Tucked in the Bay of St. Malo just 14 miles off the coast of Normandy, France, Jersey is the largest of the Channel Islands. Although a British Crown Dependency, its unique character stems from a rich blend of British and French influences. Visitors will find rolling green lanes, dramatic coastal cliffs, and expansive sandy beaches that experience some of the highest tidal ranges in the world.
Navigating the island is an intimate experience, with its network of Green Lanes where speed limits are restricted to 15 mph to prioritize walkers and cyclists. Beyond the charming capital of Saint Helier, the island reveals historic fortresses like Mont Orgueil, prehistoric passage graves like La Hougue Bie, and a thriving culinary scene heavily reliant on world-class seafood and the famous Jersey Royal potato.
Mont Orgueil Castle
Towering over Gorey harbor, this 13th-century fortress protected Jersey from French invasions and offers panoramic views across the sea to France.
Jersey War Tunnels
A complex subterranean hospital built by forced labor during the WWII German occupation, offering a poignant look at island life under Nazi rule.
Saint Ouen's Bay
A vast stretch of golden sand on the west coast, renowned as a premier European surfing destination and prime sunset-watching spot.
La Hougue Bie
One of Europe's finest neolithic passage graves, older than the Egyptian pyramids, featuring a medieval chapel perched on its summit.
Corbière Lighthouse
Perched on a dramatic rocky islet at the southwest tip of the island, accessible via a concrete causeway only during low tide.
Elizabeth Castle
Set on a rocky islet in St. Aubin's Bay, this castle is accessible on foot at low tide or via an amphibious wading vehicle at high tide.
