Woman looking at the city from a high vantage pointA woman is sitting on a wall, looking out at the city and the sea in the distance. She is wearing a pink dress and sunglasses. Next to her, there is a metal table and chairs. The city stretches out as far as the eye can see, with buildings of various sizes and colors. The sea is visible in the distance, with a few boats docked. The sky is clear and blue, and there is a French flag flying on a mast next to the woman.
©A breathtaking view of the city and sea from a high vantage point.|Almo
A must-see in La Manche

Cherbourg, immersion in the Cotentin region

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Discover Cherbourg:

History, architecture, heritage and know-how – that’s what we’ve put together for you for your future stay in Cherbourg. From a visit to a submarine to the flower-filled avenues of a castle and the workshops where the famous umbrellas are made: Welcome to Cherbourg en Cotentin.

La cité de la mer

If there’s one thing you really shouldn’t miss during your stay, it’s the Cité de la Mer, a one-of-a-kind leisure and discovery park. You can discover three breathtaking areas.

The aquarium

Dive into “The Ocean of the Future” and discover 17 aquariums filled with a multitude of fish. The Abyssal Aquarium is the deepest aquarium in Europe. Evolve and share moments of wonder thanks to a fun trail.

Group of people visiting a maritime museum with a ship's propeller on displayA group of people stands in front of a large ship propeller on display in a maritime museum. The propeller is mounted on a stand and the visitors appear to be observing it with interest. The museum is located in an old stone building with exposed brick walls and narrow windows. The floor is covered with gravel and stones, and the sky is clear with a few scattered clouds.
©A group of visitors explores a maritime museum, admiring a large ship propeller.|Cité de la mer

    Le Redoutable

    Le Redoutable is the first nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine (SNLE) built in France. With an audioguide, enter this 128m-long giant and discover all the secrets it holds: from the engine room to the command post, via the cafeteria and crew cabins, you won’t be disappointed!

    Elegant interior with sofa, table, and sea viewAn elegant interior with a white sofa, a table, and chairs. The room is lit by wall lamps and a large window offers a view of the sea. Two people are present in the room, one standing near the window and the other sitting on the sofa.
    ©A stunning sea view from this elegant interior.|Cité de la mer

      Titanic exhibition

      Extend your visit with the Titanic exhibition. On April 10, 1912, the Titanic called into Cherbourg’s large artificial harbor. Step back in time as you enter the baggage room and discover objects found at the bottom of the North Atlantic Ocean. During this exceptional visit, you’ll experience the final moments leading up to the sinking, as well as the investigation – an exhibition rich in emotion.

      Practical info :

      Allow 3 to 4 hours to visit La Cité de la Mer. Health pass required. Gare maritime Transatlantique – 50100 Cherbourg https://www.citedelamer.com/

      Medieval castle with pointed towers and a gravel courtyardA medieval castle with pointed towers and gray stone walls. The gravel courtyard is surrounded by green vegetation and blue flowers. The sky is clear blue and sunny.
      ©An imposing medieval castle stands under a clear blue sky.|Aymeric Picot

        Ravalet Park and Château

        Discover the Château des Ravalet. Set in a 14-hectare park, the château was built in the 16th century by Seigneur Jean II de Ravalet, and is famous for being the setting for Julien and Marguerite de Ravalet’s forbidden love affair. In 1996, the château was listed as a historic monument. During your visit, take time to lose yourself in the garden and discover plants from North America, the Middle East and Australia. There’s also a greenhouse with over 200 varieties of dahlia.

        Practical info :

        Address: Avenue du Château – 50110 Tourlaville The park is open daily, weekends and public holidays from 8:00 am/8:30 am to 5:00 pm/7:30 pm, depending on the season. Guided tours are organized by the town of Cherbourg.

        Les parapluies de Cherbourg

        Take advantage of your stay in Cherbourg to visit the manufacture of the famous Cherbourg umbrellas. During your visit, you’ll discover the different stages of production, a film presentation of the brand and its history.

        Practical info :

        Guided tours must be booked in advance: 02 33 93 66 60 Monday to Saturday, 10am to 12pm and 2pm to 7pm Continuous self-guided tours. Address: Manufacture des Parapluies de Cherbourg – 22, quai Alexandre III – 50100 Cherbourg-en-Cotentin

        Rack of colorful clothes with patterns and tagsA wooden rack with several colorful clothes hanging. The clothes feature various patterns and are accompanied by tags. The colors range from red to blue, including green and yellow. The tags are black with white text.
        ©A variety of colorful and patterned clothes hanging on a rack.|Aymeric Picot

          Visit Cherbourg harbor

          Immerse yourself in the past with a visit to the world’s largest artificial harbor (1,500 hectares). Come aboard a boat and discover this exceptional site, with its dikes, forts and construction history. The idea of building a port to protect this part of France from England dates back to the 17th century. A century later, Louis XVI decided to launch one of the greatest maritime construction projects of all time, but it would be under Napoleon 1st that the building project would take on its full scope.

          Practical info :

          Activity from April to September by appointment Duration: approx. 1h Boarding: Hague à part: Pont Tournant 50100 Cherbourg-en-Cotentin info@haguesapart.comhttps://hagueapart.com/#billet

          Stone fortress on a rocky islet surrounded by calm waterA stone fortress stands on a small rocky islet. The surrounding water is calm and reflects the walls of the fortress. The sky is clear, and the low sun casts a gentle light on the scene.
          ©A solitary fortress stands on a rocky islet, surrounded by calm waters.|Aymeric Picot

            Fort du Roule

            Climb to the top of the fort for an exceptional view of the town and surrounding area. Built between the 19th and 20th centuries to protect the harbor from possible English attack, the fort now houses the Cherbourg Liberation Museum.

            Two people in front of a historic building with flagsTwo people are standing in front of a historic stone building. Several flags are visible, fluttering in the wind. The sky is clear blue and the ground is made of compacted earth. To the left, there is a stone structure with an arch. To the right, a modern glass extension is visible.
            ©Two people explore a historic site under a clear blue sky.|Almo

              The Liberation Museum

              Inaugurated on June 6, 1954, this is one of France’s first museums dedicated to the memory of the Second World War. Discover the daily lives of civilians and soldiers, photos of the occupied and liberated city, objects and history.

              Practical info:

              Open from February to November Admission: Adults: €4 – Children: €2.50 Free for all on Wednesdays. Address: Fort du Roule – Musée de la Libération – Montée des Résistants 50100 Cherbourg-en-Cotentin

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