Cabourg

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This seaside village charms with its scenic beaches, thriving cultural scene and elegant Belle Époque atmosphere.

Famous for its 2.5-mile (4-kilometre) fine-sand beach and its romantic Belle Époque ambiance, the enchanting town of Cabourg is an irresistible seaside destination. Enjoy plenty of outdoor activities, cultural opportunities, the Grand Hotel and a lavish casino. 

Check out Cabourg’s historic Grand Hotel, made famous in Marcel Proust’s novel Remembrance of Things Past (À la recherche du temps perdu). Order a meal in the grand dining room where Proust would have eaten breakfast and look out over scenic views of the English Channel. Next door is Cabourg’s Le Grand Casino, a local landmark known for its early 20th-century architecture and furnishings. Drink champagne in the lounge bar overlooking the sea, attend musical evenings and try your luck at blackjack.

Head down to Cabourg Beach, where you can rent umbrellas, sun lounges and deckchairs so you can relax in comfort. If you are feeling active, try windsurfing, speed sailing or canoeing. Away from the beach, Cabourg offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor recreation. Take the kids for a game of miniature golf, try go-karting at Circuit de Cabourg or go for buggy rides. You can also rent bikes and cycle along the beachfront promenade or stop by the Hippodrome de Cabourg (the Cabourg Racecourse) and watch some of France’s top horses compete in the famous night races. 

Don’t miss out on Cabourg’s cultural side. Visit the Pavillon Charles Bertrand, an exhibition centre where you can admire work by local artists. The town is home to a thriving community of artists and there are many other private galleries and studios too. Plan your visit for June to coincide with the annual Cabourg Film Festival, which has been running since 1983. The festival attracts some of French cinema’s biggest stars.

Cabourg is in Calvados in Lower Normandy. Fly into Caen Carpiquet Airport, which is just a 35-minute drive from Cabourg. Cabourg is also a 30-minute drive from the port at Ouistreham, where you can catch daily ferries to Portsmouth in England. The town is easily accessible by train, with regular connecting services from Paris on the weekends and during summer.

Hôtel & Spa - Thalazur Cabourg
Hôtel & Spa - Thalazur Cabourg
4 out of 5
44 avenue Charles de Gaulle, Cabourg, Calvados
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM1,110 per night from 15 Jun to 16 Jun
RM1,110
RM1,246 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jun - 16 Jun
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Cabourg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (861 reviews)
Excellent
"Excellent stay as always, will be back!"

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2025

Hôtel & Spa - Thalazur Cabourg
Le Grand Hôtel Cabourg - MGallery
Le Grand Hôtel Cabourg - MGallery
5 out of 5
Les Jardins du Casino, Cabourg, Calvados
The price is RM1,305 per night from 27 May to 28 May
RM1,305
RM1,470 total
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cabourg. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (451 reviews)
"Loved our stay at this hotel. First Class."

Reviewed on 1 May 2025

Le Grand Hôtel Cabourg - MGallery
Mercure Cabourg Hôtel & Spa
Mercure Cabourg Hôtel & Spa
4 out of 5
Avenue Michel d'Ornano, Cabourg, Calvados
The price is RM709 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
RM709
RM805 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this 4-star golf hotel in Cabourg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Cabourg Beach and Ouistreham Beach are ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (461 reviews)
"Perfect family friendly stay - thank you"

Reviewed on 28 Aug 2024

Mercure Cabourg Hôtel & Spa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Odalys Résidence Les Dunettes
Odalys Résidence Les Dunettes
3 out of 5
29, Boulevard des Belges, Cabourg
Stay at this 3-star residence in Cabourg. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and a garden. Popular attractions Cabourg Beach and Ouistreham Beach are located ...
"The location was excellent, close to the town, beaches and also D-Day sites. Checking in to the apartment was OK and the accommodation was fine, however the bathroom design was poor, it was very difficult for anyone over 170cm to use the shower as it was in the eves. The toilet was downstairs but ..."

Reviewed on 26 May 2023

Odalys Résidence Les Dunettes
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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