Where to practice an individual sport Baie de Somme

Lucien, Gribouille, Abricot, Rodéo, Gudulle and Bella will be your travelling companions as you discover the Bay of the Somme as you've never seen it before! These endearing donkeys will accompany you on a 4 to 16 km hike, depending on the route you choose, or over 30 km if you opt for the 2 or 3-day bivouac option. Pointe du Hourdel, Baie d'Authie, forest and countryside - there's so much to discover! For hikes lasting more than 4 hours, you'll need to bring your own picnic, so don't forget it! Please note that Escap'Ânes offers accommodation.

Accessible to all for 7 years, only, with family or friends, do not hesitate to discover with the state-patented instructors the joys of this sports hobby. As a result of a quick initiation on a marked route, they will take you to the discovery of the Parc Park and its 25 km of wild beach… And for addicts, through the hikes, technical complements will be brought to improve your level of practice in order to be closer to nature. Ozone also organizes nautical hikes and towed buoy.

A vast selection of different nature outings, all with two things in common: the passion of our guides and the exceptional setting of the Baie de Somme. Depending on your tastes and desires, you can embark on a crossing of the bay (from Le Crotoy or Saint-Valery), meet birds and seals, admire the high tides or, for bird lovers, explore the Grand-Laviers bird sanctuary. In short, an ideal opportunity to discover the Baie de Somme from the delightful angle of nature!

Located in the heart of a unique setting, Golf de Belle Dune is now ranked among France's top 10 golf courses. Enjoy an 18-hole course covering some 30 hectares. Playing in a dune environment requires a certain technique. Private lessons can be booked for beginners or advanced players. After your round, you can quench your thirst or enjoy a meal at the golf restaurant, which boasts a lakeside terrace. A peaceful, leafy setting for lovers of the little white ball.

Horse walks with a guide to discover the Marquenterre and the Bay of Somme. All levels are accepted as well as children (more than 1.30 m). The guides will enthusiastically tell you the attractions of the territory, but also the history of this horse so endearing, the last equine race born in France. Also rental of boxes and sale of horses.

Between horse riding and pony rides, horse riding is within reach of all.

A place that will appeal to nature-watchers, especially those with an interest in wild birds. Indeed, the Hâble d'Ault marsh is home to a wealth of flora and fauna. This is a very pleasant hike for the whole family, and youngsters will have a rare opportunity to observe Samarian species in the wild. What's more, the relatively small size of the trail makes it an excellent afternoon outing.

In a horse-drawn carriage pulled by four beautiful horses, you'll spend a good two hours lulled to sleep by the sound of the waves, the rhythm of the equines, and the voice of Jacky, a horse breeder and trainer, but above all a great lover of the Bay of the Somme (he was born in Le Crotoy). The route takes in the sea and the mussel beds, and includes a stop at the mollières, with anecdotes told by Jacky. It's an unusual visit and an original, unforgettable activity that's great for couples and families alike.

Olivier, your guide, is fascinated by nature and migratory birds. He specializes in environmental engineering and offers you a dozen tours: a trip to the cliffs of Ault, the seals of Hourdel, crossing the Baie de Somme, the grand tour of Marquenterre, the wonders of the Baie d'Authie, the magic of the waves... The hikes range from half-day to full-day, and the way he describes the places and unveils their secrets captures everyone's attention.

An idea of walking off the beaten tracks: port du Crotoy, climb north of the bay along the beach to the Parking parking Lot. Cross the parking lot and follow the fence to go back to the foreshore. After a very muddy road, join the bridge bridge and take 200 m to the right. Turn right. In Noyé Hole, turn right. Take the D 4 on the right 300 m. Enter the first path on the right (private road allowed for pedestrians). Go behind the hangars of the farm and continue right on the road. Facing the La Sablière campsite, turn left into the Discovery road. It leads to the D 4. Please note, by municipal order, traffic on this road is prohibited on Sundays and holidays from 15 September to 15 January. Go right and reach the centre of Le Crotoy by small streets.

Discover the coastline on the Eden 1, the Shooting Star or the Eros with Charles Masson who knows every wave on the coast! A wide choice of services from a short walk following the tide to a 6-hour fishing trip ... Possibility also to go by sea to discover the fishing port of Dieppe or to follow fishing boats.

