Colleville lies at the bottom of the Valmont Valley. Trails, former gravel pits and historic buildings give the area its character: compare circular walks, explore the waterside landscape or discover traces of local history.
Valmont Valley and Étangs de l’Épinay
Les étangs de l’Épinay is a continental ZNIEFF type 1 area that also extends into the commune of Colleville. It was regionally validated on 30 April 2024. The area consists of former gravel pits on both sides of the Valmont. Since gravel extraction ended, they have regained a high degree of naturalness. In the Pays de Caux, the area is one of the few inland sites for waterbird populations.
The Étangs de Gredolle also offer the Promenade des étangs, a waterside walk. It is accessible via a footbridge over the Valmont from the stadium or the Véloroute du Lin. If you plan this detour, you can combine a waterside walk with access from the cycle route.
Circular walks and cycle route
Two circular walks of similar length are among the options for a hike. Circular walk No. 5 is a walking route that starts behind the town hall, is 8.1 kilometres long and takes approximately two hours. It is included in the PDESI along with 18 other hikes. Le Torp is an 8-kilometre circular walk starting in Colleville. The estimate of about two hours applies to circular walk No. 5.
Le Torp passes through agricultural landscapes and the wooded hills of the Valmont Valley. The view across the valley from the church is a highlight of the route. Along the way, you can observe local wildlife and plant life. This walk focuses on scenery, nature watching and a viewpoint.
The VĂ©loroute du Lin passes through Colleville and runs as a multi-use leisure route between Dieppe and FĂ©camp; the VĂ©loroute du Littoral runs parallel to it. Most of the VĂ©loroute du Lin is a voie verte, reserved exclusively for non-motorised users, including pedestrians, cyclists, inline skaters and people with reduced mobility. Check the current route before setting out.
Village views and getting around
A trail across the plateau offers views of the village heights and the former sugar factory basin. The former sugar factory is visible at the entrance to the village, but is now closed. To find your way around the village, you can also use the Passage de l’Orée du bois, which connects Chemin du Parc with Route d’Hougerville.
For a cultural stop, visit the municipal media library at Espace Culturel Paul Delahaye, 855 rue de la Sucrerie. It is open to everyone. Alongside trails and scenery, the village also offers a public cultural venue and clearly named landmarks.
Architectural history along the Valmont
The Château d’Hougerville combines Renaissance and Norman architecture with timber framing and Saint-Jean bricks. Its features include medieval moats and small pavilions near the main entrance, built in the 17th century. The building offers a separate way to explore the area's history and architecture, without repeating the walking trails' focus on the landscape.
Another historic building is the Church of Saint-Martin. It was rebuilt in the 19th century on a former pagan place of worship. Former watermills can also still be admired along the Valmont, although most have since been converted into homes. Together, the church, mills and château illustrate different chapters of local architectural history.
Local amenities and activities
Local amenities include gîtes, a café, a discount store and a farm shop. As local services can change, it is worth checking current offerings before making plans. Trout fishing is possible alone or with family at the Étangs collevillais; local regulations may also change. These activities complement the walks and nature attractions, without necessarily being part of the same route.
Discover more destinations: La Bouille, Saint-Nicolas-d'Aliermont, Saâne-Saint-Just, Beauval-En-Caux, Gruchet-Le-Valasse, Mont-Saint-Aignan, Bolleville, Néville.
For the broader travel overview: Seine-Maritime.
