Question 1

What are the best surf spots near Cherbourg?

Accepted Answer

Siouville-Hague (20 km SW) is the most consistent with a sandy beach break. Flamanville (25 km SW) is more powerful. La Hague beaches (Vauville, Biville) are wild but for experienced surfers only. Barneville-Carteret (40 km SW) is the most accessible.

Question 2

Are there ferries from Cherbourg to England and Ireland?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Brittany Ferries serves Poole (4h30) and Portsmouth (3h–8h depending on vessel). Irish Ferries runs Cherbourg–Rosslare (17h–20h). Several daily departures for Portsmouth.

Question 3

How do you get to Cherbourg from Paris?

Accepted Answer

Direct TGV Paris Saint-Lazare–Cherbourg (3h, several trains per day). By car: A13 then N13 (360 km, 3h30). The station is central, 15 min from the ferry port.

Cherbourg — Cotentin Peninsula