Excursion Cherbourg on foot tour at Cherbourg

Cherbourg was known to the Romans as Coriovallum, but the valley in which Cherbourg lies had earlier been

settled by the Megalithic peoples of northern France. The present shape of the town is almost wholly due to

more recent developments. Situated within the arc of a broad and shallow bay, Cherbourg was dangerously

exposed to northwesterly gales, and was never seriously considered a viable port before Vauban began to

proselytize on its behalf.

Learn about the exuberant daily activity of the fishing port and marina that are set right in the heart of town.

Stroll along the manmade piers with their floodlighting following the rhythm of tides and appreciate the very

special atmosphere of a town open to the sea.