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The Jobourg Nose
Visorando Member
6.22 mi
+902 ft
-902 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Jobourg (Manche)
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
7.40 mi
+331 ft
-315 ft
3h 40
Easy
Departure from Auderville (Manche)
Easy walk: no significant elevation gain, just enough to enjoy some lovely views.
⚠️ 10 July 2026: The walk has been modified to avoid the pebble bank between the Goury blockhouse and the Croix du Vendémiaire, which is a sensitive area and strongly discouraged from April to July.
Omonville-la-Rogue: in the land of Millet and Prévert
8.14 mi
+797 ft
-791 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Omonville-la-Rogue (Manche)
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 Gatteville Lighthouse
5.22 mi
+30 ft
-30 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Barfleur (Manche)
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
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.
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.
The Vallée des Moulins, Mondrée beach and the two ports at Fermanville
7.71 mi
+358 ft
-354 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Fermanville (Manche)
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.
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!
Cliff loop in La Hague
10.76 mi
+1,306 ft
-1,296 ft
6h 05
Moderate
Departure from Auderville (Manche)
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.
Saint-Vaast-la-Hougue and Tatihou Island
6.64 mi
+30 ft
-30 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Saint-Vaast-la-Hougue (Manche)
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.
On the Viking Coast
9.10 mi
+72 ft
-72 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Barfleur (Manche)
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 Manoir du Tourp and the coastal path starting from Port du Hâble
4.38 mi
+427 ft
-417 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Omonville-la-Rogue (Manche)
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.
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.
Panoramic views and nature reserve around Vauville
7.70 mi
+919 ft
-915 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Vauville (Manche) (Manche)
This hike starts in the centre of the town and circles around it, offering beautiful views from several high points scattered along the route.
Circular Néville-sur-Mer via Gouberville
6.00 mi
+59 ft
-59 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Néville-sur-Mer (Manche)
This route offers two aspects of this commune. The first part takes you through the countryside along farm tracks, where you can admire the rich architecture dominated by the Manoir d'Imbranville and the church of Gouberville.
The second part is along the coast, where numerous blockhouses punctuate the coastal path.
Circular Port Racine
4.99 mi
+299 ft
-312 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Saint-Germain-des-Vaux (Manche)
Starting from the smallest port in France, this is a circular route without difficulty. A varied route, ranging from wild coastline to fields enclosed by low walls, a beautiful stone village and a wooded valley.
Discover Barfleur
2.00 mi
+7 ft
-7 ft
0h 55
Easy
Departure from Barfleur (Manche)
This walk allows you to admire the two essential aspects of Barfleur that make it so rich and charming: the port and the architecture of its heritage (typical buildings and roofs).
Between land and sea in Morsalines
4.73 mi
+292 ft
-289 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Morsalines (Manche)
Circular via the coastal path facing Saint-Vast-la-Hougue, then through the countryside overlooking the bay.
Alternating between quiet country roads and shaded paths.
Two imposing churches, those of Morsalines and Grenneville, take us back to the days when the bay was the scene of naval conflicts.
The Old Sea Wall at Brévands
Tourist office
4.91 mi
+75 ft
-82 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Brévands (Manche)
Set off to explore Brévands, a picturesque little village in the Baie des Veys at the heart of the polders, rich in built and natural heritage. Walk along the dirt tracks, follow the Douve river and admire the typical buildings of the area.
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!
Market gardening countryside and seaside around Montfarville
5.27 mi
+46 ft
-46 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Montfarville (Manche)
This route around Montfarville offers two very different aspects. Thanks to a microclimate, the countryside is dotted with vegetable fields and beautiful stone houses. The route also follows the rocky coastline lined with beautiful beaches. At the start or finish, don't miss a visit to the church.
Circular route between Fermanville and Cosqueville
8.40 mi
+328 ft
-338 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Fermanville (Manche)
Between Fermanville and Cosqueville, this route between coastal and inland landscapes will allow you to discover landscapes and viewpoints that are less frequented than the more famous ones in the Vallée des Moulins or the coastal path between the two ports of Fermanville (Lévy and Pignot).
River and bocage around Le Vast
4.50 mi
+289 ft
-289 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Le Vast (Manche)
This route, marked with fun information signs along trails, gravel paths and small roads, allows you to discover the historical and natural heritage of this commune crossed by the River Saire.This route was inspired by a project by the Cotentin Permanent Centre for Environmental Initiatives.
Around Quineville
5.16 mi
+131 ft
-141 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Quinéville (Manche)
A lovely walk between the sea and the countryside along paths and small roads. You will discover the ruins of the Saint-Michel de Lestre Chapel overlooking the small Sinope valley.
As you walk around the charming little port, you will pass by the floodgates.
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.
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.
