Activities at Barfleur, at the north-east tip of Cotentin

Activities

There are lots of possibilities for walking or cycling in the surrounding area : Gatteville lighthouse – 2km, Jonville beach - 9 km.

There is a 3.1km discovery trail around the village with information boards along the way (maps are available in the Internet or from the Tourist Office).

Barfleur is also situated on the famous GR 223 (Grande Randonnée – long distance walking track) “the coast trail”.

During your stay don’t forget to visit the UNESCO World Heritage site at Saint-Vaast-la-Hougue -11 km

Cherbourg is less than 30 km: on a rainy day, you can visit the Cité de la Mer and revisit the history of the Titanic or go inside a nuclear submarine.

The Normandy landing beaches are less than 40 km away.

All year long, markets selling local produce take place in Barfleur and in nearby villages, such as Saint-Pierre-Eglise or Saint-Vaast-la-Hougue.

Barfleur in high season: Tuesday morning and Saturday morning on the quayside Henri Chardon
Saint-Pierre-Eglise 9 km: Wednesday morning on the market place close to the church
Saint-Vaast-la-Hougue 11 km: Saturday morning between the Place de la République and Place Belle-Isle
Cherbourg-en-Cotentin 27 km: Thursday morning and Saturday morning Place de Gaule and Place Centrale

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Bench at the entrance of the Barfleur harbour - Picturesque fish port in Normandy

Barfleur under the sun from the bay of the Gatteville Lightouse - Normandy

Entrance of the Barfleur harbour - Story of the ship Le Mora, Normandy

A trawler at low tide in Barfleur - Normandy

Small lighthouse inside the Barfleur harbour - Le Mora, Normandy

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Fresh lobsters from the Cotentin, photo taken by Caroline, the owner of the guesthouse Le Mora at Barfleur

For the fishermen

For the fishermen, the next exceptional equinox high tides will take place

6 July 2023 (tidal coefficient 93)
4 August 2023 (tidal coefficient 104)
1-2 September 2023 (tidal coefficient 112)
30 September 2023 (tidal coefficient 112)

Sailing school

Located on the beach side of the village the Barfleur sailing school welcomes you from Tuesday to Saturday from 8.30am to 6.30pm and offers sailing courses for adults and children during school holidays.

The address of the school 10 chemin de la Masse 50760 Gatteville-le-Phare. You can contact the school at +33 (2) 33 54 79 08 or by e-mail at the following address: [email protected]

A short walk on the other side of the Barfleur harbour following the sign La Grande Jetée

Short walk in Barfleur

For a different view point of the charming harbour of Barfleur, take the path on the right side of the quay and follow the sign La Grande Jetée to access the other side of the harbour. From there, you will have a panoramic view of the harbour, Saint-Nicolas church and the village.

For the fishermen

For the fishermen, the next exceptional equinox high tides will take place

6 July 2023 (tidal coefficient 93)
4 August 2023 (tidal coefficient 104)
1-2 September 2023 (tidal coefficient 112)
30 September 2023 (tidal coefficient 112)

Sailing school

Located on the beach side of the village the Barfleur sailing school welcomes you from Tuesday to Saturday from 8.30am to 6.30pm and offers sailing courses for adults and children during school holidays.

The address of the school 10 chemin de la Masse 50760 Gatteville-le-Phare. You can contact the school at +33 (2) 33 54 79 08 or by e-mail at the following address: [email protected]

Short walk in Barfleur

For a different view point of the charming harbour of Barfleur, take the path on the right side of the quay and follow the sign La Grande Jetée to access the other side of the harbour. From there, you will have a panoramic view of the harbour, Saint-Nicolas church and the village.

in summer

MusiKenSaire festival in Barfleur in the Saint-Nicolas Church with many other summer events

The village of Barfleur is very busy during summer with lots of events.

Musical summer

The «Eté Musical de Barfleur» is a music festival organised by the Association of the “Amis de l’église de Barfleur” (Friends of the Church) proposing concerts by famous musicians which takes place in the Saint Nicolas Church.
The acoustics are excellent and the performance is projected onto several screens in the church to give the whole audience a good view of the musicians.
The 20th edition will take place from July 27 to August 9, 2023.

Thursday, July 27, 6:30 pm : Anne Queffélec (piano)
Monday, August 1, 8:30 pm : Emmanuel Strosser (piano) / Olivier Charlier (violin)
Friday, August 4, 6:30 pm : Claire Désert (piano)
Monday, August 7, 6:30 pm : Florent Héau (clarinet) / Quatuor Voce (string ensemble)
Wednesday, August 9, 8:30 pm : Emmanuelle Bertrand (cello) / Pascal Amoyel (piano)

Village of Antique Dealers

In 2023, this event will take place from the 18th till the 21st of August.

The «Village des Antiquaires» is an important event for Barfleur and the Cotentin.
The stands of around 40 exhibitors are installed on the quayside and will welcome you for 4 days from 10am to 7pm.
This is a free entrance event and you can stroll and browse, or buy paintings, furniture or jewellery.
You may also take a break at The «Bar du Village» for a drink or an oyster tasting.

MusiKenSaire festival

Every 1st weekend of September, the festival of the local music scene «MusiKenSaire» takes place on the quayside of the Barfleur harbour.
The public can enjoy many free concerts and performances and discover the best Normandy rock, pop and folk bands .

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