GR®223 Normandy Coast

From Honfleur (Calvados) to Mont Saint-Michel (Manche)

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.

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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.

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.

Nearby paths:

• Tour of the Mortainais Ridges (Manche, Orne)
• Tour of the Balconies of the Sée River (Manche)
• Tour of Coutances to the Sea (Manche)
• Tour of Suisse Normande (Calvados, Orne)
• Tour of the Pays Malouin (Ille-et-Vilaine)
• GR®2 Seine River trail
• GR®21 Cliff trail
• GR®22 Mont Saint-Michel trail
• GR®23 From Sotteville-sous-le-Val (Seine-Maritime) to Honfleur (Calvados)
• GR®26 From Poissy (Yvelines) to Villers-sur-Mer (Calvados)
• GR®34 Customs trail
• GR®36 From Channel to Pyrenees
• GR®37 Heart of Brittany
• GR®39 From Mont St Michel (Manche) to Hoscas (Loire-Atlantique)
• GR®221 From Pont de la Roque (Manche) to Verneuil d'Avre et d'Iton (Eure)
• GR®223A Cherbourg Balconies
• GR®223B Coutances Variant
• GR®224 From Berville-sur-Mer to Verneuil d'Avre et d'Iton (Eure)

It is advisable to follow the beacons throughout your hike and to bring the FFRandonnée topo-guide. You will also find information on MonGR.fr.

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Former holiday hotel with a garden along the Allier, L'Etoile Guest House is located in La Bastide-Puylaurent between Lozere, Ardeche, and the Cevennes in the mountains of Southern France. At the crossroads of GR®7, GR®70 Stevenson Path, GR®72, GR®700 Regordane Way, GR®470 Allier River springs and gorges, GRP® Cevenol, Ardechoise Mountains, Margeride. Numerous loop trails for hiking and one-day biking excursions. Ideal for a relaxing and hiking getaway.

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