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GR®223 Hiking: Normandy Coast

From Honfleur to Mont-Saint-Michel

Created at the end of the 18th century to allow customs officers to monitor the coast and combat smuggling, the GR®223 long-distance hiking trail crosses the chalk cliffs of the Pays d'Auge region and the vast sandy beaches of the D-Day landings, before reaching the rugged coastline of the Cotentin Peninsula. Honfleur, famous for its Old Port, has inspired many artists, including Claude Monet. The trail passes through Trouville and Deauville, renowned for their Belle Époque villas and rich seaside heritage. It crosses the marshes of the Baie des Veys, skirts the Gatteville lighthouse, and enters the protected site of La Hague, nicknamed "Little Ireland" for its heathlands and dry stone walls. The journey culminates in one of the most beautiful views in the world: the appearance of Mont-Saint-Michel Abbey, a masterpiece of medieval architecture, rising from the sands of the bay.

Panoramic view of the Normandy coastline on the GR223 trail

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Detailed IGN hiking map of the GR223 route from Honfleur to Mont-Saint-Michel

Coastal landscape and Normandy cliffs on the GR223 trail Sandy beach and preserved dunes along the GR223 Green customs path overlooking the sea in Normandy Spectacular view of the rugged Cotentin coastline from the GR223 Picturesque landscape and heathlands of La Hague on the GR223

Elevation profile and altitude chart of the GR223 route

QR Code for downloading the GPX track of the GR223 Distance: 619km, Maximum elevation: 149m, Minimum elevation: 0m, Cumulative elevation gain: 3931m


Courtils: Seasonova Saint Michel Campsite, 35 Rue du Mont Saint-Michel 50220 Courtils, 02 33 70 96 90, Email.

The Saint-Michel campsite welcomes you to a quiet and relaxing environment, just 8 kilometers from Mont Saint-Michel! Come and enjoy our facilities designed for family stays: a heated pool open from mid-May to mid-September, a bar area, and a mini-farm.
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Port-Bail-sur-Mer: La Bascule Bed and Breakfast, M. Moutiez Castel Christiane, 06 64 55 50 32, Email.
I will be delighted to welcome you to this building offering 2 bedrooms upstairs and 1 accessible bedroom on the ground floor, each equipped with quality bedding and all the necessary comforts (private bathroom, television, Wi-Fi). A living room, where breakfasts are served, is also at your disposal.
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Ceaux: Les Bruyeres du Mont Guest House, M. Campain, 06 58 84 71 51.
Located in the bay of Mont Saint-Michel, near the GR®22, GR®223, and Véloscénie trails. We offer comfort, calm, a large garden, a neat and warm welcome, and a kitchen area. 'Accueil Vélo' (Cyclists Welcome) labeled. Hearty, homemade breakfasts. Evening packed meals and picnic baskets available upon request.
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Merville Franceville: Seasonova Le Point du Jour Campsite, 75 Route de Cabourg 14810 Merville Franceville Plage, 02 31 24 23 34, Email
A seaside campsite with numerous activities in July and August. Located in Normandy, this campsite features a wellness area that will surely delight you. Its location is ideal for discovering the D-Day landing beaches or the Maison de la Nature in Sallenelles. If you are a nature lover, the Bay of Sallenelles is perfect for hiking.
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Geographical track of the GR223 on the map of France

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