Hippodrome de Clairefontaine
Hippodrome de Clairefontaine
Hippodrome de Clairefontaine
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The Clairefontaine racecourse is located in the Calvados region of Normandy, in the communes of Tourgéville and Bénerville. It hosts flat, trotting and obstacle races (Hurdles and Steeple-Chase). Each new meeting takes place over twenty races from the end of June to the end of October. Each day has three main themes: - Race mornings (from 10am: 45min guided tour + Norman aperitif) - Art exhibitions (Painting, sculpture or photography, many artists come to show you their work) - Thematic days (Each race day is accompanied by exhibitors, all related to the theme of the day) Prices: - Admission 5 €, Free for under 18s - Parking 3 €. - Loyalty card: 4 entries bought, the 5th offered - No dogs allowed, except guide dogs
Duration: More than 3 hours
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Isabelle T
Belfort, France40 contributions
Aug 2023
Guided tour of the racecourse this weekend in the company of a very interesting former jockey; It was my first time on a racetrack, and I had an exhilarating afternoon of racing! we go from one place to another to see the horses and their jockey before the race, and we meet them again afterwards. They are magnificent ! The place is very pleasant, flowers and shadows. The restaurant is not great, it's a shame but apart from this downside, it's really an experience worth having.
Written August 16, 2023
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John
Bristol, UK11 contributions
Aug 2024 • Couples
There were 7 of us and we had a great day at a race meeting in June. It is a beautiful venue.
We had booked entry and parking and had a pleasant short walk with our picnic and chairs to a lovely grassy area in front of the grandstand and right up to the track. From there, we had easy access to the parade ring, refreshments and the tote (very helpful staff for inexperienced punters!).
The whole place is beautifully presented and very relaxed. You could walk up into the grandstand to get a better view of the racing. There were restaurants, but we did not use them.
All very sensibly priced: eg entry 5 euros; parking 3 euros. Strongly recommended.
We had booked entry and parking and had a pleasant short walk with our picnic and chairs to a lovely grassy area in front of the grandstand and right up to the track. From there, we had easy access to the parade ring, refreshments and the tote (very helpful staff for inexperienced punters!).
The whole place is beautifully presented and very relaxed. You could walk up into the grandstand to get a better view of the racing. There were restaurants, but we did not use them.
All very sensibly priced: eg entry 5 euros; parking 3 euros. Strongly recommended.
Written August 10, 2024
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swampbeastie
Accrington, UK328 contributions
Aug 2020 • Couples
This is a picturesque racecourse a couple of miles away from the main Deauville Hippodrome and well worth a visit for any racing fan. Staff were friendly, there's easy parking, reasonable refreshments and good viewing. We went to a mixed jumps/ flat meeting. Admission was just 5 euros, pay on the door and .... I didn't back a winner!!!
Written August 26, 2020
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Frederique R
2 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
Nice view but the rest sucks
We make fun of the world, it’s inedible
4€50 coffee 12€dessert for whoever takes us
Only the service is at the top
Pizzas and dishes are excessively expensive for their quality
We make fun of the world, it’s inedible
4€50 coffee 12€dessert for whoever takes us
Only the service is at the top
Pizzas and dishes are excessively expensive for their quality
Written September 2, 2023
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Léa L
4 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
Negative point +++: the “panoramic” restaurant is a real disaster. The service is outdated on the one hand and on the other hand the dishes offered are of pitiful quality. The supposed “Nutella crepes” are just a carbon copy of the Wahou crepes.
Perhaps I would have found the crepe tastier if they had been less stingy about the Nutella nickname.
However, the setting is very appreciable. And the races are always a pleasure to watch.
Perhaps I would have found the crepe tastier if they had been less stingy about the Nutella nickname.
However, the setting is very appreciable. And the races are always a pleasure to watch.
Written August 14, 2023
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Claude22
9 contributions
Sep 2024 • Family
First and last experience
Almost 5€ the coffee we laugh at more expensive than the majestic deauville racetrack
Deplorable service Change personnel with a smile and know how to return change
I didn't know this racetrack now I've done it I better understand its lack of notoriety
To flee
Almost 5€ the coffee we laugh at more expensive than the majestic deauville racetrack
Deplorable service Change personnel with a smile and know how to return change
I didn't know this racetrack now I've done it I better understand its lack of notoriety
To flee
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Written September 9, 2024
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Elin R
7 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
We dined in the restaurant, very nice staff, food, pricing and great view. The races were organized well and started on time. the schedule was clear and there were races every 30 minutes. We had an amazing time here!
Written August 6, 2023
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jreuben2016
Stratford-upon-Avon, UK18 contributions
Aug 2023 • Friends
An amazing course, child friendly, relaxed atmosphere and set in a beautiful spot and glorious countryside/villages. Well worth a day out. Best book one of the restaurants if you want food if not take a picnic
Written August 6, 2023
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arthurh
Scarborough District, UK417 contributions
Jul 2020
An absolutely fabulous afternoon watching racing at this beautiful racecourse.
A stunning environment with opportunity to enjoy dinner and drinks and most of all just relax.
All the team working here were really friendly and couldn’t have been more helpful in assisting a bumbling English guy understand how to bet at a French racecourse!!
So enjoyable and a must visit if in the area and such good value.
A stunning environment with opportunity to enjoy dinner and drinks and most of all just relax.
All the team working here were really friendly and couldn’t have been more helpful in assisting a bumbling English guy understand how to bet at a French racecourse!!
So enjoyable and a must visit if in the area and such good value.
Written July 19, 2020
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Jenks2626
Wrexham, UK21 contributions
Aug 2015
5euro entrance fee. One enclosure. Excellent viewing from stands. 30min walk from Deauville and we'll sign posted. Beer 5 euros. Champagne 30 euro a bottle. 2 restaurants. Mixture of flat and jump racing.
Written September 29, 2015
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Stephen C
Greater London, United Kingdom
does anyone know where the entrances are?
Written August 16, 2017
Stephen C
Greater London, United Kingdom
does anyone know where the entrances are?
Written August 16, 2017
There are 2 entrances but not on the main road from Deauville to Benerville. There is a road that loops around the park area, shortest walk is from Benerville side
Written August 16, 2017
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