Things to do in Cherbourg-en-Cotentin: the must-see sights

Guide · Manche, Normandie · 7 places to discover

A great naval port and a historic departure point of the Titanic, Cherbourg-en-Cotentin offers a dive into underwater adventure at the Cité de la Mer.

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The 7 must-see places in Cherbourg-en-Cotentin

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Cité de la Mer Must-see

A museum set in the former transatlantic terminal, with the submarine Le Redoutable and a large aquarium.

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The Naval Port of Cherbourg

A large artificial harbour built in the 19th century, one of the largest in the world.

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Sainte-Trinité Basilica of Cherbourg

A 15th-century Flamboyant Gothic church at the heart of the town centre, the main religious building of Cherbourg.

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The Roule Fort

A former military fort overlooking the town, home to the Liberation Museum, offering a panorama over the harbour.

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The Italian-Style Theatre of Cherbourg

An elegant 19th-century Italian-style theatre, a red-and-gold jewel in the heart of the town.

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The Château des Ravalet and its Park

A Renaissance château surrounded by a remarkable botanical park, at the gateway to the town.

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Musée Thomas-Henry

A rich fine arts museum, one of the most important in Normandy, renowned for its Millets.

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