Why not consider walking around the Island at a more leisurely pace over a few days during your stay. The ‘Around Island Walk’ can be undertaken with guides during Jersey’s two annual walking festivals but can also be undertaken with the aid of an Ordinance Survey map. The walk covers 48.1 miles and should take you on average 2/3 days depending on fitness levels and the time available.
The Landscape is very diverse, heather covered cliff paths with fantastic views of the other Channel Islands in the north to sloping sandy bays in the south, the wilder west coast which is a surfer’s paradise to green country lanes and the rockier marine environment on the island’s east coast.
Highlights of the walk include stops at Pontac, the small fishing port of La Rocque, Mont Orgeuil Castle, St Catherine’s breakwater, Rozel Bay, views of the French coast and the other Channel islands at Sorel Point, Ruins of Grosnez Castle, Les Mielles de Morville- Jersey’s mini ‘National Park’- Corbière Lighthouse, Les Creux Country Park, Beauport and Elizabeth Castle (islet at sea).
The start point can vary but you may want to start and finish from St Helier.
Should you prefer to partake in a guided 'Around the Island' walk, Jersey Tourism offer this service free of charge, twice yearly during the Spring and Autumn Walking Weeks. The walks take place over 5 days and coach transport to and from destination points is arranged. For information on this walk please contact us on Tel: +44 (0)1534 500777.
If you wish to walk with a guide, contact the Jersey Tour Guides Association
c/o Hugh Gill on Tel: +44 (0)1534 769546.
PTGH wish to thank Jersey Tourism for their help in providing the above information. 22/11/05
