Why go
- Former municipality in Manche, France.
- Served by Cherbourg Manche airport (CER).
History
Cherbourg is a former commune and subprefecture located at the northern end of the Cotentin Peninsula in the northwestern French department of Manche. It was merged into the commune of Cherbourg-Octeville on 28 February 2000, which was merged into the new commune of Cherbourg-en-Cotentin on 1 January 2016.
Restaurants & places to go
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Airports
Getting there by ferry
Where things are
Photographs
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When to go
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Cherbourg Manche airport (CER); 1 other airport serves the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By water: 6 ferry terminals within 20 km (nearest: Passerelle Cherbourg 6, 0.3 km); routes include Cherbourg Dublin, Cherbourg-en-Cotentin (F) - Alderney (GBG), Poole (UK) - Cherbourg-en-Cotentin (F).
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Cherbourg-en-Cotentin, France. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.