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Saint-Germain-des-Vaux walks
Circular Port Racine
Visorando Member
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.
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.
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.
The Jobourg Nose
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.
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.
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!
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.
The customs officers' path from Herquemoulin to Port Racine
11.14 mi
+869 ft
-1,352 ft
5h 55
Moderate
Departure from Herqueville (Manche) (Manche)
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.