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The Jobourg Nose

The natural site of the Nez de Jaubourg and the path along its cliffs offer magnificent views of the sea, the west coast of the Cotentin peninsula and the Channel Islands. This loop offers a superb route along the cliff path and through the hedged farmland dotted with charming hamlets.
Cap de la Hague

Easy hike: no significant elevation gain, just enough to enjoy some nice views.
Le Grouin du Sud and the Priory of Saint-Léonard from Genêts

In the Bay of Mont Saint-Michel, a hike mainly along the coastal path with an almost permanent view of the bay and the Mont. From the tip of the Grouin du Sud, the spectacle of the rising tide is superb. A loop inland allows you to visit the beautiful and moving Romanesque chapel of the Prieuré Saint-Léonard.
Omonville-la-Rogue: in the land of Millet and Prévert

A tour of the land of Millet (you know... L'Angélus, Les Glaneuses, paintings of rural life in the 19th century) and Prévert. Hamlets and villages typical of the northern Cotentin region. Take theGR®223, a fairly high customs path, which allows you to discover the Cherbourg harbour, jagged cliffs, cormorants drying themselves on the islets of Hablet, the abandoned Cotentine farm, the ruins of a medieval fort and finally a bird's eye view of the small port of Le Hâble. A hike to remember!
The Lude Valley and the Vauban Cabin from Carolles

A short hike along the sea in a protected environment and with beautiful views of the bay of Mont Saint Michel.
The Gatteville Lighthouse

This walk follows theGR®223from the Port of Barfleur to the Havre de Gattemare, passing by the Gatteville Lighthouse. The return journey is partly inland, rejoining theGR®223at the Havre de Crabec and returning to the starting point.
Cap de Flamanville loop

Magnificent coastal path to discover the semaphore, the cliffs of Cap de Flamanville and the large sandy beach of Sciotot. Return via the landscaped park opposite the castle.
Lindbergh Dunes - Portbail Harbour

On the west coast of the Cotentin, from wild dunes to cultivated dunes, you will encounter a wide variety of environments in a largely unspoilt area. At the edge of the dunes, overlooking the harbour of Portbail, the trail offers magnificent views.
The Vallée des Moulins, Mondrée beach and the two ports at Fermanville

Between woods and the seaside, this hike requires waterproof shoes after rain (risk of mud).There is little elevation gain but a variety of terrain: a section of paved road, a coastal path and a sandy section.
Les Herbus de la Sienne and Le Havre de Regnéville

After an initial section in the Cotentin countryside, the route continues across grasslands, home to salt marsh sheep, along the River Sienne and its mouth.
Saint-Vaast-la-Hougue and Tatihou Island

A short stroll around the charming port of Saint-Vaast-la-Hougue. Crossing to Tatihou Island and visit to Vauban's fortifications. Although less popular than the neighbouring departments of Brittany, the English Channel offers equally wonderful landscapes that are less populated but wild and varied. If you are in the area, don't hesitate to discover this region, especially its marshes and the headlands and cliffs of the Cotentin Peninsula.
The Hatainville Dunes
Starting from the port of Barneville, set off to explore the Dunes of Hatainville, an exceptional and unspoilt natural area. The route is enhanced by two orientation tables located on hilltops offering beautiful views of the coast.
Updated in 2025: See Practical InformationGPS or the Visorando app are highly recommended!
Cliff loop in La Hague

A beautiful loop passing through three of the most beautiful sites in La Hague.
This beautiful route offers views of Goury and its lighthouse, Cap de la Hague with its stone walls, the superb Baie d'Ecalgrain surrounded by moors, and the cliffs of Nez des Voidries and Jobourg, offering magnificent views of the sea as far as the Channel Islands. The route continues through the bocage, dotted with pretty hamlets, and ends with a panoramic finish.
The Manoir du Tourp and the coastal path starting from Port du Hâble

Hike showing different aspects of this northern part of La Hague. Port, beautiful coastal landscapes, typical village and paths through the woods, a manor house that was a former seigneurial farm inthe 16th century.
On the Viking Coast
After the first part of the walk along the coast between Barfleur and Pointe de la Loge, the route continues through the countryside, where you can discover the beautiful church of Montfarville.
The Dunes of Annoville and Le Havre de la Vanlée

