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Port-en-Bessin-Huppain (Calvados, France)

Port-en-Bessin-Huppain is a small Norman port on the English Channel, between Arromanches and Omaha Beach. The village still has real maritime activity: fishing, the fish market and leisure boating animate the port carved into the cliff. Its recent history is marked by the Allied landing: the capture of the port on 6 June 1944 remains an important local milestone. Today the place attracts both history enthusiasts and seafood lovers.

Heritage and history

The military past is visible in the landscape and nearby memorials. Port-en-Bessin played an operational role during the Landing and serves as a base for visits to D-Day sites. The village’s narrow streets feature typical stone houses, and local memory is visible in plaques and small exhibitions in the center.

Architecture and port setting

The port, tucked between cliffs, offers a quay front lined with houses with sober facades. Pontoons, trawlers and pleasure craft give the place an authentic, lively charm. Buildings remain human-scaled, without large-scale mass tourism, which preserves the maritime atmosphere.

Gastronomy and seafood

Port-en-Bessin is renowned for the freshness of its products: fish, shellfish and crustaceans arrive directly at the fish market. Several restaurants and fish shops showcase these products, to be enjoyed on a terrace when the weather allows.

Outdoor activities

The coastal location favors walks along the quays, walks on foot to the Landing beaches and sea outings from the marina. Rod fishing and coastal excursions are also offered by local professionals.

Not to miss

• The port: the heart of maritime activity, ideal for watching the fish market and the boats.
• The seafront: walks and views over the English Channel.
• The fish restaurants: tasting products straight from the fish market.
• The Landing sites: within short distance to understand the historical context.
• Coastal walks: trails and viewpoints over the surrounding cliffs.