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Merville Battery – Pegasus Bridge loop from Bréville-les-Monts

Merville Battery – Pegasus Bridge loop from Bréville-les-Monts

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Merville Battery – Pegasus Bridge loop from Bréville-les-Monts

02:42

51.6km

240m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 2, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 47.1 km for 118 m

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8.39 km

Cycle path - Réserve Ornithologique Gros Banc

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Fantastic signposted cycle path over gravel and through nature.

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9.26 km

Gros Banc Observatory

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There are plenty of observation posts.

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10.2 km

Gros Banc Observatory – Baie de l'Orne Bird Reserve

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Bird watching from above!

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15.5 km

The Merville Battery was built as part of the "Atlantic Wall" defenses by the German army during World War II. It's a fascinating place to visit, with plenty of vehicles, artillery, planes and bunkers to explore.

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46.2 km

Bénouville Castle

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Bénouville Castle was built from 1768 to 1785 by the Marquis de Livry. For most of the 20th century, the castle served as an orphanage and then the regional chamber …

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46.6 km

Washhouse of the Caen Canal

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47.2 km

Pegasus Bridge

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Just after midnight on the night of June 5-6, the two bridges of Ranville-Bénouville were captured by the British 5th Parachute Brigade after a short battle. Pegasus was their emblem. …

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50.5 km

Colombelles -amfreville

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51.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

17.2 km

14.0 km

10.6 km

7.87 km

1.52 km

205 m

163 m

Surfaces

24.8 km

15.0 km

7.31 km

4.26 km

219 m

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Thursday 21 May

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Merville Battery – Pegasus Bridge loop from Bréville-les-Monts

Cycle path - Réserve Ornithologique Gros Banc

Gros Banc Observatory

Gros Banc Observatory – Baie de l'Orne Bird Reserve