Destination Weddings in Cabourg

Planning a marriage celebration in Cabourg, a city located on the left bank of the Dives estuary, is to experience a sophisticated and lively resort that has remained practically untouched since its inauguration in 1855, 150 years ago.   Just take a few steps inland and you will find yourself surrounded by 19th century villas and gardens. With 106 square acres of gardens, 1.2 square acres of flower beds and two and a half mile-long sandy beach, your album will be full with beautiful images of your wedding in Cabourg.

Visiting Cabourg today you would never imagine that in the beginning of the 19th century the town was described as one of the poorest communities in the region. In 1854, when only 300 souls called Cabourg home, two investors, Henri Durand-Morimbeau and Archille Collin, successfully transformed this tiny fishing village into a fashionable seaside resort. 

In Cabourg, it seems that all roads lead to the Grand Hotel, its adjoining casino and the long boardwalk that link these buildings to the sea. This was the idea of Paul Leroux, the architect that designed the resort.  Whether strolling down the avenues or along the beach you can easily imagine yourself in Cabourg of the 19th century. 

Marcel Proust, the French author, made Cabourg and especially the Grand Hotel famous in his book ‘A l’ombre des Jeunes Filles en Fleurs’ in which he described life in this seaside resort during the ‘Belle Époque’ the end of the 19th century.  You may chose to stay in the room thought to be Proust’s favorite!

Cabourg is a romantic setting for your wedding in Normandy.  If your guest list spans a variety of ages Cabourg offers many activities such as; sailing, windsurfing, horseback riding, tennis, both 9 and 18 hole golf courses, miniature golf courses and mountain biking.  If you are looking for a slower pace you can linger and relax on the impeccably clean beach.

Long walks along the shore, drinks on the terrace of a café, or a show at the theatre, Cabourg still has plenty to offer when the sun starts to set.  After dinner, why not stop in the Casino or go dancing.  Maybe you will be lucky enough to see fireworks in the Cabourg sky the evening you exchange your vows.