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!

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    Activity: Walking
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    Distance: 13.09 km
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    Average duration: 4h 25 
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    Difficulty: Moderate

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    Back to start: Yes
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    Ascent: + 243 m
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    Descent: - 241 m

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    Highest point: 116 m
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    Lowest point: 4 m

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Description of the walk

Departure from Omonville-la-Rogue, at Port Coquignolet du Hâble, next to the sailing school.

(S/E) The trail starts by following a small stream, the Vallace. Turn right onto the D45 for 50m and then left onto the small marked trail. At the church square, turn left to rejoin the D45 towards Gréville. Cross Omonville and, as you pass through, enjoy the beauty of the houses and the typical character of this village at the tip of the Cotentin Peninsula.

(1) 400m after leaving Omonville, take the small path on the right and 50m after the path on the left at the fork, take Chemin des Moulins for 1km. This wooded section of the trail follows the Vallace stream (former mills).

(2) At Le Pré de Bas, turn left, cross the stream over a small bridge and climb the steep slope. Cross the D45 at Croix du Tourp (picnic area) and turn right towards Ferme du Tourps.

(3) Cross the Epine stream to reach Maison d'Eculleville. Continue straight on towards Eculleville.

(4) Go through the village and, at the exit, take the left-hand path at the church.

(5) Pass Moulin de la Sabine.

(6) At the end of the road, turn right.

(7) Turn left towards Hameau aux Ducs. Continue straight ahead towards Hameau Gruchy.

(8) Turn left towards Millet's birthplace.

(9) Go down the steep path towards theGR®223(be careful, the descent is steep and can be slippery).

(10) Take theGR®223westwards, which overlooks a rocky coastline below (some areas may be slippery). Continue on theGR®223.

(11) Pass the Mur Blanc, the Baie de Quervière, the ruins of the Cotentine farm, the Pointe d'Etimbert and come out at the fort above the Port du Hâble.

(12) Turn right and descend towards the entrance to the fort (private property). At the bottom, continue on the left along the shore and finally arrive at Port du Hâble (S/E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : km 0 - alt. 5 m - Port du Hâble
  2. 1 : km 1.27 - alt. 45 m - Path on the right
  3. 2 : km 2.4 - alt. 72 m - Le Pré de Bas, on the left towards the bridge.
  4. 3 : km 3.22 - alt. 108 m - Tourps Farm
  5. 4 : km 4.11 - alt. 103 m - Towards Eculleville
  6. 5 : km 4.76 - alt. 114 m - Take the road on the left.
  7. 6 : km 5.83 - alt. 79 m - Turn right onto the road.
  8. 7 : km 5.94 - alt. 82 m - Take the road on the left towards the hamlet of Les Ducs.
  9. 8 : km 7.33 - alt. 104 m - Hameau de Gruchy_turn left
  10. 9 : km 7.47 - alt. 95 m - Millet's birthplace
  11. 10 : km 7.78 - alt. 68 m - Do not turn towards the viewpoint.
  12. 11 : km 9.57 - alt. 23 m - Mur Blanc
  13. 12 : km 12.45 - alt. 36 m - The Fort
  14. S/E : km 13.09 - alt. 5 m - Port du Hâble

Notes

To get to Omonville-la-Rogue:
Enter Beaumont-Hague (18 km west of Cherbourg). Take the D45E1, then the D45 towards Omonville-la-Rogue. Once in the village, continue straight ahead towards Port du Hâble. Parking is available next to the sailing school.

