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Where to walk your dog in Coutances?

Discover the best places to enjoy nature and the great outdoors with your four-legged friend during your stay in Coutances.

Coutances offers the ideal setting for a nature vacation in the company of your dog. From country lanes to shady parks and lanes, there’s plenty of opportunity to enjoy the fresh air. When staying with your dog in Coutances, it’s important to find suitable, pleasant and accessible places. Here’s a selection of places perfect for a leisurely stroll with your faithful companion.

  • The Parc des Sports: a large open space in the heart of the city The Parc des Sports is a popular place for strolling, with its wide green spaces, landscaped paths and quiet surroundings. Easily accessible on foot from the city center, you can let your dog (on a leash) run around while enjoying the spacious surroundings, sports facilities, an area with small animals, etc. It’s the ideal place for a daily walk during your stay.
  • Bois des Vignettes: nature and freshness just a stone’s throw from the center This discreet little wood is a haven of coolness in summer and a quiet spot all year round. The shady paths are perfect for a short stroll or a moment’s respite after a day of sightseeing. Little frequented, it offers a peaceful place to recharge your batteries with your dog, without leaving the city.
  • Coutance hiking trails: a chance to immerse yourself in nature A number of short hiking trails leave from the outskirts of the town, allowing you to discover the Normandy bocage. These signposted, accessible routes criss-cross the surrounding countryside, while remaining close to Coutances. It’s a great way to get out into the countryside, away from cars, for curious dogs, occasional walkers and hiking enthusiasts alike.
  • Le square de l’Évêché: a green spot with a view Located near the cathedral, this is a small, peaceful square. With its benches, lawn, trees and unobstructed view, it’s ideal for a relaxing break or a short stroll. Dogs must be kept on a leash, but the tranquil atmosphere makes it a pleasant place for an urban outing.
  • Paths for an immersion in nature: Le chemin du parc, le domaine du Vaudon, le chemin des Cotils, chemin de la Martinière, several paths on the outskirts of the city center that will allow you to enjoy the peace and fresh air just 2 steps from where you live.

Important reminders:

  • You must walk your dog on a leash
  • You must pick up after your pet
  • You must use the paths and not damage the surrounding flora and fauna.
  • You must respect other users

Good to know:

The Jardin des Plantes in Coutances, although pleasant, is not accessible to dogs, even on a leash. It is therefore preferable to use other more suitable areas.

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