Cap du Rozel

About

Le Rozel owes its name to the reeds that grow in abundance in the commune. The view from the top of the hill leading down to the village of Le Rozel is splendid. It encompasses the village, which extends from the chateau to the church, the seafront and the Pou cliff. Whether in bright sunshine or heavy weather, it's always a pleasure to climb to the top of Cap du Rozel. Depending on the weather, you can see the Channel Islands or the raging elements. The colors at Cap du Rozel also vary with the seasons, but are always superb. At the top of the Cap du Rozel stands a mid-20th-century statue of Notre-Dame des Marins, known as Maris stella (the star of the sea). Built by Abbé Leblond and fishermen, and visible from the GR223, it was erected to protect sailors. Some twenty years ago, it was still the object of a procession organized every two years on August 15. Le Pou was a village located at the foot of Cap du Rozel, very close to the sea. The houses were huddled together to defend themselves from the westerly wind.

From the tourism feed, updated 6 Nov 2026 by Attitude Manche. Rules can differ by commune, so check the signs on site.