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GR36 stage 1 of 90

Stage 1: Ouistreham → Laize-la-Ville

From Ouistreham to Laize-la-Ville: 31.4 km, 40 m of ascent and 30 m of descent, or 6h45 – 8h of actual walking.

31.4 km 19.5 mi40 m 131 ft ascent30 m 98 ft descent6h45 – 8hHigh point 35 m 115 ft Hard day

Hard day: long distance.

Stage profile

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Elevation profile: from 3 m to 35 m over 31.4 km.
PlaceKmAltitude
Ouistreham Start05 m
Ouistreham Village on the way0.85 m
Bénouville Village on the way4.74 m
Colombelles Village on the way10.25 m
Caen Village on the way16.34 m
Fleury-sur-Orne Village on the way21.28 m
High point 26.235 m
Saint-André-sur-Orne Village on the way26.616 m
May-sur-Orne Village on the way28.29 m
Laize-la-Ville Finish31.425 m

Stage map

Where to stay in Laize-la-Ville

1 place to stay within 2 km of the finish. Book ahead during the season.

Along the way

Accommodation along the stage, to shorten or lengthen the day.

Water points

5 water points listed on the route (fountains, springs). Drinkability is not guaranteed: treat the water if in doubt.

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