Sainte-Mère-l'Église – Ravalets Castle loop from Valognes

Sainte-Mère-l'Église – Ravalets Castle loop from Valognes

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Sainte-Mère-l'Église – Ravalets Castle loop from Valognes

07:53

144km

1,050m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 10, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Parc naturel régional des Marais du Cotentin et du Bessin

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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19.7 km

Sainte-Mère-l'Église

Highlight • Religious Site

The original church dating from the 11th to 13th centuries was largely destroyed during WWII when it was bombed to repel German snipers who had entrenched themselves in the steeple. …

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70.5 km

Saint-Jean-Baptiste Church of Saint-Sauveur-le-Vicomte

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The castle of Saint-Sauveur-le-Vicomte is a castle dating from the 11th century. Ransacked twice during the Hundred Years' War, it is today in ruins. Although not as impressive as some …

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70.7 km

Saint-Sauveur-le-Vicomte

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The Château de Saint-Sauveur-le-Vicomte is a castle dating from the 11th century. Sacked twice during the Hundred Years War, it is now in ruins. Although not as impressive as some …

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70.9 km

Saint-Sauveur-Le-Vicomte Castle

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Castle from the 12th century. French heritage monument of the Hundred Years' War.

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75.8 km

Voie Verte: Briquebec to Saint-Sauveur-le-Vicomte

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A 'Voie Verte' can be translated to green way, and are French signposted paths open for non-motor traffic, including walkers and runners, cyclists, and roller skaters.

You usually find them …

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113 km

Château de Tourlaville and its gardens

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It is the Château de Tourlaville (and not Nacqueville)

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113 km

The Château des Ravalet, also known as the Château de Tourlaville, dates from the 16th century. Classified as historical monuments, it is famous for having served as the setting for the forbidden loves of Julien and Marguerite de Ravalet.

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120 km

Quai de Caligny (Outer Harbor)

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Take some time admiring the boats and views from the Quay in Cherbourg, from Quai de Caligny. These little boats are a stark contrast to the huge ferries that also dock at Cherbourg bringing passengers from Poole and Portsmouth.

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144 km

End point

Train Station

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