Tracy-Sur-Mer is a commune located in the Calvados department of the Normandy region in northwestern France. This area provides a base for outdoor activities, characterized by its coastal environment, historical D-Day landing beaches, and diverse Norman countryside. The landscape features picturesque cliffs, varied coastal stretches, and inland areas with plains and hilly pastures, making it suitable for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, jogging, road cycling, and more.
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401
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14.1km
03:44
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140m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8.44km
02:15
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100m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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25.2km
01:33
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14.0km
00:54
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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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28.1km
01:20
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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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23.4km
01:11
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170m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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53.1km
02:20
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360m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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88
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7.48km
00:47
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80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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54.9km
03:47
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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14.0km
00:53
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110m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

10
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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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03:06
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Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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58.0km
03:04
400m
400m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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105km
06:10
810m
810m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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Tracy-Sur-Mer offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Touring cycling, Jogging, Road cycling, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The region features more than 20 routes across these sports. These activities allow exploration of the coastal environment and historical D-Day landing beaches.
Hiking trails in Tracy-Sur-Mer primarily follow coastal paths and the D-Day landing beaches. Options range from easy walks suitable for various fitness levels to trails leading to historical landmarks like the Tobruk bunker at Cap Manvieux. The area provides opportunities for gravel hiking along the D-Day beaches. For more details, refer to the Hiking around Tracy-Sur-Mer guide.
Tracy-Sur-Mer is cyclist-friendly, offering routes for Touring cycling, Road cycling, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The region includes sections of the Vélomaritime - EuroVelo 4 and local loops that combine historical sites with coastal scenery. Routes like Scenic Route 1944 provide views of the D-Day beaches. Explore options in the Cycling around Tracy-Sur-Mer and Road Cycling Routes around Tracy-Sur-Mer guides.
Yes, Tracy-Sur-Mer offers family-friendly routes, particularly along the coastal paths and D-Day beaches. The Norman cycling network also utilizes old railway tracks, providing family-friendly routes through the inland countryside. Many easy hikes are suitable for all ages and fitness levels.
The area around Tracy-Sur-Mer is rich in D-Day history. Landmarks include the D-Day landing beaches, the remains of the Mulberry Harbour at Arromanches-les-Bains, and the well-preserved German coastal battery at Longues-sur-Mer. The Tobruk bunker at Cap Manvieux is another notable historical site.
Tracy-Sur-Mer is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 23,000 visitors having explored its routes. The activities in the region have an average rating of 4.45 out of 5 stars from over 2,700 ratings. There are 28 total routes available across various sports.
Komoot offers several guides for Tracy-Sur-Mer to help plan outdoor adventures. These include Hiking around Tracy-Sur-Mer, Cycling around Tracy-Sur-Mer, and Road Cycling Routes around Tracy-Sur-Mer. Additional guides cover Running Trails, MTB Trails, and Gravel biking.
Yes, Tracy-Sur-Mer offers dedicated routes for road cycling. These often incorporate historical sites and scenic coastal views, including sections of the Vélomaritime - EuroVelo 4. Loop 5 (Bayeux - Longues-sur-Mer - Arromanches) and Scenic Route 1944 are examples of routes in the area. More information is available in the Road Cycling Routes around Tracy-Sur-Mer guide.
The terrain in Tracy-Sur-Mer is diverse, featuring a coastal environment with picturesque cliffs and varied coastal landscapes. Inland, the broader Normandy region offers plains, hilly pastures, and some forested areas. This variety supports different types of hiking and cycling experiences.
The official website for the Mairie (Town Hall) of Tracy-Sur-Mer is www.tracy-sur-mer.fr. For direct inquiries, the phone number for the Mairie is 02 31 92 47 01. These resources can provide local information and assistance.
Yes, Tracy-Sur-Mer and its surrounding areas offer opportunities for both Mountain biking and Gravel biking. The diverse Norman countryside and coastal paths provide suitable terrain for these activities. Specific routes and details can be found in the MTB Trails around Tracy-Sur-Mer and Gravel biking around Tracy-Sur-Mer guides.
Tracy-Sur-Mer offers several viewpoints, primarily along its coastline. The cliffs near the Batteries des Longues provide beautiful vistas of the sea and historical sites. Views of Arromanches beach and the remains of the Mulberry Harbour are also notable. The region's highlight categories include viewpoints.

