Sightseeing in Cherbourg - what to see. Complete travel guide

In general the city is very interesting and it can be recommended for family tourism as here you can both have rest and study new things. It this city you can relax and enjoy the tranquility of a small European town. In addition to these factors Cherbourg offers excellent opportunity to study the history of Europe and France. The old part of the city was founded in the beginning of the eleventh century. Commercial and military harbor and forts are also very interesting.
Not so long ago, the new science museum called Cite de la Mer was opened in Cherbourg. Its visitors can learn about the most important discoveries and oceanographic researches of the recent years, as well as see the collections of themed, interesting exhibits. In the center, there is a big aquarium. One of the most interesting points of the tour is the visiting of the submarine.

In the warm season, you should definitely visit the Park of Emmanuel Liais within the framework of the sightseeing tour. It was called after the famous biologist and traveler who lived in Cherbourg in the 19th century. Exactly he was an initiator of the botanical garden foundation. Today, the main value of the park is magnificent cypresses aged over a hundred years. Another value is tiny ponds. A few years ago, there was a special indoor pavilion where rare plants were presented, so you can visit the park even in winter.

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Survived castles around Cherbourg
♥ Castle 'Château de Bricquebec' Manche, 20 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Château de Saint-Sauveur-le-Vicomte' Manche, 30.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Château de Pirou' Manche, 54.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Château de Colombières' Calvados, 62.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Château de Gratot' Manche, 65.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Château de Bricquebec' Manche, 20 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Château de Saint-Sauveur-le-Vicomte' Manche, 30.7 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Château de Pirou' Manche, 54.6 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Château de Colombières' Calvados, 62.1 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Château de Gratot' Manche, 65.7 km from the center. On the map


National and city parks around Cherbourg
♥ Regional Park 'Cherbourg' , 6.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Regional Nature Park 'Marais du Cotentin et du Bessin' , 45.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Regional Park 'Cherbourg' , 6.6 km from the center. On the map


♥ Regional Nature Park 'Marais du Cotentin et du Bessin' , 45.9 km from the center. On the map


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The Nobu restaurant in Hamburg will offer both public dining places and private rooms for guests seeking intimacy. For corporate meetings and events, the hotel offers a special outdoor terrace. The local community can also benefit from the new hotel Nobu will launch a special private members club with a designated lounge area, special food and beverage sessions. Members of the club will be able to visit fitness and wellness centers, and even participate in exclusive events.
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The Nobu restaurant in Hamburg will offer both public dining places and private rooms for guests seeking intimacy. For corporate meetings and events, the hotel offers a special outdoor terrace. The local community can also benefit from the new hotel Nobu will launch a special private members club with a designated lounge area, special food and beverage sessions. Members of the club will be able to visit fitness and wellness centers, and even participate in exclusive events.

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