A breath of iodine, an energy boostGranville Terre et Mer gets back to school outdoors

A breath of sea air, a boost of energy: back to school in the open air at Granville Terre et Mer

In September, it’s time to rediscover your energy and set your sporting goals. Destination Granville Terre et Mer offers an exceptional playground for taking on new challenges or simply getting back into the swing of things. Trails, mountain biking, hiking… And for new sensations, wingfoil offers an exhilarating sense of freedom, carried along by the wind and sea spray. From beginner to performance, there’s something for everyone. A new school year that’s all about fitness, nature… and discovering unexpected passions.

Published on 28 January 2026

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Seaside jogging, a breath of fresh air

September is a not-to-be-missed month for runners in Destination Granville Terre et Mer. Sunken paths, stairways, hedged farmland, beaches, dykes… Whether you’re a trail runner or a road runner, there’s something for everyone. To share the effort or beat records, the Saint-Pair-sur-Mer trail offers two courses of 8 and 11 km with marked differences in altitude, taking runners to the edge of the Bouillon pond, a Natura 2000 site: a sporting getaway between sea and hedged farmland. Entre Trail et Mer: 13 September 2025

In Granville, the triathlon blazes a trail between sea and heritage

Departing from the Pointe du Roc, with a panoramic view of Granville Bay and the Chausey Islands, the Granville triathlon promises an intense sporting experience. A real sporting challenge, it combines swimming, cycling and running in an exceptional setting. After taking to the water, participants get on their bikes for a technical course along the bay, before setting off on a run through the heart of the Haute Ville, along cobbled streets and steps. The effort is rewarded at the harbour, where the finish is accompanied by a fanfare of cheers from the public. Granville Triathlon, 28 September 2025, S and M format

GR223, iodised efforts for a boosted return to school

The 42km GR223 trail along Granville Terre et Mer ‘s protected coastline gives visitors the chance to enjoy one last shot of vitamin D and fill up on sea air. From Bricqueville-sur-Mer to Champeaux, the trail takes in the harbour of La Vanlée and its submersible road, the mussel beds, the Haute Ville de Granville, the garden of Villa Les Rhumbs and the Vauban huts. The backdrop to this walk isthe Bay of Mont-Saint-Michel, which changes with the tides and follows in the footsteps of the hikers.

Back to school on the move at Granville Terre et Mer

At Granville Terre et Mer, you can get on your mountain bike to recharge your batteries and extend your days. Six signposted circuits invite you to (re)discover the rolling countryside of the Normandy bocage, taking in sunken paths, undergrowth and coastal panoramas. The La Lucerne & Py Park route is a particular favourite, punctuated by emblematic heritage sites such as the Abbaye de la Lucerne, an edifice of Norman Premonstratensian architecture, the Moulin de Vaucelles and Py Park, a memorial site to the Second World War… Each pedal stroke reveals a piece of the Destination’s history. For the more experienced, the “Trouée verte” offers a more sporting route through the Boscq valley and the village of La Meurdraquière, a designated Heritage Village – a promise of effort… and pleasure, for a rhythmic return to school.

Agenda

Entre Trail et Mer: Saturday 13 September 2025
Lantern Walk: Friday 19 September 2025
Granville Triathlon: Sunday 28 September 2025
Horse riding: Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 September 2025

A committed region

Go into “zero waste” mode: don’t throw anything out and take everything home with you. To stay well hydrated, adopt the “water bottle-friendly” attitude: a QR code can be used to locate all the possible free refill points (shops, bars, restaurants, etc.) in the destination.