In the city centre, with immediate pedestrian access to shops, restaurants, museums, and markets.
About 50 km from Mont‑Saint‑Michel, a UNESCO‑listed icon.
A vibrant town all year round with cultural events and a lively weekly market.
Nearby
Point of interest
Cornille‑Havard Bell Foundry – 0.6 km
Copper and Cookware Museum – 0.4 km
Dinandier Artisan Workshops – 0.3 km
Notre‑Dame Church – 0.5 km
Champrépus Zoo – 8 km
Mont‑Saint‑Michel – 50 km
Granville (beaches & port) – 28 km
Hambye Abbey – 16 km
Saint‑Sever Forest – 25 km
Villedieu‑les‑Poêles Train Station – 1 km
Local markets
Weekly Tuesday Market – Local produce, clothing, Norman specialties
Friday Evening Organic Market – Place des Costils, friendly local atmosphere
Events
European Craft Days – Spring, workshops and demonstrations
Sacred Voices Festival – August, concerts at Notre‑Dame Church
Night Visits to the Bell Foundry – Summer
Artisanal Christmas Market – December, with lights and activities
The labels
Nearby markets
Marché de Gavray
50450 Gavray
Opening days and times
Marchés aux veaux
50450 Gavray
Opening days and times
Marché de Percy
50410 Percy
Opening days and times
Seasonal rates
24h stopover
Current price
25/10/2026 - 31/12/2027
12,00 € /24h
5h parking + services
Current price
Starting today
12,00 €
Tourist tax
Current price
23/01/2026 - 31/12/2026
0,00 € /24h
Description
Access directly with the access card or an access code via the CAMPING‑CAR PARK platform.
Accessible only during school holidays, on weekends (from Friday 6 pm to Sunday 6 pm), and on public holidays.
Reservation mandatory (0 € booking fee). No services available — the area is located in the parking of Collège Saint Joseph, right in the heart of town.
Tourism / Discovery
Welcome to Villedieu‑les‑Poêles, the copper capital and a real gem in southern Manche! This town, recognized as a City of Craftsmanship and Arts, charms visitors with its rich artisanal heritage and medieval ambiance. Wander through cobblestone streets, admire half‑timbered houses, and step into workshops to discover unique living crafts.
The Cornille‑Havard bell foundry, still active, attracts visitors from all over the world. The Copper and Cookware Museum, the Notre‑Dame Church, and the dinanderie workshops immerse you in centuries‑old tradition.
Located approximately halfway between Mont‑Saint‑Michel and Granville, Villedieu is an excellent base for exploring the region: beaches, typical Norman villages, forests, and abbeys are all within easy driving distance. A stay here offers a perfect mix of heritage, nature, and authenticity.