Five very distinct islands compose the norman archipelago: Jersey, Guernsey, Alderney, Herm and Sark. There are a few miles apart from our coastline of la Hague.
You can go on board from Port Diélette, Carteret or Granville for a quick crossing to the channel islands, with the companywww.manche-iles-express.com
Once on place the beauty of the landscapes, the british atmosphere but also the culture and traditions will charm you .
You will be also delighted by the quietness and the way of life on these five islands. This is the ideal environment to practice sporty and nautical activities.
JERSEY
This is the biggest of the channel islands. This is a colourful island. Its vegetation is exceptional thanks to its temperate climate. Visitors will be astounded by the landscapes and the coastline Here everything is prosperous. In Saint-Hélier, a very busy capital, tradition and modernity are mixed. You will find the british spirit in all pubs and picturesque cottages but also in important hotels and gastronomic restaurants. Outdoor pursuits are numerous and take place in an ideal environment.
www.jersey.com
GUERNESEY
You disembark in Saint-Peter-Port, the capital city. This port town welcome you with its busy streets, its shops, its restaurants and pubs. The nature offers many landscapes such as cliffs and creeks, long sandy beaches and wooded valleys.
Architecture is als very contrasted, then closetogether you can find modern houses and fortifications or typical cottages. Guernsey was the exil homeland of Victor Hugo. Today his house called « Hauteville House » is opened to visitors.
www.visitguernesey.com
ALDERNEY
Very wild and exposed to wind, Alderney is a paradise for walkers and lovers of Nature. On long white sandy beaches , beauty of landscapes and quietness are offered to the visitor. Don't forget Saint-Anne, the capital, this small paved street is edged with shops and very charming and picturesque houses.
www.alderney.net
HERM
If you really want to escape the stress of the daily life, come on board for a 20minutes crossing to Herm. This is the ideal destination to discover a protected area composed of dunes, beaches, creeks and cliffs.
www.herm-island.com
SARK
Peacefule space, without motorized engines, Sark is a unique, unusual and exceptional destination thanks to its natural and architectural heritage.
www.sark.info
