Étretat, a region on France's Alabaster Coast in Normandy, is defined by its dramatic white chalk cliffs, natural arches, and distinctive pebble beaches. These geological features create a unique landscape for outdoor activities, offering varied terrain for several sports like hiking, jogging, touring cycling, road cycling, and more. The area's coastal paths and rolling countryside provide diverse environments for exploration.
Étretat offers a wide range of outdoor activities, with more than 100 routes available across several sports like hiking, jogging, touring cycling, road cycling, and more. More than 20,000 visitors have shared their experiences, resulting in an average rating of 4.49 out of 5 stars. Hikers can explore paths along the cliff tops, offering panoramic views of the English Channel and the iconic rock formations, as detailed in the Hiking around Étretat guide. Cyclists can navigate routes that transition from coastal scenery to charming Normandy villages and cultivated fields, with options for both touring and road cycling. For those interested in two wheels, the Cycling around Étretat and Road Cycling Routes around Étretat guides provide further insights into the available routes.
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Routes
4.5
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Average rating
10122
People visited

4.7
(213)
963
hikers
9.94km
02:41
120m
120m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(181)
625
hikers
8.18km
02:17
160m
160m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(447)
2,394
hikers
7.61km
02:17
220m
220m
Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.8
(92)
921
hikers
5.36km
01:30
110m
110m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.6
(7)
110
runners
9.92km
01:10
120m
120m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

4.3
(7)
34
runners
8.07km
01:00
170m
170m
Hard run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

190
runners
11.3km
01:27
290m
290m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

87
runners
8.78km
01:04
240m
240m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.3
(12)
47
riders
14.0km
00:51
110m
110m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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27
riders
74.8km
04:40
680m
680m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.4
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37
riders
15.6km
01:05
130m
130m
Hard bike ride. Great for any fitness level. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.5
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840
riders
19.4km
01:13
220m
220m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
(3)
41
riders
32.3km
01:25
300m
290m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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20
riders
102km
04:35
1,000m
1,000m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.0
(2)
7
riders
48.0km
02:01
350m
350m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.8
(37)
406
riders
57.1km
02:25
410m
410m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.6
(15)
52
riders
47.8km
02:56
450m
450m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.5
(24)
95
riders
22.1km
01:26
300m
300m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.0
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25
riders
34.1km
02:03
360m
360m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(4)
37
riders
64.1km
03:40
440m
440m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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5.0
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3
riders
32.3km
02:15
450m
450m
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

5.0
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4
riders
39.6km
02:37
510m
510m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

7
riders
32.3km
02:03
420m
420m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Étretat offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Jogging, Touring cycling, Road cycling, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The region features more than 130 routes across these sports. These routes have an average rating of 4.49 stars from over 20,000 visitors.
Hiking trails in Étretat often feature the iconic chalk cliffs and natural arches like Falaise d'Aval and Falaise d'Amont. The GR21 long-distance trail passes through Étretat, offering coastal views and varied landscapes. Many routes provide panoramic views of the English Channel.
Yes, Étretat provides diverse cycling routes for both touring and road cycling. These routes showcase dramatic coastal scenery, charming Normandy villages, and transitions from coastal paths to rolling countryside. Guides like Cycling around Étretat and Road Cycling Routes around Étretat offer more details.
Étretat is known for its majestic chalk cliffs, including Falaise d'Aval with its Porte d'Aval arch and the Needle (L'Aiguille), and Falaise d'Amont. The Manneporte is Étretat's third and largest arch. These formations rise up to 90 meters high from the sea.
Étretat offers various routes suitable for different skill levels, including easier paths along the cliffs and through cultivated fields. The unique landscapes and natural features can be enjoyed by families. Specific routes can be filtered by difficulty on komoot.
Komoot offers several guides for Étretat, including Hiking around Étretat, Running Trails around Étretat, and Cycling around Étretat. There are also guides for Road Cycling, MTB, and Gravel biking. These guides provide detailed information on routes and activities.
Hiking trails in Étretat vary in difficulty, ranging from easy walks along the cliff tops to more challenging sections of the GR21. The terrain includes coastal paths, limestone cliffs, fields, and forests. Users can find routes suitable for their fitness level on komoot.
Yes, Étretat offers routes for both Mountain biking and Gravel biking. These routes allow exploration of the region's diverse terrain, from coastal areas to inland paths. The MTB Trails around Étretat and Gravel biking around Étretat guides provide specific route information.
The official website for the town of Étretat is etretat.net. For tourist information, visitetretat.com is available in English. The Étretat Tourist Office can be reached by phone at +33 2 35 27 01 23.
Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the dramatic white chalk cliffs, natural arches, and pebble beaches. Key highlights include the Falaise d'Aval, Falaise d'Amont, and the larger Manneporte arch. The region's unique geology provides inspiring scenery for all activities.
Étretat features a total of 136 routes across various sports on komoot. These routes have been explored by more than 20,000 visitors. The average rating for these routes is 4.49 out of 5 stars.