A hike that starts in the middle of the dunes near the sea and goes to Le Havre de la Vanlée, the beautiful mouth of this river in the English Channel. The return journey is further inland and, in hot weather, offers welcome shade.
Tour of Grande-Ile in Chausey
The island of Chausey (more specifically La Grande Ile) is a must-see for tourists visiting La Manche and the surrounding region. This route allows you to explore the island on a pleasant and comprehensive walk.
The island itself is exceptionally beautiful and wild. The surrounding seascapes are also stunning. It is said that at high tide there are as many islands visible as there are weeks in the year (52) and at low tide as many as there are days in the year (365).
Le Havre de la Vanlée between beaches, dunes and salt marshes

At the mouth of the small coastal river La Vanlée, a hike close to the sea and its vast horizons. The route alternates between passages through the dunes, the salt marshes where salt-meadow sheep graze, and the beach.
Loop in the triangle: Le Rozel, Mielle de Sciotot, Cap du Rozel

A beautiful, easy hike between the seaside and the countryside with magnificent views, particularly those of Cap du Rozel overlooking Anse de Sciotot to the north and the long beach between Surtainville and Cap de Carteret to the south.
The Dior city
Discovery of the Upper Town of Granville and the childhood home of the fashion designer Christian Dior, transformed into a museum, starting from the Donville-les-Bains beach.
Cap de Flamanville and Anse de Sciotot
A long walk through the Normandy countryside to reach the coast and the coastal path. You will pass by the Château de Flamanville, the Dolmen de la Pierre au Rey overlooking Cap de Flamanville and the beaches of Anse de Sciotot. At the top of the Roche à Coucou, you will have a beautiful view of the entire bay.
The Saint-Benoit Fountain and Marie Ravenel's Mill
A long walk between the sea and the marshes, then through the Normandy countryside, discovering a miraculous fountain and the beautiful watermill where the Norman poet Marie Ravenel lived.
On the land of the Trappist monks of Bricquebec
A walk to discover Bricquebec and the countryside around the Trappist abbey.
The harbour of Geffoses and the dunes of Pirou

A varied hike that starts in a nature reserve with bird observatories. You then stroll pleasantly through the countryside, mostly on shaded paths. The end of the hike takes place by the sea and on the dunes overlooking it.
Carteret loop via Les Mielles, the coastal path and the beach

This route follows the road, then crosses the village before taking sandy or stone paths with views of the Hatainville dunes, the cape, the old church, the lighthouse, the harbour, etc.
The customs officers' path from Herquemoulin to Port Racine

The path follows part of the GPR® to Ecalgrain Bay, then passes through the Faye tunnel (bring a torch) before descending to the GR®. This alternative route allows you to see the remains of a Second World War structure and offers a beautiful view of Goury and its remote location.
Bois des Roches from Rocheville

This walk around Rocheville gives pride of place to paths and small roads. It passes through the Bois de la Grande Roche, the Bois de la Petite Roche and its covered walkway, which are real curiosities in the area. There are many passages through woods or forests, which are fairly sheltered from the sun and allow you to discover a slightly wilder side of the Cotentin. Some passages can be a little damp depending on the season, and hiking boots are recommended to prevent slipping.
Le Grouin du Sud and the Prieuré Saint-Léonard from Vains

In the Bay of Mont Saint-Michel, a hike mostly along the coastal path, along the salt marshes. On either side of the Grouin du Sud, you can enjoy a superb view of Mont Saint-Michel and, from the point itself, the spectacle of the rising tide is impressive. Returning inland, you can visit the beautiful and moving Romanesque chapel of the Priory of Saint-Léonard.
Muneville-le Bingard Mill Trail

Starting from the village mill, set off to explore the sunken lanes of Muneville-le-Bingard. Some of the sunken paths were reopened by volunteers from the Bocage et Patrimoine Munevillais association in 2024. A few paths are maintained by volunteers, depending on their availability, and the grass may be a little high at certain times of the year.
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