Saint Ouen's Bay
Saint Ouen's Bay is a large bay on Jersey's northwest coast featuring an expansive sandy beach that stretches for several kilometers. The shallow waters and rocky headlands frame this natural coastal inlet.
The bay has served as an important landing point and shipping location throughout Jersey's history. Its significance for maritime activity has endured across centuries.
At low tide, large sections of beach become exposed, allowing walks across the seabed. Checking tide times before visiting helps you make the most of your time here.
The bay is known for dramatic tidal movements where the water level can shift by up to 40 feet (12 meters). This extreme tidal range makes it a remarkable location for observing how water transforms the landscape.
GPS coordinates: 49.21667,-2.25000
Latest update: December 6, 2025 19:07
Jersey features a history that spans from the Neolithic period to World War II. On this Channel Island, visitors can explore Mont Orgueil Castle, a 13th-century fortress overlooking Gorey, and Elizabeth Castle, a 16th-century fort accessible by a causeway covered at high tide. The War Tunnels, a one-kilometer underground network built between 1940 and 1945, illustrate the period of German occupation. La Hougue Bie hosts a 6,000-year-old burial site topped with two medieval chapels. The island also offers natural areas such as Saint-Brelade Beach, maritime collections at the Jersey Museum, and local products available at La Mare Wine Estate or the Anglo-Normandian Islands Distillery. The Jersey Zoo, established in 1959, is dedicated to protecting endangered species over 13 hectares. These sites help understand the island's history, from its earliest inhabitants to maritime activities that have shaped Jersey up to the present.
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