{"id":27399027,"date":"2025-08-18T08:10:25","date_gmt":"2025-08-18T08:10:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ladrutiere.com\/?p=27399027"},"modified":"2025-09-04T08:15:47","modified_gmt":"2025-09-04T08:15:47","slug":"cidre-et-dragon-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ladrutiere.com\/en\/cidre-et-dragon-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Cidre et Dragon 2025 : Vivez un festival \u00e9poustouflant !"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Do you dream of a journey out of time, where fantastical creatures, knights and dragons fill the streets? The festival <strong>Cidre et Dragon 2025<\/strong> invites you to Normandy for a magical weekend in Villers-sur-Mer! Every year, this unique event transforms the seaside resort into a veritable medieval fantasy film set, with street performances, parades of creatures, concerts and, of course, Normandy cider to savour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In 2025, the festival promises to be even more spectacular, attracting thousands of visitors from all over France and even abroad. With entertainment for young and old alike, a medieval market, epic battles and a magical atmosphere by the sea, <strong>Cidre et Dragon 2025<\/strong> is an unmissable experience for lovers of legends and Normandy enthusiasts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And to fully enjoy this adventure, there's nothing better than staying in a cosy, authentic cottage near the festival. At <strong><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/ladrutiere.com\/en\/\">The Druti\u00e8re<\/a><\/strong>, you can enjoy a peaceful haven in the heart of the Normandy countryside, ideal for extending your magical getaway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ladrutiere.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Festival-Cidre-et-Dragon-2025-a-Villers-sur-Mer-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"Famille en costumes m\u00e9di\u00e9vaux et fantastiques devant un dragon g\u00e9ant au festival Cidre et Dragon\" class=\"wp-image-27399029\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:500px;height:300px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ladrutiere.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Festival-Cidre-et-Dragon-2025-a-Villers-sur-Mer-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ladrutiere.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Festival-Cidre-et-Dragon-2025-a-Villers-sur-Mer-980x551.webp 980w, https:\/\/ladrutiere.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Festival-Cidre-et-Dragon-2025-a-Villers-sur-Mer-480x270.webp 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83c\udff0 Cidre et Dragon 2025: a unique festival in Normandy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A medieval fantasy event<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Founded in 2006, <strong>Cidre et Dragon<\/strong> has become one of the largest medieval festivals in France. For two days, Villers-sur-Mer is transformed into a huge playground for fans of fantasy, cosplay and living history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You will encounter knights in armour, majestic elves, mischievous witches, and, of course, the inevitable dragons flying over the crowd during the grand finale.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Events not to be missed<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The medieval and fantasy market<\/strong> : artisans, jewellery, costumes, potions and traditional dishes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Street performances<\/strong> : jugglers, musicians, storytellers, and strange creatures.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Combat and tournaments<\/strong> : epic battles that delight young and old alike.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The concerts<\/strong> : medieval and folk music groups that set the stage alight.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The final fireworks display<\/strong> : a magical moment that brings the festival to a close.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udc49 For more information, visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cidreetdragon.eu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">official website of Cidre et Dragon<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img width=\"945\" height=\"708\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ladrutiere.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Cidre-normand-artisanal-\u2013-Tradition-et-terroir.webp\" alt=\"Verre de cidre normand artisanal avec pichet et pommes fra\u00eeches\" class=\"wp-image-27399030\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:500px;height:300px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ladrutiere.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Cidre-normand-artisanal-\u2013-Tradition-et-terroir.webp 945w, https:\/\/ladrutiere.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Cidre-normand-artisanal-\u2013-Tradition-et-terroir-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/ladrutiere.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Cidre-normand-artisanal-\u2013-Tradition-et-terroir-768x575.webp 768w, https:\/\/ladrutiere.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Cidre-normand-artisanal-\u2013-Tradition-et-terroir-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/ladrutiere.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Cidre-normand-artisanal-\u2013-Tradition-et-terroir-510x382.webp 510w, https:\/\/ladrutiere.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Cidre-normand-artisanal-\u2013-Tradition-et-terroir-480x360.webp 480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 945px) 100vw, 945px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83c\udf4e Norman cider, star of the event<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It is impossible to talk about <strong>Cidre et Dragon 2025<\/strong> Not to mention cider, Normandy's iconic drink. Local producers are honoured with tastings and stands where visitors can discover different varieties: dry, sweet, or even perry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And if you are staying at <strong>The Druti\u00e8re<\/strong>, you will have the opportunity to discover other local Normandy products in the surrounding markets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ladrutiere.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Gite-La-Drutiere-en-Normandie-avec-piscine-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"G\u00eete La Druti\u00e8re avec piscine ext\u00e9rieure et transats en Normandie\" class=\"wp-image-27399031\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:500px;height:300px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ladrutiere.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Gite-La-Drutiere-en-Normandie-avec-piscine-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ladrutiere.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Gite-La-Drutiere-en-Normandie-avec-piscine-980x551.webp 980w, https:\/\/ladrutiere.