Which campsite should I book to visit Veules-les-Roses in Normandy?
(For one night or more)
Veules-les-Roses and the surrounding area are particularly rich in campsite accommodation of all categories, from the simple camping car park to the 3, 4 or 5 star luxury campsite, by the river or the sea, close to a leisure centre. Here is a selection of campsites to help you make your choice.
Campsite Seasonova Les Mouettes in Veules-les-Roses (76)
The Seasonova Les Mouettes *** campsite is ideally located in Veules-les-Roses itself. Open from April to the end of September, it has a large indoor heated swimming pool, open throughout the season. Just 300 metres from the beach, this is the place to discover the "slow life" and a friendly, family atmosphere. For your convenience, the campsite has 150 pitches and over 30 rentals. There's also a motorhome park with around 15 pitches and sewage disposal. As for sports, Les Mouettes campsite offers a gym, hammam, jacuzzi, sauna, treatments, massages and spa. There are also evening entertainment events hosted by the campsite team for all to enjoy.
The Seasonnova Etennemare *** campsite is located in the pretty seaside resort of Saint-Valery-en-Caux, less than 9 km from the village of Veules-les-Roses. Open from early April to mid-September, the Etennemare campsite is less than 2 km from the sea, but also has a heated indoor swimming pool and a mini farm for children's enjoyment. Over 160 pitches, including almost 50 rentals, are available, with mobile homes, chalets and canvas bungalows. Evening entertainment is organised during the summer season. The whole campsite team is here to look after you.
Les Garennes *** campsite in Bourg-Dun
Located in Le Bourg-Dun, Les Garennes de la Mer *** is a peaceful campsite, 7 km from the village of Veules-les-Roses. 3 km from Normandy's largest sandy beach and close to the cliffs of Saint-Aubin-sur-Mer, but also close to Dieppe and Saint-Valery-en-Caux. Open from April to October, the campsite has 80 pitches, a number of rentals and activities such as a tennis court, petanque, table tennis and children's activities organised by the campsite team. A real fitness break awaits you.
Campsite with swimming pool
Camping Domaine de Saâne et Mer **** in Quiberville is 12 km from the village of Veules-les-Roses. An enchanting setting in the heart of nature, where you can enjoy the great outdoors and a magnificent view over the Saâne valley awaits you. The campsite welcomes you in a calm and relaxing atmosphere beside its heated outdoor swimming pool. Open from April to the end of October, the campsite is 750 metres from the sea. It has 160 pitches and 31 rental units where you can choose the mobile home or chalet that suits you best. The campsite offers internet access, Wi-Fi and a snack restaurant. As for sports, you can hire a bike, take part in water sports such as canoeing and kayaking, windsurfing and sailing lessons, as well as pétanque, football, volleyball, table tennis, etc. Finally, there is entertainment for children of all ages and games during the school holidays, as well as a games room. Activities to keep you busy.
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Camping municipal Le Mesnil ** in Saint-Aubin-sur-Mer is just 4.5 km from the centre of the village of Veules-les-Roses. Discover this campsite, just 500 metres from the sea, for weekends away or longer stays. It has 111 pitches as well as a motorhome area with a traditional bollard. Open from mid-April to the end of October, it offers a children's playroom, food and ice facilities, as well as Wi-Fi and barbecues for those warm summer evenings outdoors.
Camping Les Moutons ** in Blosseville is just 2.5 km from Veules-Les-Roses and its beach. A small, unpretentious family campsite with 48 pitches with electric hook-up, bordered by hedges, as well as mobile home rentals. Individual sanitary facilities are also available. A peaceful campsite in the heart of nature. Open from April to the end of October.
Camping de la Vallée in Gueures by the river
Camping de la Vallée ** in Gueures is located on the banks of the Vienne and Saâne rivers. It offers 92 pitches and a few mobile homes for hire, as well as sporting activities such as table tennis, basketball and volleyball. Daytime and evening entertainment is organised for everyone.
Campsites located near Veules-les-Roses
Located 3 km from Veules-Les-Roses, Les Pommiers *** campsite in Sotteville-sur-Mer is 1.2 km from the beach. The campsite offers activities such as horse riding, kayaking and bike hire. It has 61 pitches. Open from April to the end of October, there is a bar, a grocery shop and barbecues. Games and entertainment have been organised for your children.
The must-sees in Veules-les-Roses
The construction of Veules-les-Roses on the Côte d'Albâtre dates to the 3rd century. It was a prosperous village for a time, and was able to withstand events such as famine, invasions and fires. The village was even considered a fashionable seaside resort in the 19th century, with sea bathing, and many artists who enjoyed the area contributed to the resort's golden age until the Second World War, when much of the commune was destroyed and occupied by Nazi Germany.image
Where to go in Veules-les-Roses?
Today, 80 years after the D-Day landings, the village of Veules has been rebuilt, and it's a delight to stroll through the flower-filled lanes and admire the half-timbered thatched cottages, the Belle Epoque houses and all the charm that emanates from strolling along the river Veules and along the seafront, then admire the watercress crops near the springs in the watercress beds, as well as the old mills that are now part of the pretty countryside.
Built between 1520 and 1612, with a bell tower dating back as far as the 13th century, you won't want to miss the imposing and superb church of Saint-Martin. Listed as a historic monument, the sacristy dates from the 19th century and the interior is in the Norman tradition. Admire the ornate pillars and the frescoes on the choir vault, which have recently been restored.
The remains of the church of Saint-Nicolas can also be found in the middle of a square. The ruins of its ashlar and sandstone construction, of which only the three-sided apse remains, were built in the 11th century and demolished in the 19th century.
The beach at Veules-les-Roses is best visited at low tide. This is when the rough sea gives way to a large expanse of fine sand, with sandbanks that gradually appear in the distance and in the middle of the water. At the foot of the cliffs, a small layer of water usually forms at low tide, where periwinkles and prawns gather - don't forget your landing nets!
What sea does Veules-les-Roses border?
If you decide to take a dip in the sea at Veules-les-Roses, you'll be swimming in the English Channel. Its clear, shimmering waters offer all the pleasures of sea bathing, even if it's often very cool!
Just off the beach is the oyster-farming site where the Veulaise oyster is grown. This oyster is apparently of the highest quality, thanks to the mixing of the oyster beds by the tides and the fresh water brought in from the cliffs. This delicious-tasting oyster has been around for over 25 years.
You can also discover Veules-les-Roses along the river on a walking route signposted by small signs that tell you all about the village's treasures. You'll discover the secrets of the watering hole, Victor Hugo's cave (the author spent several periods in Veules-les-Roses, where he stayed with his friend Paul Meurice), the watercress beds and the mills.
Finally, if you like hiking, the GR21 passes through Veules-les-Roses. It will take you to Sotteville and reveal some sumptuous scenery from the top of the limestone cliffs. This is a well-marked, fairly easy walk.
Why the name veules-les-roses?
It was in the 14th century that the name Wellas was certified from the Old English word for "watercourse", a direct link with "La Veules". It was common then, and still is today, for watercourses to give their name to the commune. Here, we're highlighting France's smallest river, which is a great tourist attraction for the commune.