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5.3 km and 65 m of elevation gain
The Horzain Wind Walk takes place at the tip of the peninsula, at the end of the Cap. Its theme is sea observation. Here, the sea has always been the object of particular attention due to the proximity of England and, even more so, the Channel Islands, but also because of the particularly technical and perilous sailing conditions off Goury, due to the Raz Blanchard, one of the strongest currents in Europe. The English Channel is indeed a veritable maritime highway, hence the presence of numerous surveillance and safety systems put in place to mitigate dangers (semaphore, lighthouse, CROSS, beacons, lifeboat station, etc.). This landscape, with its flattened terrain crisscrossed by stone walls, is characterized by the presence of La Hague granite.
Points of interest
- The stone walls
- The semaphore
- The pebble beach
- The port of Goury and the shelter for the SNSM lifeboat
- The Auderville granite (igneous rock), traversed by dolerite veins (volcanic rocks, large dark bands) at the semaphore.
Difficulties
No particular difficulties
Estimated duration
Less than 2 hours' walk
Practical information
This walk starts from the Auderville town hall car park. Follow the specific markers labeled "interpretive trail".
Points to be aware of
Do not stray from the marked trail, especially along the coastline. This is a key area for nesting Common Ringed Plovers, whose eggs can be mistaken for pebbles due to their mimicry. The species is reported to be declining, particularly in Europe, and is therefore highly vulnerable.
