Waterfront Spot
Waterfront SpotParc Naturel Régional des Marais du Cotentin et du Bessin
Carentan-les-Marais
A colony of wild seals has called this Norman bay home since 1989, and watching them lounge on the sandbanks is completely free. Park guides know the best spots and share stories about the hundred-plus residents.
Wildlife observation
Free nature activity
Peaceful coastal walk
Family-friendly outing
Tips
🐕great dog-friendly activity while family visits Utah Beach museum
🔭bring binoculars for better seal spotting from the paths
🌊check tide schedules, seals favor sandbanks at low tide
Parc Naturel Régional des Marais du Cotentin et du Bessin
Carentan-les-Marais
Waterfront SpotWaterfront SpotA colony of wild seals has called this Norman bay home since 1989, and watching them lounge on the sandbanks is completely free. Park guides know the best spots and share stories about the hundred-plus residents.
Wildlife observation
Free nature activity
Peaceful coastal walk
Family-friendly outing
Tips
🐕great dog-friendly activity while family visits Utah Beach museum
🔭bring binoculars for better seal spotting from the paths
🌊check tide schedules, seals favor sandbanks at low tide