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Baie de Somme walks
The Pointe du Hourdel circuit
Visorando Member
6.90 mi
+20 ft
-20 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Cayeux-sur-Mer (Somme)
From Port du Hourdel, there is a coastal route that returns along the ponds and passes by the Maison des Oiseaux.
Important note from one of our friends: please note that parking at Le Hourdel is subject to a charge, even in low season. However, the car park located between (3) and (4) was free when we went on our walk. It was therefore possible to start the walk from this new starting point.
Les Huttes
7.96 mi
+236 ft
-259 ft
3h 50
Easy
Departure from Ault (Somme)
Walk in the heart of Le Hâble d'Ault, where it is advisable to bring a pair of binoculars to observe the birds.
A loop in Saint-Valery-sur-Somme
3.50 mi
+171 ft
-184 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Saint-Valery-sur-Somme (Somme)
This short walk of just under 6 km in and around Saint-Valery-sur-Somme is full of charm with its fishermen's streets lined with decorated and flower-filled houses, its sailors' calvary with views of the entire bay and the town, its quays along the Somme and its Saint-Valery Chapel, known as the Sailors' Chapel, not to mention its history with the Porte Jeanne d'Arc and numerous views of the Bay of Somme
From Woignarue to the Ault headland
6.17 mi
+171 ft
-171 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Woignarue (Somme)
If you want to go for a walk with the option of a dip in the sea halfway along the route, this is just what you need!
Quend Beach, Fort-Mahon, Belle-dune
5.85 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Quend (Somme)
The Baie de Somme is magnificent. If you want to see seals, go sand yachting or horse riding on the sand, and you love the sea, dunes and footpaths, then this hike is for you.
Walk in Saint-Valery-sur-Somme starting from Cap Hornu
Association / Club / Walk leader
5.42 mi
+335 ft
-312 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Saint-Valery-sur-Somme (Somme)
A walk through the streets of a town with a rich history and along the banks of the Baie de Somme.
From Cayeux to Le Hourdel, return by sea and seals at low tide
10.43 mi
+30 ft
-30 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Cayeux-sur-Mer (Somme)
Starting from the seaside resort of Cayeux, a route that will take us to Pointe du Hourdel via Bois de Brighton and the ponds. View of the Baie de Somme and Le Crotoy. The return journey is along the seashore on the sand, sometimes with your feet in the water depending on the tide. Bring binoculars to watch the seals on the sandbanks
In the dunes of Authie Bay
5.09 mi
+26 ft
-26 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Fort-Mahon-Plage (Somme)
This is a two-circular walk south of Authie Bay, between the mainland, sand and beach, in a wild and protected environment. The circular in the bay is best done at low tide, as it is easier to walk on wet sand!
The Visorando app is useful for following the first circular.
Elluin dyke in Noyelles-sur-Mer
6.42 mi
+13 ft
-13 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Noyelles-sur-Mer (Somme)
Route at the bottom of the Baie de Somme and in the marshes around Noyelles-sur-Mer.
Le Hourdel, departing from La Mollière d'Aval and returning via the seafront.
5.69 mi
+23 ft
-23 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Cayeux-sur-Mer (Somme)
This route takes no more than 30 minutes along the roadside (small, quiet roads) and passes through the Hourdel quarries. It takes you to Pointe du Hourdel and then to the blockhouse, where you can observe seals: harbour seals and grey seals.Be careful of high tides, which can be very strong and make the route very dangerous!
Circular walk starting from Bretel towards the Baie de Somme
7.39 mi
+210 ft
-190 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Boismont (Somme) (Somme)
An easy walk through small woods and past the River Somme.
Le Hable d'Ault from Cayeux-sur-Mer
4.25 mi
+13 ft
-13 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Cayeux-sur-Mer (Somme)
A short hike focused on water and birds! In the first part, you cross a nature reserve and enjoy superb views of several ponds. The second part takes place on the wide pebble strip, high up, by the sea.
Circular route between Pont à Cailloux and Madelon de l’Authie
4.52 mi
+10 ft
-10 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Conchil-le-Temple (Pas-de-Calais)
A nature walk in the Baie d’Authie. You’ll pass a few hunting blinds. The path is easy to follow and is often lined with a hedge full of birdsong. You’ll frequently come close to the Authie and its meandering course.
Along the Chenal de la Somme from Cap Hornu
0.87 mi
+7 ft
-7 ft
0h 25
Easy
Departure from Saint-Valery-sur-Somme (Somme)
A very short walk along the edge of the Baie de Somme, in the salt marshes, where the channel leading to the port of Saint-Valéry-sur-Somme is clearly marked by red buoys on the port side (when going from the sea to the port) and green buoys on the starboard side.
Before setting out on this walk, it is advisable to check the tide times and coefficients (see practical information).