The best cycling routes around Saint-Sébastien-De-Raids

This isn't a mountain bike trail; it's 95% road. Otherwise, it can be enjoyable. But forget about trails.

The Four Braves is a memorial to 4 American soldiers who died fighting for freedom and against the Nazis after the Allied landings in Normandy.

This 12th-century castle, which used to be on the harbor, is one of the oldest castles in Normandy. It is one of the few medieval fortifications that has been preserved. The former outpost of the fortifications of Coutances is named after the 11th-14th century owners of the castle. The lords of Pirou were related to the house of De Hauteville, to which belonged several founders of the Norman kingdom in Sicily. Until the end of the 18th century, the castle belonged to various noble families, before it became an important smugglers' nest and was finally converted into a farm in the 19th century.

There are choices of small car-free paths and equally quiet rural roads.

This 12th-century castle, which used to be located on the harbour, is one of the oldest castles in Normandy. It is one of the few medieval fortifications that have been preserved. The former outpost of the Coutances fortifications is named after the castle's 11th-14th century owners. The lords of Pirou were related to the house of De Hauteville, to which several ùde founders of the Norman kingdom in Sicily belonged. Until the end of the 18th century, the castle was owned by various noble families, before it became an important smugglers' nest and was eventually converted into a farm in the 19th century.

Very impressive castle complex, which can even be visited with a dog. Very friendly staff, also speaks German. Don't miss this attraction. Admission for adults: 7€ (5/2022), but it's definitely worth it.

This old 12th-century castle, still surrounded by a moat which used to be on the harbor, is one of the oldest castles in Normandy. It is one of the few medieval fortifications in Pirou that has been preserved. The former outpost of the fortifications of Coutances is named after the 11th-14th century owners of the castle. The lords of Pirou were related to the house of De Hauteville, to which belonged several founders of the Norman kingdom in Sicily. Until the end of the 18th century, the castle belonged to various noble families, before it became an important smugglers' nest and was finally converted into a farm in the 19th century.

Very well preserved medieval castle. A very well done guide is distributed at the reception to explain the function of each room and the medieval way of life.