Don't miss this rock on your hike. This elegant rock is the Aiguille de Belval, a needle-shaped rock that rises about 70 meters above the sea, near Bénouville. It is a natural monument that seems to defy gravity, with its slender shape and flint base.

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November 23, 2023

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There you will find a belvedere which offers a breathtaking view of the Aiguille de Belval, a slender rock formation which rises from the sea like a needle. The Aiguille de Belval is approximately 70 meters high and its narrow size gives the impression that it defies gravity.

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October 8, 2024

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This narrow, 70-meter-high rock simply rises out of the sea, as if it were defying the forces of nature. The path along the coast takes you through impressive landscapes, and …

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Elevation 130 m

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