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Bricquebec walks
On the land of the Trappist monks of Bricquebec
Visorando Member
5.60 mi
+236 ft
-246 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Bricquebec (Manche)
A walk to discover Bricquebec and the countryside around the Trappist abbey.
Bois des Roches from Rocheville
5.23 mi
+413 ft
-413 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Rocheville (Manche)
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.
The covered walkway and the three mills of Les Moitiers-d'Allonne
Association / Club / Walk leader
5.39 mi
+364 ft
-367 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Les Moitiers-d'Allonne (Manche)
This charming walk combines the Cotentin countryside (hedgerows, orchards, etc.) with a little historical heritage: wayside crosses (Romanesque period), tower mills (19th century) and a covered walkway (Neolithic period).
Duration: 2½ hours, no more!
Cap de Flamanville and Anse de Sciotot
15.43 mi
+1,145 ft
-1,129 ft
8h 05
Difficult
Departure from Les Pieux (Manche)
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.
Loop in the triangle: Le Rozel, Mielle de Sciotot, Cap du Rozel
5.57 mi
+420 ft
-410 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Le Rozel (Manche)
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 Hatainville Dunes
8.29 mi
+735 ft
-709 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Barneville-Carteret (Manche)
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!
Circular route around Hattainville and Les Moitiers-d'Alonne from Carteret
9.35 mi
+689 ft
-663 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Barneville-Carteret (Manche)
This long circular day-long loop (including breaks) combines the “urban” landscapes of the charming port of Carteret with coastal scenery, beaches and austere moorland, leading to the small village of Hattainville, then to Les Moitiers-d’Alonne, mostly along footpaths.With a few variations, this is a classic route for regulars at the seaside resort and local walking clubs!The Visorando app is recommended for the dunes
Carteret circular via Les Mielles, the coastal path and the beach
3.70 mi
+463 ft
-479 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Barneville-Carteret (Manche)
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 Mount of Doville
7.57 mi
+512 ft
-538 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Doville (Manche)
Starting from the village of Doville, this half-day hike offers exceptional views of the mountains, marshes and Channel Islands, punctuated by passages through wooded paths and a large plateau of bare moorland populated by gorse.
In the Picauville marshes
Tourist office
8.60 mi
+108 ft
-102 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Picauville (Manche)
Picauville is surrounded by two rivers, the Ouve to the south and the Merderet to the east, and forms a peninsula in winter when the marshes are ‘white’. It rises to an altitude of 29 metres. The suggested route runs alongside the marshes before heading into the bocage along sunken lanes or ‘chasses’.
Lindbergh Dunes - Portbail Harbour
5.13 mi
+23 ft
-23 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Saint-Lô-d'Ourville (Manche)
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.
Cap de Flamanville loop
6.24 mi
+600 ft
-600 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Flamanville (Manche)
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.
Between the Normandy countryside and the sea from Diélette
4.96 mi
+364 ft
-377 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Flamanville (Manche)
A lovely little walk starting from the Diélette marina, allowing you to enjoy the countryside and the sea of the Cotentin Peninsula. It offers magnificent views.
Cherbourg harbour and surrounding countryside
7.28 mi
+305 ft
-305 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Cherbourg-Octeville (Manche)
This hike allows you to discover the impressive Cherbourg harbour. It can be done on foot, but can also be a short family bike ride. The paths are accessible by bike everywhere and the route includes a large number of cycle paths. Despite the short distance, the climbs are not insignificant. The second part of the hike allows you to enjoy the relatively rural countryside and quaint corners around the town.
Woodland and the Senelle Valley
3.60 mi
+102 ft
-98 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Prétot-Sainte-Suzanne (Manche)
A picturesque family walk along country lanes, sunken paths and forest trails. Best undertaken outside of rainy periods, as water may pool on some paths.
The old stones of Mont Castre
4.28 mi
+292 ft
-289 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Lithaire (Manche)
Climb to the top and travel through the centuries. This former stone quarry, converted into a lake, offers a pleasant stroll through the heart of the bocage. You will pass along the old railway tracks, now greenways. You will also pass along the old path taken by the wagons that brought stones to Lithaire station for transport to Paris and its major construction projects. Around the pond, you will see the old castle, the old church and the remains of a Neolithic alleyway. Don't miss the 180° view of the surrounding area.
Circular between sea and moorland, at Cap Lévy
7.19 mi
+446 ft
-433 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Fermanville (Manche)
Starting from Anse du Brick beach, this circular walk between the sea and the moors takes you to Cap Lévy, its fort and lighthouse, Port Pignot and Mondrée beach. The return route via the heights of Fermanville offers magnificent views of the cape, Anse du Brick and even the port of Cherbourg.
