Seaside resort

Agon-Coutainville: activities, recommendations and must-see natural sites

A dynamic family seaside resort
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Agon-Coutainville, between Coutances and Granville, is one of the unmissable seaside resorts in la Manche. With its unspoilt landscapes and vibrant atmosphere, Agon-Coutainville has plenty of activities on offer and natural treasures for you to discover. Enjoy its lively streets and huge beaches, and take your pick from exciting watersports, great restaurants and wild walks!

Family holidays in Agon-Coutainville: what to do?

Activities for all

If you fancy trying something new with your family, why not go horse riding, play a round of golf or challenge your kids to a tennis match? After all that effort, you’ll deserve a treat! Enjoy an ice cream and a stroll along the promenade while you dream up your next sandcastles. And if the adults fancy a night out, head to the casino in Agon-Coutainville to test your luck!

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Agon-Coutainville: a family seaside resort

Agon-Coutainville has been awarded the French Famille Plus and Station Verte labels, as well as a European Blue Flag, and is the perfect destination for family holidays.

Discover watersports

The huge sandy beaches are the perfect place for the whole family to enjoy swimming and watersports. Several watersports centres near Agon-Coutainville offer different coastal activities, including sand yachting, windsurfing, catamaraning, paddle boarding and kayaking. Take your pick!

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Natural sites near Agon-Coutainville

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Gouville-sur-Mer

And its colourful beach huts
Gouville-sur-Mer

Do you fancy a unique walk? Then head to the beach in Gouville-sur-Mer with its protected dunes. In the heart of this unspoilt setting, you’ll find a rainbow of colours with the pretty beach huts.

Here, the GR®223 hiking trail awaits you, unless you prefer to chill as you watch the sunset. If so, Le Boa is the place to be. This beachfront bar is ideal for a drink with friends or a delicious waffle with your family.

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From Hauteville-sur-Mer to Gouville-sur-Mer: beaches and walks near Agon-Coutainville

The seaside resort of Agon-Coutainville is also ideally situated for getting to other nearby beaches. Hauteville-sur-Mer beach is perfect for families. There are lots of watersports on offer there and lifeguards on duty.

A bit further on, the beach in Montmartin-sur-Mer is lovely too. Every summer, the “Chauffer dans la Noirceur” festival is the unmissable cultural event on this stretch of coast.

Do you fancy an unusual walk? Then head to Gouville-sur-Mer and its protected dunes. As you explore this unspoilt setting, you’ll be surprised by a rainbow of colourful beach huts.

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The Pointe d’Agon-Coutainville

and its lighthouse
Agon-Coutainville

Leave your car behind and hop on your bike! Time to continue your exploration to the Pointe d’Agon-Coutainville. This unique and unspoilt place feels like you’ve reached the edge of the world! Separating the Regnéville tidal inlet from the sea, the vast stretches of sand at the Pointe d’Agon-Coutainville are shaped by the tides.

The unmissable lighthouse here, with its red lantern, watches over the boats. Situated on the GR®223 hiking trail, the Pointe d’Agon-Coutainville is a great place for walking. You might find you’re accompanied by some saltmarsh sheep as you go along!

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Regnéville-sur-Mer

an authentic village full of charm
Regnéville-sur-Mer

Opposite the Pointe d’Agon-Coutainville, the village of Regnéville-sur-Mer is a unique place that’s packed full of character, with pretty little cottages.

Nestled in the heart of the Sienne inlet, the tidal harbour in Regnéville-sur-Mer is a witness to its maritime past. A walk through the peaceful old fishing village is like stepping back in time.

Don’t miss the ruins of the old medieval castle, where local markets are held in summer. Do you want to try an adventure in the great outdoors? Then head off with a guide to cross the Sienne inlet and discover its flora and fauna.

The côte des havres

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The Château de Gratot

A medieval escapade
Gratot

Do you enjoy heritage and cultural visits? Then leave the beach for a while and head to the Château de Gratot. This Norman stronghold will take you on a journey back to medieval times. Soak up the magical atmosphere and listen out for the famous legend of the Fairy Andaine. In summer, the Château de Gratot hosts temporary exhibitions by local artists.

The best châteaux to visit

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Where to eat and drink: our recommendations

Oyster bars near Agon-Coutainville

For a meal with your friends in a relaxed atmosphere, try a plate of oysters with a nice glass of wine at La Belle Ostréa in the centre of Agon-Coutainville. Do you prefer other types of seafood? Then tuck into some Chausey clams.

In Blainville-sur-Mer, Les Huîtres du Père Gus is well worth a trip. It’s the perfect place for a tasty treat in a laid-back setting. You’ll find this eatery in an old oyster farming hangar right next to the beach. If the weather’s good, you can sit on the lovely terrace as you sample oysters produced very close by, between Blainville-sur-Mer and the Pointe d’Agon-Coutainville, as well as prawns, whelks and seafood rillettes.

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A taste of childhood

Do you still have room for dessert? Then try La Sucette Chaude, where the ice creams, waffles and home-made sweets will be a big hit with the whole family, taking grown-ups straight back to their childhood! On some evenings in summer, you can watch the lollipops being made. Enjoy your goodies as you sit by the beach and watch the sunset!

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LES ENFANTS DE CHOEUR

In 2022, a new bistro - wine cellar opened in one of the old houses in Agon-Coutainville: Les enfants de Choeur. The friendly owner, Grégoire, has brought new life to the village, offering a great place for a get together, with a cosy atmosphere. You can get enjoy live music and tapas at the weekend with the bar’s programme of lively events.

LES ENFANTS DE CHOEUR

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Where to stay near Agon-Coutainville?

There are lots of places to stay near the seaside resort of Agon-Coutainville. If you love camping with your family or friends, try the four-star Camping La Sirène in Montmartin-sur-Mer, which has lots of activities on offer right next to the beach. There are also several campsites in the centre of Agon-Coutainville, just a short bike ride away from the beach.

The campsite in Regnéville-sur-Mer

Do you want to stay in a magical setting? Then the municipal campsite in Regnéville-sur-Mer is the place for you. With gorgeous views across the inlet, it’s the perfect spot to watch the sun rise and set with the tides. Situated on the GR®223 hiking trail, the campsite in Regnéville-sur-Mer has accommodation to suit all tastes and a lovely laid-back feel. Choose between pitches for motorhomes and vans, cute glamping tents for hikers and vintage caravans. The cherry on the cake is the campsite’s Pourquoi Pas Café, where you can grab a tasty breakfast or lunch, or sit and enjoy an aperitif by the water, all made with delicious local products.

The campiste in Regnéville-sur-Mer

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Photo, © Xavier Lachenaud

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