From the church to the Carentan lock
3.49 mi
+36 ft
-36 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Carentan (Manche)
During this walk, you will discover Carentan, a town with architectural heritage dating from the Middle Ages to the 19th century.
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.
The Saint-Benoit Fountain and Marie Ravenel's Mill
13.76 mi
+167 ft
-180 ft
6h 30
Difficult
Departure from Néville-sur-Mer (Manche)
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.
Between land and marsh -2-
8.63 mi
+108 ft
-105 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Montmartin-en-Graignes (Manche)
This route is an addition to the route entitled: Between Land and Marsh -1-.
Circular route of the headlands via the GR®223
8.40 mi
+1,407 ft
-1,404 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Herqueville (Manche) (Manche)
From Herqueville to Nez de Jobourg via theGR®223and return via thePR® (yellow markings) through the hamlets.
On the edge of the marsh
6.04 mi
+207 ft
-213 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Montmartin-en-Graignes (Manche)
Taking the new paths created by the land consolidation in Montmartin-en-Graignes, this route allows you to explore the countryside on the edge of the marshes. It offers some beautiful views.
On the land of the Trappist monks of Bricquebec
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.
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.
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.
Around the port of Carentan
4.12 mi
+30 ft
-30 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Saint-Hilaire-Petitville (Manche)
Marina tower. Passage through the lock and the two bell towers.
In the Picauville marshes
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’.
La Pointe du Banc
4.93 mi
+66 ft
-69 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Saint-Germain-sur-Ay (Manche)
This walk invites you to discover the fine sandy beaches of Saint-Germain-sur-Ay as well as its wild dunes. Enjoy a breathtaking view of the harbour.
Discovering Fermanville: land, sea and Mange-Cailloux
12.96 mi
+932 ft
-928 ft
6h 45
Difficult
Departure from Fermanville (Manche)
A walk that allows you to discover most of the points of interest around Fermanville. The figure-of-eight route comprises a long circular loop (15.5 km) and a short one (7.5 km).
The Millières moors
3.80 mi
+66 ft
-66 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Millières (Manche)
Set off to explore the rich diversity of the Landes region around Lac des Bruyères. Discover the two types of heathland – open and pine-wooded – as you stroll around this former sandpit, now a popular spot for family walks.
La Hague de Millet starting from Urville-Nacqueville
9.07 mi
+784 ft
-781 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Urville-Nacqueville (Manche)
Starting from Urville-Nacqueville, a lovely walk that follows the customs officers’ path and theGR® 223 to explore the Hague de Millet, with beautiful views across the entire coast. You will then continue through the small, typical villages of the region.
The mielles of Créances
5.29 mi
+26 ft
-26 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Créances (Manche)
This walk takes you on a journey of discovery through the harbour of Saint-Germain-sur-Ay and the Créances dunes, renowned for their foreshore, salt meadows and mielles – market garden plots nestled in the hollows of the sand.
Between land and marsh -1-
5.33 mi
+108 ft
-108 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Montmartin-en-Graignes (Manche)
This route allows us to experience a walk along a towpath and reach the land overlooking the marsh.
Between Joganville and Montebourg
4.81 mi
+105 ft
-98 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Joganville (Manche)
A short, easy walk through the fields along paths lined with hedges.
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
The harbour of Geffoses and the dunes of Pirou
7.04 mi
+52 ft
-52 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Pirou (Manche)
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.
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.
Carteret circular walk via the customs officers’ path and the Hattainville dunes
5.70 mi
+417 ft
-400 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Barneville-Carteret (Manche)
A circular walk starting and ending on Carteret’s lively shopping street. A lovely walk offering varied scenery, between sea and land. Panoramic views over beaches and dunes. A walk through the dunes, with flora and fauna to admire. You can stop for a break at the foot of the ruins of St Germain’s Church.
Les Romains et les Calvaires au départ de Saint-Sauveur-Lendelin
11.49 mi
+240 ft
-243 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Sauveur-Lendelin (Manche)
Ce territoire, facilement accessible de la côte et de l'intérieur du Cotentin par des chemins de grande randonnée constitue un trait d'union géographique entre Saint-Lô, la capitale du cheval et Coutances, Pays d'art et d'Histoire. C'est un territoire vallonné qui comprend de nombreuses zones humides (marais). Il est traversé par la voie romaine (D 535) qui reliait Abrincae, nom romain d'Avranches et Alauna, Valognes.
The Foliata trails
5.44 mi
+49 ft
-49 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from La Feuillie (Manche)
This walk alternates between hedgerow paths, country lanes and forest sections, making for a pleasant, partly shaded stroll, ideal in summer. The final path, recently upgraded, leads to the lake whilst offering a lovely view of the wet heathland and La Feuillie church.