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WATER SPORTS




KITE SURFING



Houlgate is THE inevitable SPOT for kitesurf enthusiasts and, as a bonus, it is the closest to Paris. Located just 500 meters from the hotel, Houlgate beach will offer you magnificent wind conditions (North-East to North-West). At low tide, the sea recedes into the distance, creating shallow, wave-free bodies of water, ideal conditions for starting and progressing. Those interested can inquire at the "Kite Paradise" kite school which offers lessons all year round except in winter. To help, the local association "HAK" or Houlgate Assoss Kite, uses the first aid station and Algeco to store members' equipment, provide an inflator and volunteer security. One thing is certain, kiting near these unique and totally unspoiled places will be an unforgettable experience!

OTHER WATER SPORTS



Many water activities are available to you to make your stay in Houlgate even more memorable. Among them: kayaking, catamaran, windsurfing, paddle boarding, water skiing, wake boarding, towed buoys or even guided sea trips.
Find out more from the various Houlgate activity providers.

HIKES AND WALKS




HIKES & WALKS



With its 3,000 km of routes, the region has something to delight all lovers of walks and hikes! These routes open onto landscapes of cliffs, sandy beaches and pebbles on the seafront. In the hinterland, the grove offers immense panoramas of varied landscapes, dotted with half-timbered and half-timbered houses. of wood with atypical charm. All this, without counting the discoveries of the historical and gastronomic heritage that you can make along the way. And guess what? Houlgate is the starting point for most walks and hikes along the coast or towards the hinterland.

BICYCLE




Houlgate & its surroundings



If you feel like exploring Houlgate and its surroundings by bike, Hotel Les Cabines offers rental single bikes and electric bikes with a range of up to 70 km. You can travel around as much as you want! As for prices, count € 10 for a half-day rental (from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. or from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m.) and € 15 for a full day's rental with single bikes. Then € 20 for half a day and € 30 for the day for electric bikes. To enjoy all the charms of Houlgate and its surroundings, follow us for this short tour of the most beautiful bike rides:

From Houlgate to Cabourg (A / R 10 km, 1h)

You can stop along the way at the beautiful marina of Dives-Cabourg Houlgate (Guillaume port) and above all enjoy the romantic and elegant town of Cabourg, its architecture, its gardens and all its riches!

From Houlgate to Franceville (25 km round trip, 2h30)

A beautiful stroll along the coast passing through Cabourg. Little advice, do not miss the incredible Dunes of Franceville, classified in "natural area of ​​ecological faunistic and floristic interest" (ZNIEFF) and have a drink at the "Face-Bay" with a breathtaking view of the estuary of the Orne.

From Houlgate to Ouistreham (one of the landing beaches) (A / R 50 km, 5h)

After Franceville, pass the Pegasus bridge and continue along
the Orne estuary towards Ouistreham and the start of the landing beaches. You
Among other things, you can visit the N ° 4 Commando Museum and the Atlantic Wall Museum, which tell the story of this momentous moment.

From Houlgate to Villers-sur-Mer (Round trip 15 km, 1h30)

Take the Corniche road to Auberville, then the Blandin road and the Ormeaux road which goes down to Villers-sur-Mer. On the program: an exceptional natural and cultural heritage, just like its coastal neighbors.

From Houlgate to Deauville / Trouville (A / R 30 km, 2h30)

After Villers-sur-Mer, walk along the beach to Blonville, go up towards Benerville, then at the bottom of the descent turn left on the dike and follow the beach for 3 km towards the famous Deauville.

HORSE RIDING




Horse riding in Normandy



Renowned the world over for its horse breeding, Normandy has no less than 4 racetracks and hosts major horse races and equestrian events. If you are a big fan of hair lessons, we suggest the towns of Cabourg and Deauville which have some of the most famous racetracks in France. Finally, for those who would like to set foot in the stirrup, there is no shortage of horseback riding in Houlgate and its surroundings. Along the beach, in wooded and green valleys ... Nature and animal lovers will be at paradise! In the saddle! Finally, for those who would like to set foot in the stirrup, there is no shortage of horseback riding in Houlgate and its surroundings. Along the beach, in the wooded and green valleys ... Nature and animal lovers will be in paradise! In the saddle!

GOLF




Playing golf in a pleasant environment is rather tempting, isn't it?



Playing golf in a pleasant environment is rather tempting, isn't it? And it is no coincidence that the most popular golf courses are set in majestic landscapes, as is the case here in Normandy! Do you want to fully enjoy your passion during your stay in Houlgate? Take a look at the nearest playing fields: the Blue Green Golf in Houlgate 2 km from the city center, the Cabourg-Le Home Golf 5 km from Houlgate, the 4 golf courses near Deauville (Golf Barrière-deauville, Barrière Saint Julien golf course, Admiralty golf course, Saint Gatien golf course) just 15 km from Houlgate and Omaha Beach golf course (landing beach) 70 km from Houlgate.

TENNIS




More of a tennis fan?



You can practice it in a green setting. Houlgate offers its visitors, just 500 meters from the hotel, tennis courts on clay or in a clubhouse. Lessons can be individual and group, for adults and children and there are even mini-tennis courts for children from the age of 4.