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Manche
Cherbourg
Jobourg

Sentier du Contrebandier — loop from Grainval

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France
Manche
Cherbourg
Jobourg

Sentier du Contrebandier — loop from Grainval

Intermediate

4.9

(62)

333

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Sentier du Contrebandier — loop from Grainval

03:11

10.8km

300m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: July 26, 2024

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2.00 km

Baie d'Écalgrain

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Ecalgrain Bay was the historic site of mills giving the bay its name. Today it is best known for the paragliders who take off from the site. The panoramic views of the coastline it offers are remarkable.

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3.79 km

View of Nez de Jobourg

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This is a very beautiful section of the coastal path with a view of the Nez de Jobourg. Note that this rocky promontory is also the oldest geological area in Cotentin. It houses four small caves that can be visited.

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4.38 km

Jobourg Headland

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The Jobourg Nose is a 2 billion year old rocky promontory that is home to a bird sanctuary. This plan is very popular with visitors, more than any other natural site in the region, with the exception of Mont-Saint-Michel.

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5.26 km

Panoramic view

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The islands in the channel can be partially seen here

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6.26 km

Pointe du Bec de l'Âne

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Fantastic views as far as the eye can see

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10.8 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.79 km

3.44 km

1.25 km

324 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.14 km

3.25 km

2.12 km

909 m

272 m

153 m

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Highest point (140 m)

Lowest point (20 m)

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Corresponds approx. to SAC 2-3.
Expert
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