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Gite-La-Drutiere-en-Normandie-avec-piscine-480x270.webp 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83c\udf3f Where to stay during Cider and Dragon 2025 ?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Staying in La Druti\u00e8re<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Located a few kilometres from Villers-sur-Mer, the cottage <strong><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/ladrutiere.com\/en\/\">The Druti\u00e8re<\/a><\/strong> is the ideal place to enjoy the festival while benefiting from the tranquillity of the Normandy countryside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Comfortable and tastefully decorated rooms<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Large green garden, perfect for recharging your batteries<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Close to the beaches of Normandy and tourist attractions (Deauville, Honfleur, Cabourg)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Large heated swimming pool ideal for cooling off <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>After a lively day at the festival, you can relax in a peaceful and authentic setting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Practical tip<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Book your stay in advance: <strong>Cidre et Dragon 2025<\/strong> attracts thousands of visitors every year and accommodation fills up quickly!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\ude97 How to get to the festival ?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>By car<\/strong> : Villers-sur-Mer is easily accessible from Caen, Deauville, or Lisieux.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>By train<\/strong> : Deauville-Trouville station is the closest, with regular connections from Paris.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>By bus<\/strong> : Special shuttle buses are sometimes provided during the event.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Depuis <strong>The Druti\u00e8re<\/strong>, vous \u00eates id\u00e9alement situ\u00e9 pour rejoindre Villers-sur-Mer en moins de 30 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2753 FAQ \u2013 Everything you need to know about Cidre et Dragon 2025<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>When is Cidre et Dragon 2025 taking place?<\/strong><br>The festival will take place on 20 and 21 September 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Where does the festival take place ?<\/strong><br>Cidre et Dragon at  <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/\/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x480a636213b49a89:0xde70d8a290a9e965?sa=X&amp;ved=1t:8290&amp;ictx=111\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Pl. de la Plage, 14810 Merville-Franceville-Plage<\/a> charming seaside resort in Normandy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Is admission to the festival free ?<\/strong><br>Yes, most events are free, but some shows or concerts may require an admission fee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Can we come in costume ?<\/strong><br>Absolutely ! Cosplay and medieval costumes are encouraged and are part of the magic of the event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Where to stay during the festival ?<\/strong><br>There are many accommodation options available, but for a combination of comfort, authenticity and proximity, book a room at the g\u00eete. <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/ladrutiere.com\/en\/\">The Druti\u00e8re<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83c\udf1f In conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The festival <strong>Cidre et Dragon 2025<\/strong> is the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in a medieval fantasy world while discovering the riches of Normandy. With dragons, shows and local cider, it is a unique experience to enjoy with family or friends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To prolong this enchanted interlude, choose <strong>The Druti\u00e8re<\/strong> as a base. Combining charm, comfort and authenticity, our cottage offers the ideal setting for an unforgettable stay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udc49 Book your stay now at <a href=\"https:\/\/ladrutiere.com\/en\/reservation\/\">The Druti\u00e8re<\/a> and experience the adventure of <strong>Cidre et Dragon 2025<\/strong> in the heart of Normandy !<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Vous r\u00eavez d\u2019un voyage hors du temps, o\u00f9 cr\u00e9atures fantastiques, chevaliers et dragons envahissent les rues ? Le festival Cidre et Dragon 2025 vous donne rendez-vous en Normandie pour un week-end magique \u00e0 Villers-sur-Mer ! Chaque ann\u00e9e, cet \u00e9v\u00e9nement unique transforme la station baln\u00e9aire en un v\u00e9ritable d\u00e9cor de film m\u00e9di\u00e9val-fantastique, avec des spectacles de [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":27399029,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"off","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[70,88,33,59,57,58],"tags":[95,89,94,91,62,92,90,74,48,93,63],"dipi_cpt_category":[],"post_folder":[],"class_list":["post-27399027","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-normandie","category-culture","category-evenements","category-famille","category-le-gite","category-vacance","tag-cidre","tag-cidre-et-dragon-2025","tag-dragon","tag-evenements","tag-famille","tag-feux-dartifice","tag-medieval-fantastique","tag-normand","tag-normandie","tag-spectacle","tag-vacance"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ladrutiere.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/27399027","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ladrutiere.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ladrutiere.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ladrutiere.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ladrutiere.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=27399027"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/ladrutiere.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/27399027\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ladrutiere.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/27399029"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ladrutiere.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=27399027"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ladrutiere.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=27399027"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ladrutiere.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=27399027"},{"taxonomy":"dipi_cpt_category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ladrutiere.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/dipi_cpt_category?post=27399027"},{"taxonomy":"post_folder","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ladrutiere.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/post_folder?post=27399027"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}