Birdwatching in Saint-Vaast-la-Hougue and Tatihou

The bay of Saint-Vaast-la-Hougue and Tatihou Island are a major ornithological site. It’s easy to spot many bird species that either live here or stop by during their migration. The natural environment is ideal for welcoming them. Here, they can rest, feed, and breed in summer. For birds, the bay of Saint-Vaast-la-Hougue is a stopover, a resting place along their migration route.

Right now, in this autumn season, you can see large numbers of Brent Geese. These are geese arriving from Scandinavia to spend the winter in the bays and harbors of the Cotentin.

With a good pair of binoculars or a spotting scope, a discreet and attentive observer can still spot little egrets, oyster catchers, commun redshanks, dunlins, Eurasian curlews, and even northern gannets. Did you know that it’s possible to see razorbills in the port of Saint-Vaast?

Whether you’re an experienced birdwatcher or just curious, this area offers a unique opportunity to observe wildlife in its natural habitat.