Tourism in the West of France

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Saturday 19 July 2008

Chateau of Gravus park

The Chateau Gravus Wood, 160 acres open to the public all year round. 8 kilometers of pedestrian pathways. Ideal for ramblers and children.

Park and wood of Chateau of Gravus : 35 km
Park of Chateau of Gravus in Mondrainville
Chateaux around the hotel

Forest area to the south of Caen

Forest area LFS. To the South of Caen, this 64 acre forest offers ramblers a relaxing and enjoyable escapade.

Forest area : 40 km
Forest area LFS to the south of Caen

Nature Reserve of the Cotentin Marshes

Guided or free visits of the park and the marshes. Access to the observatories on foot or by boat. A variety of guided tours of the park are available.

Nature Reserve of Cotentin Marshes : 45 km
Natur Reserve in Les Ponts d'Ouve in Cotentin region

Gros Blanc bird sanctuary

600 acres of parkland including 100 acres of bird sanctuary dedicated to the protection of sea birds.

Gros Blanc bird sanctuary : 45 km
Gros Blanc bird sanctuary in Merville Franceville

Ecotourism

The "Val des Cimes" : come and experience the thrill of adventure on a variety of rope-courses proposed by this center. Fun for all the family.

"Val des Cimes" : 80 km
"Val des Cimes" in Saint-Gatien-Des-Bois

Vaches Noires cliffs

Over 100 meters of cliffs with strange shapes reminiscent of castle ruins. Visits from the tourist office all the year round at low tide with a guide.

Vaches Noires cliffs : 80 km
Vaches Noires cliffs in Villers-sur-mer

Friday 18 July 2008

Rambling

Several paths to discover. A ramble among 100 different varieties of flowers in the heart of a village decorated by its inhabitants.

Rambling in Normandy : 90 km
Rambling in Coquainvilliers