Wooden pier leading to a body of water with boats at sunsetA wooden pier extends towards a calm body of water, with boats moored in the distance. The sky is tinged with hues of pink and orange, reflecting the beauty of the sunset. The surrounding vegetation is lush and green, adding a touch of nature to the scene.
©A wooden pier stretches towards the horizon, inviting adventure and tranquility.|Teddy Bear
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A wild setting in the heart of the high tides: the Pointe d’Agon

Located to the south of Agon-Coutainville, the Pointe d’Agon separates the harbor of Regnéville from the sea. This unspoilt site is a haven of peace, well known to walkers. The Pointe d’Agon lighthouse, the Fernand Lechanteur monument and the salt-meadow sheep are all to be found here.

We revealed a little more about this remarkable site in our article!

Presentation

Over the centuries, the landscape of the Pointe d’Agon has never ceased to change. Marked by the natural evolution of the coastline, this site, which forms an overhang of land into the sea, is the result of the accumulation of sand and alluvium deposited by the sea and river. Made up of dunes, salt meadows and vast stretches of sand, this unique site evolves with storms and tides, creating a unique environment.

Aerial view of a wild coast with water expanses and grassy landsAerial view of a wild coast with water expanses and grassy lands. The coast is carved by natural canals and wetlands. The sky is clear and the water is calm, reflecting the sunlight.
©The wild coast offers a unique and preserved landscape.|Fauvel Philippe

    A very important place!

    A strategic location for navigation

    In the 19th century, the Pointe d’Agon was recognized as a strategic site for maritime surveillance. The installation of a semaphore there was intended to guarantee the safety of navigation in a particularly perilous area, marked by strong currents and sandbanks.

    Pointe d’Agon lighthouse

    Inaugurated in 1856, the Pointe d’Agon lighthouse replaced the fort that once ensured safety. Made of local cut stone and covered in zinc to withstand the elements, it is designed to withstand the strong winds typical of the region. The lighthouse is linked to the history of Regnéville, an important port in the region that welcomed over 300 ships a year from France, England and Norway. The lighthouse played an essential role in guiding sailors and enabling them to locate the port, particularly in difficult conditions. A watchman also lived there, as communication was complex in those days. Today, although the lighthouse is no longer in operation, it remains a historic landmark in La Manche, offering spectacular views of the seafront.

    Red and white lighthouse with an attached house on a grassy coastA red and white lighthouse with a red lantern on top and an attached house. The lighthouse is located on a grassy coast under a blue sky with white clouds. The text 'Côtes d'Armor' and 'THIBAULT PORIEL' is visible.
    ©The lighthouse stands proudly on the coast, guiding ships to safety.|Thibault Poriel
    White boat stranded on the beach at low tide with a mooring buoy nearbyA white fishing boat is stranded on the beach at low tide. The boat is tied to a red and white mooring buoy. The sun is setting on the horizon, casting a golden glow over the scene. The beach is covered with sand and small puddles of water left by the receding tide. In the background, there is a stretch of calm water and a distant horizon line with some vegetation.
    ©A fishing boat stranded on the beach at low tide.|Thibault Poriel

      A preserved territory

      A land of fishing and farming

      Historically, the Pointe d’Agon was a site dedicated to fishing and grazing. Local inhabitants used the salt meadows to graze their livestock, a traditional practice that continues to this day with salt meadow sheep. This is an ideal site for fishing on foot, an activity that continues to attract many visitors at low tide, enabling them to harvest shellfish and crustaceans.

      A natural, preserved site

      Since 1889, the Pointe d’Agon has been classified as a protected natural site. The flora and fauna of the Pointe d’Agon are rich and varied, thanks in large part to the diversity of habitats found on the site. Between the dunes, the salt meadows, the marshes and the estuary, we find a unique ecosystem, where we can observe several migratory species, seabirds but also a terrestrial fauna with notably hares and a great variety of small mammals. Take the GR223, which runs along the entire Manche coastline, and you’ll be able to explore this popular spot for hikers and nature lovers, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the Sienne estuary.

      A monument to a writer

      At the heart of Pointe d’Agon, 32 granite stones are positioned in the shape of a Viking longship. It’s a funerary monument erected in 1976 in tribute to Fernand Lechanteur, a writer and poet born in Agon-Coutainville and a fervent defender of the Norman language!

      Remains of a wooden structure covered with vegetation on a beachA ruined wooden structure, partially covered with vegetation, stretches across a sandy beach. The structure appears to be composed of several interconnected sections, with vertical wooden posts and horizontal crossbeams. The vegetation, primarily seaweed and salt-resistant plants, covers much of the structure. The sky is cloudy, and the overall atmosphere is calm and deserted.
      ©The remains of a wooden structure, covered with vegetation, stretch across a deserted beach.
      Person walking in a tall grass field towards a small white lighthouse with a red roofA person is walking in a tall grass field towards a small white lighthouse with a red roof. The sky is cloudy and the landscape is open and natural. The lighthouse is located next to a small building with a metal roof.
      ©A peaceful walk towards the lighthouse in a tall grass field under a cloudy sky.|Aymeric Picot

        AND TODAY

        The site is accessible all year round A parking lot near the borde farm is available for visitors at the site entrance. You can get there on foot or by bike The GR 223 passes through the pointe d’Agon.

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