Guernsey

Land · Europa

Inwonertal 67.787

Oppervlakte 78 km²

Tijdzone Europe/Guernsey

Officiële website www.gov.gg

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Guernsey Essentials

Explore the layers of Guernsey’s history, from the 800-year-old ramparts of Castle Cornet to the World War II German Naval Signals HQ. This collection highlights the island's unique cultural landscape, including Victor Hugo’s self-designed residence at Hauteville House and the intricate shell-work of the Little Chapel. Discover coastal defenses like the "cup and saucer" Fort Grey and the millennium-celebrating Guernsey Tapestry, alongside the historic Victorian architecture of Market Square and the Seigneur’s traditional residence on the neighboring island of Sark.

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Guernsey's Must-See Sights

Explore Guernsey's diverse heritage, from the Neolithic Menhir Statue at St Martin’s to the 19th-century Victoria Tower. This selection includes the rugged cliffs of Moulin Huet, which inspired Pierre-Auguste Renoir, and the intricate Guernsey Tapestry depicting a millennium of history. On Sark, discover the natural Venus Pool and the man-made Window in the Rock, while Alderney offers WWII bunkers repurposed for wildlife observation and historic watermills.

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Hidden Gems of the Channel Islands

This collection spans the Channel Islands' diverse history, from the 12th-century Benedictine ruins of Lihou Priory to the German Naval Signals HQ that managed WWII Enigma traffic. Explore Victorian-era fortifications like Fort Tourgis and Fort Les Homeaux Florains, or the 13th-century motte-and-bailey remains of Chateau de Marais. The list also includes the 19th-century silver mine shafts on Sark and the natural Percee Reef off Herm, highlighting the archipelago's strategic military importance and unique geological features.

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Best Beaches

This collection highlights the diverse coastal landscapes across the Bailiwick of Guernsey, including the islands of Herm and Alderney. The selection ranges from the expansive surfing sands of Vazon Bay and Cobo on Guernsey’s west coast to the sheltered, turquoise waters of Shell Beach on Herm. It encompasses the rugged south coast cliffs of Petit Bôt and Moulin Huet—which famously inspired Pierre-Auguste Renoir—alongside the northern commons of L’Ancresse and the white-sand crescent of Saye Beach in Alderney.

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Historic Fortifications

Spanning centuries of military history, the fortifications of Guernsey and Alderney reflect the strategic importance of the Channel Islands. This selection includes the medieval stronghold of Castle Cornet and 19th-century Martello towers like Fort Grey. The collection also features extensive German coastal defenses from the World War II occupation, such as the naval signals headquarters and converted observation towers. These sites offer insight into evolving defensive architecture, from tidal island fortresses to reinforced concrete bunkers.

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Museums & Culture

Guernsey’s heritage spans from medieval fortifications to the 20th-century German occupation. Explore Hauteville House, the former residence of Victor Hugo, and the 800-year-old Castle Cornet overlooking St Peter Port. Specialized sites include the German Naval Signals HQ and the German Occupation Museum, which document wartime life. Maritime history is preserved at the Fort Grey Shipwreck Museum, while local culture is represented through the Quay Gallery and the Sark heritage collections of La Société Serquaise.

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