Villainville combines hiking across the plains and through the forest with historical landmarks at the Church of Saint-Jacques and the old manor house. The GR21 bis long-distance hiking trail passes through the village; 30 marked hiking trails with a total length of 323.1 kilometres are recorded in the surrounding area. When planning, it is worth considering these as two distinct options: a named long-distance trail that passes through Villainville and a selection of marked trails in the surrounding area.
Hiking and Trails in the Surrounding Area
The GR21 bis is a specific point of reference if you want to consider Villainville in connection with a long-distance hiking trail: it passes through the village. The 30 marked trails are in the surrounding area. Their total length of 323.1 kilometres describes the extent of the trail network, not the length of an individual hike. It helps you gauge the size of the local selection; your choice of a specific route depends on which one suits your plans. The landscape information adds another consideration to the figures: in Villainville, you can hike across the plains and through the forest. If you want to make your choice based on the surroundings, you can consider these two settings alongside the route and the network’s total extent.
GPS Tracks and Practical Guidance
GPS tracks are available for eight hiking trails in the surrounding area. This adds a specific note for digital route planning to the number of marked trails. Check in advance whether the track you want is available: GPS availability may change. The selection of hiking trails can also change. Markings and access conditions on the GR21 bis may change; check this information before setting out if you are basing your plans on this route.
Church, Statue, and Manor House
The Romanesque porch of the Church of Saint-Jacques is one of the village’s historical landmarks. The church in Villainville also houses a statue of Saint James, which is listed as a protected object. The listing dates from 16 October 1989; this date refers to its listing as a protected object, not to when the statue was made. Another historical point of reference is the old manor house of Villainville: Richard II, Duke of Normandy, handed it over to the monks of Fécamp. These details highlight different aspects: Romanesque architecture, the protected status of a statue, and the transfer of the manor house to a religious community. They offer several specific perspectives from which to explore Villainville’s history.
Public Transport
Public transport is also useful for practical planning. Three lines are listed for Villainville: RĂ©gion Normandie line 24 and RĂ©seau LIA lines 13 and 21. This identifies two different operators, not just three numbers. Check timetables and connections for your chosen travel date before basing your plans on a particular line. This will help you match the listed lines to the specific connection you need.
Discover more destinations: Les Trois-Pierres, Criquetot-Le-Mauconduit, Sainte-Adresse, Blangy-Sur-Bresle, Muchedent, Rieux, Veulettes-Sur-Mer, Montigny.
For the regional travel overview: Seine-Maritime.
