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Things to see in Cherbourg-Octeville (France): 37 places and when to go
Cherbourg-Octeville is a town in France with around 61,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 37 places in and around it, mainly History (24), Nature (5), Museums and art (4). The best known are French submarine Redoutable, Château des Ravalet and Musée Thomas-Henry. The best time to come is March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 16 h 04 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 56. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- France · 49.6504, -1.65
- Population
- About 61,000
- Places
- 37 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (24) · Nature (5) · Museums and art (4) · Hiking (3) · Food and drink (2) · Temples (1)
- Best time
- March to October.
- Also possible
- November to February.
- Nearest airport
- ORY Paris (Orly, Val-de-Marne), 309 km as the crow flies
What to see in Cherbourg-Octeville
The places in and around Cherbourg-Octeville, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- French submarine Redoutable1967 Redoutable-class submarine2.4 km
- Château des RavaletCastle in France6.4 km
- Musée Thomas-HenryArt museum in France2.4 km
- Basilique Sainte-Trinité de CherbourgBasilica located in Manche, in France2.1 km
- Cherbourg Maritime stationRailway station in Cherbourg-en-Cotentin, France2.4 km
- Cité de la MerMuseum in France2.4 km
- equestrian statue of NapoleonStatue by Armand Le Véel in Cherbourg, France2.0 km
- Cherbourg HarbourArtificial harbour in Normandy, France1.9 km
- île PeléeIsland in Manche, France5.2 km
- Fort du RouleFortifications in Cherbourg-Octeville, France3.4 km
- Jardin botanique du Château de VauvilleGarden in France14 km
- La Hague lighthouseLighthouse in Manche, France23 km
- allée couverte de la ForgeGallery grave in Bretteville, France10 km
- Allée couverte de la Petite RocheArchaeological site18 km
- Pierres pouquelées de VauvilleGallery grave in Vauville, France15 km
- autel des DruidesGallery grave in Les Moitiers-d'Allonne, France28 km
- Château de BricquebecCastle in Manche, Normandy, France20 km
- pierre au ReyDolmen in Flamanville, France22 km
- Hague-DickArchaeological site14 km
- Hôtel de BeaumontHistory21 km
- Maison Jacques-PrévertMuseum in Omonville-la-Petite, France18 km
- Montagne du RouleMountain in France3.6 km
- Anse de QuerquevilleBay4.6 km
- Camp du CastelHistory22 km
And the other 13, by what you come to do:
- History: Château de la Bretonnière, Golleville, Manoir de Barville, Manoir de Graffard, Manoir de la Barguignerie, Bruce Castle, Sémaphore de Jardeheu
- Nature: Parc Emmanuel Liais
- Food and drink: Cavavin, Les Travailleurs de l'Amer
- With kids: Planetarium Ludiver
- Hiking: Sciotot à Cherbourg par les terres, Tour de la Hague, GR 223 (France)
When to go to Cherbourg-Octeville
The best time to visit Cherbourg-Octeville is March to October; also possible: November to February. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible8:22
- FebPossible9:51
- MarBest time11:33
- AprBest time13:30
- MayBest time15:09
- JunBest time16:04
- JulBest time15:41
- AugBest time14:14
- SepBest time12:21
- OctBest time10:28
- NovPossible8:47
- DecPossible7:56
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 16 h 04 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 56. In April, 37 of the 37 places are at their best.
When to go to France in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Cherbourg-Octeville
The nearest main airport is Paris-Orly Airport (ORY, Paris (Orly, Val-de-Marne)), 309 km as the crow flies. How to get around France (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Le Vast26 places22 km
- Sainte-Marie-du-Mont11 places43 km
- Lessay17 places49 km
- Regnéville-sur-Mer9 places70 km
- Canisy15 places72 km
- Cerisy-la-Forêt13 places72 km
And all of France, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Cherbourg-Octeville?
The best known: French submarine Redoutable, Château des Ravalet, Musée Thomas-Henry, Basilique Sainte-Trinité de Cherbourg, Cherbourg Maritime station. In all, 37 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Cherbourg-Octeville?
March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 16 h 04 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 56.
How do you get to Cherbourg-Octeville?
The nearest main airport is Paris-Orly Airport (ORY), 309 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Cherbourg-Octeville as the destination and these 37 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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