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Merville-Franceville-Plage

Gros Banc Observation Tower

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Merville-Franceville-Plage

Gros Banc Observation Tower

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Gros Banc Observation Tower

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Baie de l'Orne

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    Location: Merville-Franceville-Plage, Caen, Normandy, France

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    May 28, 2023

    Hiking

    From this observatory, you can admire the 50 hectares of the Orne estuary, wild and preserved, and all its birdlife.
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    July 29, 2023

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    A pair of binoculars is worth it
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    August 3, 2023

    Hiking

    Beautiful weatherproof observation tower to observe the bird sanctuary.
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    Best Hikes to Gros Banc Observation Tower

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    1. La baie de Sallenelles (l'Orme), le Gros Banc, et Merville-Franceville plage — boucle depuis Bréville-les-Monts

    17.2km

    04:24

    80m

    80m

    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Moderate

    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

    Moderate

    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Elevation 70 m

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