Cotentin.

Réserve de la Sangsurière et de l’Adriennerie: a haven of nature in the Cotentin region

Near Portbail in the Manche, the Sangsurière nature reserve protects former marshes that have been transformed into meadows and reed beds. It is home to a rare fauna and offers walkers marked trails to discover this haven of biodiversity in complete tranquillity.

Explore natural Normandy from Le Brévedent

Castel Camping Le Brévedent offers easy access to these listed natural sites, perfect for a day of exploration or a nature break. Walk, explore and enjoy a rejuvenating break in the heart of unspoilt Normandy.