Ouistreham: A Historic Refuge by the English Channel
Situated in the Calvados department in Normandie region of the country, Ouistreham, France is a port and resort town that lies upon the mouth of the Orne River. Its name is derived from the word "ouistre" or oyster and the Saxon word "ham" or village. In the Middle Ages, it was a prominent regional trading port. The town is most accessible from the Caen-Carpiquet Airport (CFR), 14 miles southwest.
Best Time to Visit
Ouistreham, France offers ideal weather for travel between late May and mid-October. Tourism is at its peak from July through September, so best to book Ouistreham FR hotels in November, when travelers are unlikely to visit. In October, don't miss out on the Ouistreham Seafood Festival.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Ouistreham, France boasts of historic sites, including the Memorial Pegasus and Pegasus Bridge, a road crossing over the Caen Canal that connects Caen and Ouistreham. Take a swim and get a tan at the Ouistreham Beach. Discover World War II artifacts and memorabilia housed in a Nazi bunker at Le Grand Bunker Musee du Mur de l'Atlantique and marvel at the architecture of the Château de Beauregard and Église Saint-Samson d'Ouistreham, a church built between the 12th and 13th centuries featuring Romanesque façade and a large lantern tower. Check into Best Western La Mare o Poissons, which provides easy access to Caen Ferry Terminal and Riva Bella Beach. It also boasts of relaxed rooms with Wi-Fi, a coffee shop, restaurant, bar, and heated outdoor pool. Enjoy rooms with garden or sea views at the Hôtel-Restaurant La Villa Andry, with a restaurant, a bar with scenic views, and garden.