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Cabourg
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Cabourg (Calvados, France)
Cabourg is an elegant seaside resort on the Norman coast, known for its fine sandy beach and Belle Époque atmosphere. The town has retained a discreet coastal charm, where the seafront and broad promenades attract families and those seeking calm. Cabourg is linked to the memory of Marcel Proust, whose stays inspired the seaside settings of certain passages in In Search of Lost Time. There is a balance between seaside pleasures and walks through the old quarters.
Heritage and history
The connection to Marcel Proust is omnipresent, visible on plaques and in the name of the main promenade. The town's history as a seaside resort at the turn of the 19th–20th centuries is evident in local memories and former bathing establishments. Archives and a few city panels recount the evolution of the coastline, not claiming monumental heritage but rather a shared cultural memory.
Architecture
Cabourg preserves many Belle Époque villas, colorful facades and typical bow windows, lining the avenues near the seafront. The Grand Hôtel de Cabourg, emblematic, dominates the promenade and evokes the atmosphere of the great resort towns of the late 19th century. The small, affluent residential streets offer a contrast with the lively promenade.
Nature and landscapes
The wide sandy beach stretches for several kilometers at low tide, bordered by dunes and coastal grasslands. To the west, the estuary of the Dives and its wetlands invite birdwatching and peaceful walks. Sunsets over the English Channel, in clear weather, remain a simple and moving attraction.
Outdoor activities and leisure
The seafront offers a long promenade suitable for walking and cycling. The Casino de Cabourg livens the evenings and the town center concentrates cafés and tea rooms. Each year the town hosts a film festival dedicated to romantic films, attracting a loyal audience.
Not to miss
- Promenade Marcel Proust — a pedestrian walk along the seafront, dotted with literary references.
- Grand Hôtel de Cabourg — façade and Belle Époque atmosphere, visible from the beach.
- Cabourg Beach — an expanse of fine sand, ideal for walking and family games.
- Casino de Cabourg — for evening entertainment and cultural events.
- Estuary of the Dives — a natural site for birdwatching and peaceful walks.