Sailboats moored on a beach at sunsetA beach lined with moored sailboats on the sand. Shallow water reflects the orange hues of the sunset. In the background, low buildings and trees outline the horizon.
©The sailboats rest on the sand as the sun dips below the horizon.|Aymeric Picot
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Havre de la Vanlée: a confidential haven

With very few visitors on the Lingreville side, the haven is a real place of peace and quiet. Its naturalness is its strength and it gives off the secluded atmosphere of the edge of the world.

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Green plants growing on sandy soil by the seaA stretch of sand bordered by green plants and wild grasses. In the background, a line of trees marks the sea horizon. The sky is clear with soft light, typical of late afternoon.
©Nature reclaims the dunes, creating a soothing contrast with the sea horizon.|Aymeric Picot
Sailboats and fishing boats moored in a harbor at duskA fishing harbor in the late afternoon, with several sailboats and fishing boats moored along the quays. The buildings in the background are partially lit by the setting sun, which reflects on the calm water. Café or restaurant terraces line the harbor, where a few silhouettes are visible.
©The last rays of sunlight illuminate the sailboats and the harbor terraces.|Aymeric Picot

Located between the communes of Granville and Agon-Coutainville, the haven is situated over 3 communes: Lingreville, Bréhal and Bricqueville-sur-Mer.

2 roads cross this haven: the 375 road which is liable to flooding (during high tides only) and the second road which crosses the haven is the D592 road but this time it is on a floodgate which allows the sea water to enter the haven. The latter therefore marks out the grassland and wetland areas.

Two flora and fauna interest zones have been established there and almost 200 species of birds have been recorded. There are also salt marsh sheep which are very representative of these areas.

Bearded man wearing a hat and a green jacket, sitting in a natural settingA man sitting in a natural environment, wearing a green jacket and a wide-brimmed hat. He has a full beard and is looking to the left. The background shows trees and diffused natural light.
©A moment of calm in nature for this man with a piercing gaze.

Designated a Natura 2000 site (like the seven others on the western coast of the Manche department), the harbour is a protected area. With few visitors, you can walk there in complete tranquillity to recharge your batteries

Thomas

   Essential visits

  • Numerous small paths to discover during your walks
  • The GR 223 road passes nearby
  • Road liable to flooding
  • Many animals to observe
  • Preserved nature, exceptional landscapes
  • Peace and quiet
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