Location:
Port-en-Bessin, 6 miles NW of Bayeux, 28 miles NW of Caen.
Golf Courses:
The golf club at Omaha Beach was founded in 1985 by Guy Dupont, and has three nine-hole courses, all designed by the revered golf architect, Yves Bureau.
La Mer is the most prestigious of Omaha's three courses, and benefits from a spectacular location on the cliff-top overlooking the harbour at Port-en-Bessin. Holes 2 and 6 are the most memorable, with outstanding views of the artificial wartime Allied harbour and the English Channel. Measuring 3,099 yards, La Mer will be a certain highlight of your visit to Omaha Beach.
Le Bocage (The Hedgerow Course) combines with La Mer to formulate the recognised championship course at Omaha Beach. Bordered by classical Norman flora and fauna - the wonderful rhododendrons are a particular highlight - the Hedgerow builds to a mighty crescendo with two terrific closing holes. The 17th and 18th are tough par-4s, whose strategic bunkering provides a real challenge.
Omaha Beach's third loop is called L'Etang, or The Pond, and although it is shorter than the resort's two more established courses, the presence of water looms large over many holes. With views of the historic cathedral at Bayeux, L'Etang is a stunning place to enjoy a round of golf, and adds much to the intriguing character at Omaha Beach.
Hotel Accommodation:
The Hotel Mercure Omaha Beach is located in the heart of the historic D-Day landings area of Normandy, and is also just a few minutes from Bayeux. There are 70 guest bedrooms from which to choose, all of which overlook either the garden or swimming pool. The décor and furnishings are modern and stylish throughout, and the hotel is perfectly equipped to welcome groups, couples and families. Excellent facilities add to prestige of this superb 3* hotel, which is a superb choice for a holiday next to the internationally renowned Omaha Beach golf courses.
