My personal guide

The best of leisure in La Manche!

La Manche is a department that offers numerous activities for families, groups of friends, or even solo travelers. If you plan to spend your vacation in our destination, we offer you a variety of activities to enjoy on-site.

During a weekend or a stay...

Hot Air Balloon Ride with  "Montgolfière d'Elle"

In Saint-Lô, it is possible to experience a hot air balloon flight. This is an extraordinary activity, providing a unique 360° panorama. Before starting, you can witness the preparation of the hot air balloon and then embark on the adventure! A passionate balloonist will accompany you to ensure the flight goes smoothly. You can enjoy this activity with others for a truly convivial moment.

The Aquatic Center of Saint-Lô Agglo

The aquatic center in Saint-Lô is one of the most well-known aquatic centers in the department of La Manche. Families enjoy spending their days there during the summer holidays, as well as during themed evenings (gym, cinema, games), or for a wellness session in the fitness area. This aquatic center offers various types of activities :

  • Sports pool
  • Recreational pool with bubbling benches
  • Massaging jets 
  • Hydrojets, paddling pool, fitness area

The activities on-site are designed for both adults and the little ones. The latter can enjoy splashing around or sliding with the slide in the paddling pool. If you need to do some training, a fitness room awaits you with all the strength and cardio-training equipment you need.

Playing golf in La Manche 

Golf is also one of the favorite activities of the people of La Manche. There are several courses that you can explore with your club in the department:

  • Golf of Cherbourg
  • Golf of "la Côte des Isles"
  • Golf of Bréhal
  • Golf of Coutainville
  • Golf of Granville Baie du Mont Saint-Michel
  • Golf of "la Presqu’Ile du Cotentin"
  • Golf  "Centre-Manche"
  • Golf Compact of Saint-Lô

Each of the courses at the Saint-Lô Compact Golf offers unique characteristics. In the heart of a green and serene urban park, it is worth trying as it has what every golfer seeks. Instruction, competition, courses - the choice is yours. Discover our compact golf without delay.

If your children are golf enthusiasts, you'll easily find a course adapted to their age... or opt for mini-golf, with 2 locations around Saint-Lô

The "Cité de la Mer"  

If you're passing through La Manche, you must absolutely visit the 'Cité de la Mer.' Embark on the world's largest visitable submarine, where you can explore up to 17 tanks and discover numerous marine species.

There is also a dedicated space for the history of the Titanic. Here, you can relive the story of the famous ship that sank during a night in April 1912 - guaranteed sensations! It is entirely possible to spend an entire day there; catering is available on-site, and there is no shortage of activities.

Located 1 hour from Saint-Lô, take advantage of an excursion to the Cité de la Mer during your stay in Saint-Lô.

Alligator Bay 

A few steps from Mont-Saint-Michel, Alligator Bay Park allows you to experience exceptional sensations with the discovery of several animal species that you don't see every day. Alligator Bay is open to adults and all children. You will be able to discover alligators, crocodiles, boas, iguanas, chameleons, turtles with giant specimens...

Throughout the tour, you will witness unprecedented things and share them with your whole family, such as the experience of petting turtles during their snacks... Alligator Bay is located an hour's drive from Saint-Lô.