Marché aux poissons - Courseulles-Sur-Mer

The Courseulles-sur-Mer fish market: the soul of the port

Located on the Côte de Nacre, between Ouistreham and Arromanches, the seaside resort of Courseulles-sur-Mer lives to the rhythm of its fishing port. A veritable local institution, its fish market is a must for anyone wanting to sample the authenticity of Calvados.

The ultra-short circuit direct from the port: forget the middlemen and opt for ultra-fresh!

In this Norman postcard setting, the sailors deliver their catch before your very eyes. It's a unique opportunity to buy your fish and seafood directly from the people who catch them. At the stalls, the sailors' wives take over to advise you, combining a smile with culinary expertise to make your meal the best it can be.

You'll find an incredible variety of products from our coasts: sole, sea bass, turbot, lobster, spiders and the famous Norman oysters with their subtle hazelnut flavour.

The Queen of Calvados: the scallop

From early October to mid-May, the scallop is the undisputed star! Normandy is the leading scallop-producing region in France. At Courseulles, they arrive daily, bearing the precious Label Rouge label, a guarantee of exceptional quality and sustainable management of the resource.

Practical information

When can you visit? Open every morning, all year round, from 8am to 1pm (some stalls are open continuously in the afternoon and at weekends).

Where? On the fishing port, Quai des Alliés.

Parking : Free parking nearby (Place de Gaulle, Quai des Alliés and Place du 6 juin).