EV charging station
Operator GROUPE INDIGO

Electric charging on the waterfront in Caen

For charging in Caen, this station is not defined by power alone. Its proximity to front de mer de Caen ties it to a waterfront logic that may matter when choosing where to charge.

Accès réservé Self-service 24/7
Access

Before arriving

  • Accès réservé
  • Self-service 24/7
  • Bank card payment not confirmed
Nearby

During the stop

  • 16 restaurants nearby
  • 1 supermarkets nearby
  • 3 hospitals nearby
  • 29 parking areas nearby
  • 9 hotels nearby
Context

Around the station

  • Close to shopping activity
  • Can fit a destination stop
Overview

About this station

Around Gardin, the presence of front de mer de Caen gives a more concrete view of the area. For many use cases, this waterfront context matters as much as the raw technical profile.

This charging station delivers up to 7,40 kW. This helps estimate charging time depending on your vehicle.

Charging along a waterfront often serves different travel needs than charging in a city centre. Considering both the technical specifications and the surrounding area helps drivers make better choices.

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SEO summary

Summary
Cette station se trouve a 378 m du centre commercial Central Caen. Services proches : 16 restaurants, 1 supermarché, 3 hopitaux, 29 parkings. La gare ou station la plus proche est Château Quatrans a 1043 m.
Dominant context
park
SEO score
54.25
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Map

Location and access

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Directions

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Practical info

Power, access and usage

Maximum power 7.40 kW

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Access Accès réservé

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Payment Yes

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Opening hours Self-service 24/7

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Accessible parking Accessibilité inconnue

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Address Place Gardin 14000 Caen FRANCE

14000 Caen

Compatibility

Connector compatibility

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Suggested use

In a station or transfer context, Gardin can provide a top-up during short parking. It is generally best suited to longer parking periods depending on the vehicle.

Use case
rail transfer or arrival
Stop type
longer top-up
Indicative time
It is generally best suited to longer parking periods

Available connectors

Gardin lists Type 2. This setup generally corresponds to AC charging, to compare with the maximum power of 7.40 kW kW.

domestic socket Not indicated
Type 2 Available
Combo CCS Not indicated
CHAdeMO Not indicated
other connector Not indicated

Payment and reservation

The station is listed as paid or using another payment method. An app, RFID badge or operator checkout flow may be required.

Pricing

Payment and reservation

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Payment methods Pay-per-use charging

Free: n/a . Pay per use: Yes . Bank card: n/a . Other payment methods: n/a .

Reservation required No reservation indicated

The station record does not indicate that reservation is required for this charger.

Indicative pricing inferred from source text. Please verify with the operator.
Station data

Detailed station data

Identity

Station roaming ID
FRPKGP14118001
Developer
GROUPE INDIGO
Source organization
indigo-group

Access and usage

Installation type
Parking public
Source hours
24/7
Size restriction
Hauteur maximale 1.90m
Two-wheel vehicles
No

Payment and connectors

Technical and source

Last update
2026-07-21
Last source modification
2026-07-21T14:00:20+02:00
Source dataset
689c957abf34e799e1bf365a
Source resource
d445f73a-797f-46ea-98cc-2927ec7a018d
Nearby services

What can you do while charging?

Nearby services make the stop easier to understand: food, shopping, parking or fuel services around the charger.

Restaurants 16 restaurants Within 500 m
  • La Table du Palais 138 m
  • Le Gardin 189 m
  • Oh My Chef 292 m
  • Gloriette 299 m
Cafes 1 cafe Within 500 m
  • Caramel et Fleur de Sel 152 m
Fast food 1 fast-food place Within 700 m
  • 47B 324 m
Supermarkets 1 supermarket Within 500 m
  • Coccinelle 57 m
Hospitals 3 hospitals Within 1,5 km
  • Etablissement Public de Santé Mentale 686 m
  • Clinique de la Miséricorde 858 m
  • Maison des Adolescents du Calvados 1.3 km
Pharmacies 1 pharmacy Within 1 km
  • Danjou-Rousselot 397 m
ATMs 1 ATM Within 800 m
Hotels 9 hotels Within 1 km
  • Ibis Styles 431 m
  • Royal Hôtel Caen 627 m
  • Hôtel La Fontaine 674 m
  • Le Moderne 719 m
Parking areas 29 parking areas Within 300 m
  • Gardin 32 m
  • Enedis 97 m
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Connectors
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Territory

Local context

City Caen

108 200 residents

Charge points

Charge points attached to the station

18 technical charge point(s) are attached to this station.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

These answers help drivers prepare the charging stop before getting there.

What is the power of Gardin?

Gardin lists a maximum power of 7.40 kW. Compare this value with your vehicle, available time and battery level when planning the stop.

Which services are available near this charger?

The local context mentions La Table du Palais. These landmarks help plan a break, errand or meal while charging.

Is this station useful for charging à Caen?

Yes, the page brings together the main criteria for charging à Caen: power, access, address, map, nearby services and available charge points.

How should I prepare a stop at Gardin?

Before leaving, compare the advertised power, the number of charge points (18), access conditions and services around the station.