Tatihou Island, Saint-Vaast-la-Hougue
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One day in Saint-Vaast-la-Hougue
6 attractions · 7h 36min · transit route
Tickets ~€14
Step-by-step route with transport options and cost breakdown
About Tatihou Island
Tatihou Island sits 1 kilometer off Saint-Vaast-la-Hougue in the Cotentin Peninsula, accessible by amphibious boat or on foot at low tide. The 28-hectare island houses the Vauban Tower, built in 1694 as part of the coastal defense system and now a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2008. The Maritime Museum, located in the former 18th-century quarantine station (lazaret), displays archaeological artifacts from the 1692 Battle of La Hougue when Anglo-Dutch forces destroyed French warships in the bay.
Tatihou Island — Planning Your Visit
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Island Access with Boat
RecommendedIncludes amphibious boat crossing, maritime museum, Vauban Tower, and botanical gardens. Open late February to early November. Boat schedule depends on tides - arrive 20 minutes before departure. Daily visitor limit: 500 people, advance booking required.
In day plans, the recommended ticket is pre-selected and included in the total price.
Combine with 5 nearby attractions for a full day
From €14 / person — all tickets and transport included — transit route with total cost breakdown
The amphibious boat Tatihou III is one of the most unusual ferry services in France. Equipped with both a propeller and wheels, it sails through the water at high tide but drives along the seabed when the tide drops, switching seamlessly between marine and land vehicle as conditions change during the 5-15 minute crossing.
Travel Plans for Tatihou Island
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Day Routes
One day in Saint-Vaast-la-Hougue
Saint-Vaast-la-Hougue
Nearby Attractions
Saint-Vaast-la-Hougue Harbor
Gatteville-le-Phare Saint Peter's Church
Saint-Vaast-la-Hougue Harbor