Starting from the cliffs of the Sea, it is possible to rally Le Bois-de-Fm by the Foreshore as soon as the tide begins to fall, and then return to the summits via the Victor-Hugo panorama. Make sure you match the time required to go and the tides. Take this walk, preferably accompanied. Avoid walking at the very foot of the cliffs: chalk falls can occur, or even very dangerous landslides. Information from the Tourist Office.

One of the best places in the Somme to spend an hour or a day in a little paradise where children and animals are king! Here, you can stroke, observe, learn and, above all, enjoy an ultra-pleasurable moment out of time. The rabbits roam, the donkeys wait to be milked so that their milk can be turned into soap, and the kids are a real eye-catcher! There are several dedicated rooms (bees, poultry...), a small store well-stocked with local products and a covered picnic area. Highly recommended!

Do not leave the signposted trail, which crosses a natural area protected by the Littoral conservatory, to help preserve the dunes, which are very sensitive to trampling. From the pedestrian place to Quend-Plage, take the rue d'Abbeville. On the right of the entrance to the parking lot, use the trail that goes into the dunes. Win a crossing. Access is possible from a parking lot located in the Plaine plain in the village of Belle-Dune. Continue straight and reach Fort-Mahon-Plage. Turn left, reach the beach by the avenue. Follow the beach on the left to find Quend-Plage.

From Morlay's equestrian lodge, go to the railway line of the Bay of Somme train. Take the road from La Petite-Digue and go along the railway line without ever crossing it. Leave two paths on the right. Obliquer on the left and then return to the north.

Take the road on the right. Pass the oratory and both farms. Arrive on the road of Hamelet. In Hamelet at 200 m left: Clocher chapel to «campenard». Turn right. After the houses, leave a path on the right and continue in front of a grassy path describing a curve on the left, then right and again left. Cut the D 140 and turn across 250 m and turn right and continue until the D 235. At the calvaire, take the D 35 on the right 50 m and then turn left on the trail. Continue on the D 140 and win the equestrian Lodge of Morlay while admiring the Hensons. You will be pleasantly surprised by the warm welcome of Carole and Thierry Unattainable, farmers and horse breeders, on their farm (see lodging section). In Ponthoile, join Noyelles-sur-Mer by taking the first road right in the middle of the village and then go to the river Dien, a starting point for many walks.

At low tide, discover the kingdom of birds. To park, take the access road to the sea. A parking lot is provided for this purpose. From the parking, take the path to the beach. Go along the coastal dune on the left. At the level of the blockhouse, turn left in front of the Ilette bank and continue to the right towards the north. Pass in front of the Restaurant de la Forêt and take the chemin des Garennes. About 100 m before Saint-Quentin, turn left on the sentier des Matelots which leads back to the parking lot.

Whether you're living in the corner or you're in the middle of it, you'll have to walk through the bay of Somme. But beware, not by imported what conditions! To make safe progress and value the subtleties of its ecosystem, the best thing is to have a competent professional guide. From April to November, Hiking-Nature in Somme offers you its hike through the Bay of Somme. Equip yourself with old shoes, sun protection, a windmill and (especially!) your binoculars, and it's gone for a walk out of the ordinary to meet nature…

Tariff: € 12 per adult and € 5 per child (6 to 14 years).

Distance: from 6 to 7 km.

Difficulty: .

Nature outings, micro-adventures, walks in the bay: Maxim Marzi, a passionate guide, will help you discover this still wild nature through several walks starting at 2h30. If you're lucky, you'll come face to face with seals, and discover the treasures of the area: strange pebbles, mud, birds and more. The more athletic can try their hand at wading through mud, climbing micro-cliffs and walking on salt meadows. Snacks provided and equipment available on loan!

Several guides are already on hand to help you discover the Baie de Somme, but with Lucas, a native of the region, you'll be sure to get off the beaten track! He'll be able to adapt to your profile and propose a tailor-made activity. Choose from a 7 km walk across the bay, a guided tour of the medieval town of Saint-Valery (2 hrs), a moonlit photo walk in the bay, an encounter with seals, team games (such as survival or escape games) and some very original bachelor parties!

Set off on an adventure in 3 hectares of oak and beech forest. You'll be perched several meters off the ground, on accrobranche courses adapted to everyone's level. Even the under-5s can take part, thanks to the Pitchoun course specially designed for them. Adults, on the other hand, will have to summon up all their courage and overcome their fear of heights to traverse these obstacle courses. Fun: night-time events, an escape game and, since 2022, immersion outings in the bay with local shepherds!