Worth a visit

Port du Hâble (S/E): Well sheltered, known to the Gauls, Romans, Norman pirates, privateers and smugglers, this is a little-known gem on the Normandy coast.
Manoir du Tourp (3): A 16th-century manor house renovated and converted into a cultural centre dedicated to La Hague.
Gruch hamlet (8-9): home to the birthplace of J.F Millet, a 19th-century naturalist painter who was part of the Barbizon School and drew inspiration from the landscapes of La Hague and the hard work of the peasants (L'Angélus, Les Glaneuses, etc.).
Le Hablet (11-12): on theGR®223, view of Cherbourg harbour and cormorant colony.
Le Mur Blanc (11): built in 1887 to serve as a landmark for sailors.
Ruins of La Cotentine (12-13): an old 18th-century farm, occupied by the Germans in 1940, ruined and abandoned, then taken over by the Conservatoire du Littoral in 1991.
The Fort (:12): 16th-century fortifications built for defensive purposes in Port du Hâble.

Always be cautious and plan ahead when you're outdoors. Visorando and the author of this route cannot be held responsible for any accidents occurring on this route.

The GR® and PR® markings are the intellectual property of the Fédération Française de Randonnée Pédestre.

Reviews and comments

4.7 / 5
Based on 61 reviews

Reliability of the description
4.6 / 5
Ease of following the route
4.6 / 5
Route interest
5 / 5
Aerobar F
Aerobar F

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Mar 28, 2026
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

We did the short route (~2 hours), joining the coastal GR via the PR after waypoint 4
Stunning views on the descent

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User 26705639

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 01, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A beautiful route between land and sea with a possible stop at the Tourp maison de La Hague, the ruins of the Cotentin farm and the lively port of Omonville la Rogue! Highly recommended!

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User 27513833

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 01, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

Not too many roads, lots of tree-lined paths, return via the customs officers' path with magnificent views.
A pleasant route to follow, we took the opportunity to visit the photo exhibition at the Manoir de la Tourp, which was nice.

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User 26705639

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 04, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Circuit between the valley and the customs officers' path. Opportunity to visit the Tourp manor house, gateway to the La Hague Geopark. Highly recommended!

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User 18866778

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : May 11, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Very beautiful hike. Varied landscape. Land and sea. A very interesting photo exhibition along the route. I recommend it.

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jy caurant
jy caurant

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Apr 07, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

Very beautiful landscapes.

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Lde14210
Lde14210

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Nov 02, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

A beautiful hike with varied landscapes. Allow extra time to stop at the Manoir du Tourp (always beautiful exhibitions and magnificent surroundings).

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annec1930
annec1930

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 03, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A superb walk, varied with a break at the Tourp manor house and at JF Millet's. Thank you for this beautiful itinerary.

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GALINE55
GALINE55

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 19, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

A magnificent hike from start to finish, which is rare. Highly recommended...

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Algod
Algod

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 19, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Very pleasant hike, very easy.
Good balance between inland and coastal areas.
Points of interest include the Manoir du Tourp and the birthplace of Jean-François Millet (small museum - admission fee - interesting).
Thanks to the authors.

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catdom
catdom

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : May 09, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Very beautiful hike, magnificent landscapes along the coast.

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benoitrando
benoitrando

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Apr 25, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A magnificent hike with beautiful scenery.
A few metres after point 10, the descent down the steep path towards the GR®223 is a little dangerous (be careful, as it is a steep descent with little room for your feet and can be slippery). Personally, I think it is best to avoid bringing young children.

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thierryxm
thierryxm

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 03, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Very varied route: woods, countryside, seaside with a stop at the Tourp manor house
Very pleasant
Recommended, but some sections require a good level of experience

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MANCHION Stéphanie
MANCHION Stéphanie

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 17, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

A very pleasant and beautiful hike: a complete change of scenery with a peaceful atmosphere.

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mapauw
mapauw

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 21, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Magnificent route and splendid landscapes!
We loved this hike, which includes a section through the woods where you cross streams, making it very pleasant when it's hot, but be careful of muddy trails if it has rained recently.
We stopped for a picnic at Gruchy, 8 km from the start, on a large rock facing the sea: paradise!
The last 4 kilometres are along the coastal path, and once again, the views are breathtaking.
Thank you for this hike, which seems to be the most beautiful we have done to date.
PS: Apart from a slightly rough descent towards the coast, the rest of the hike is accessible to all. Of course, you will need to take the distance into account.

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