Cap Hornu — loop from Saint-Valery-sur-Somme in the Parc Naturel Marin des Estuaires Picards et de la Mer d'Opale
Cap Hornu — loop from Saint-Valery-sur-Somme in the Parc Naturel Marin des Estuaires Picards et de la Mer d'Opale
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Cap Hornu — loop from Saint-Valery-sur-Somme in the Parc Naturel Marin des Estuaires Picards et de la Mer d'Opale
01:55
7.14km
90m
Hiking
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.
Last updated: August 12, 2024
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Parc naturel régional Baie de Somme Picardie Maritime
Parc naturel marin des Estuaires picards et de la mer d'Opale
Waypoints
Start point
Parking
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146 m
Cape Hornu
Highlight • Beach
The name Cap Hornu comes from the Picard word “hornu”, which means “horned” or “pointed”, and refers to the shape of the cape. The cape was also known as Cap Saint-Valery in the past.
The history of Cap Hornu is closely linked to that of Saint-Valery-sur-Somme, which was a strategic port and a medieval town that witnessed many historical events. In 1066, William the Conqueror departed from Saint-Valery-sur-Somme with his fleet to invade England. In 1431, Joan of Arc was imprisoned in Saint-Valery-sur-Somme before being transferred to Rouen. In 1568, a massacre of Huguenots took place in Saint-Valery-sur-Somme after a battle between Catholics and Protestants
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1.41 km
Guillaume Towers
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The city gate consists of two heavy round towers, between which there is a gate entrance. The towers date from the 11th century and already existed when William the Conqueror had to moor in this place with his fleet in 1066 before sailing to England. In 1430, Joan of Arc, already captured by the English, passed through this gate. The current gate entrance was only built in 1785.
The towers have served as a watchtower and as a prison. The drawbridge was demolished in 1614 and the defenses that once extended in front of the gate no longer exist.
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1.68 km
Saint-Valery-sur-Somme Old Town
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2.99 km
Port of Saint-Valery
Highlight • River
The harbor has 250 berths for boats up to 25 m long and 2.30 m draft. It has two docks: one accessible from the west bank of the port facility and the east bank available with an annex.
The port is both a sea and a river port, as it forms the link between the Bay of the Somme and the entrance to the Somme Canal.
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6.56 km
Sailors' Chapel
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7.14 km
End point
Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
2.23 km
2.18 km
1.76 km
497 m
462 m
Surfaces
1.86 km
1.78 km
1.54 km
990 m
898 m
< 100 m
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Trail Reviews
Briefly leaving Normandy to stroll through Saint-Valery-sur-Somme is a charming experience that immerses you in the history, nature and authenticity of the Bay of Somme. A pretty village where it is good to stroll, whether to enjoy its historical heritage, its natural landscapes or the tranquility of the bay. It is a perfect place to relax for a Sunday with the family or a romantic weekend.